Maine Voices: I am white. I was bused, too. And it made me a better person

Exposure to diversity has made me richer, more thoughtful and better able to see a clear path to the future.

The Maine Millennial: Support the troops by bringing them home

Geopolitics gets a lot less abstract when an active-duty family member is in harm's way.

Our View: Judge owes apology to man alleging abuse

Greg Kesich: Housing is a transportation issue (and vice versa)

A lack of affordable housing where the jobs are is stifling growth and overloading infrastructure in the Portland area.

Jim Fossel: Republicans helped Gov. Mills have a successful session

GOP lawmakers should now stick together and insist on a transportation-only bond package.

Rep. Berry: Time to speak up on CMP’s billing errors, service shortcomings and proposed rate hikes

The PUC is taking the unusual step of holding public witness hearings; the first one will take place Tuesday in Portland.

Our View: Mills right to take time with nursing home funding

Elder care facilities need help, but there's no reason to put future funding in doubt.

Maine Voices: As ranks of game officials dwindle, school sports reach a tipping point

The future of interscholastic competition depends on holding coaches, players, parents and referees accountable for their behavior.

Our View: Reform needed for state recycling

A disposal fee on packaging manufacturers would reduce the waste stream and take pressure off municipal budgets.

Dana Connors: Green-card reforms would bring more willing, able workers to Maine

The Fairness for High-Skilled Immigrants Act would benefit our state's economy and its job creators.