Jim Fossel: Single legislative chamber could be great for Maine

Having two chambers tends to slow the legislative process unnecessarily, often without even adding anything to the debate.

Our View: The wrong compromise on guns will invite more violence

With background checks, waiting periods and prohibition of sale or transfer of guns where necessary, the Legislature has an opportunity to get it right. Will it?

Commentary: Remembering – and retelling – my father’s account of Buchenwald in 1945

How can we ensure that future generations respect and honor Holocaust survivors’ and witnesses’ memories?

The Maine Millennial: Trans Mainers are as much a part of our state as lobster

People shouldn’t have to explain their humanity to their elected representatives, which is why I joined a recent lobbying day as an ally.

Commentary: Maine nonprofits depend on local, independent news

Without independent reporting under local stewardship, too many Mainers would remain in the dark about critical issues affecting our communities.

Commentary: This Teacher Appreciation Week, educators deserve support from lawmakers

Maine Democrats are backing a number of measures to support teachers, empower students and promote an environment where every student is valued.

Commentary: ‘Stealthing’ is sexual assault, and Maine law needs to reflect that

L.D. 1683 would make it illegal for someone to remove a condom during sex without their partner’s permission and would allow their partner to sue for damages.

Maine Public Advocate: Legislature must act now to save ratepayers from PUC solar program

An effective utility tax of about $275 per year on every CMP and Versant ratepayer simply cannot stand.

Our View: Crisis in Sanford further exposes Maine’s underpreparedness

Successive calls for coordination of asylum seekers at the state level have led to nothing. What took place in Sanford this week will continue happening if this inaction continues.

Maine Compass: Let’s give Maine students the upper hand financially