Maine Voices: Scientists, engineers should lead the fight against climate change

National governments aren’t capable of meeting the Paris targets. The crisis derives from technical issues, and resolving it is ultimately a technical matter.

Maine Voices: South Africa’s cynical support of Russia gravely misreads history

The political events President Cyril Ramaphosa should be taking into account right now unfolded here in the U.S. in 1986.

Our View: Expansion of abortion access must be kept in context

The removal of certain limits on abortion in Maine would be transformational – just not in the way its opponents have suggested.

Douglas Rooks: Democrats AWOL as Republicans take charge of tax policy

Take your favorite program for school nutrition, wellness checks, PFAS water tests, then ask: Would you rather pave a road instead?

Commentary: Paid leave is good for people, business and Maine’s economy

When people can take time off without the worry of losing pay, they stay in the workforce, are more committed to their employers and see healthier outcomes. I’ve seen it work at our own company.

Opinion: Business incentive tax giveaway not the program Maine needs

Gov. Mills' proposed Dirigo Business Incentive Program focuses on the cost of doing business. The focus needs to be on supporting Maine's workers.

Hilary Koch: Butts, bikes and the proper time for town intervention

A discussion at the Skowhegan Board of Selectmen meeting raises questions on traumatic backsides.

Commentary: Maine law fails patients who need abortions later in pregnancy

As a scientist, I seek irrefutable answers to complex problems. As a physician, I witness a range of human experience that is intensely nuanced and calls for case-by-case judgment.

Commentary: In praise of Mal Leary’s 10 rules for good news reporting

Leary, who died recently at age 72 after a brief illness, was as formidable a teacher as he was a journalist.

Ben Bragdon: Gardiner school officials remove Pride flag, and take sides with bullies