Maine’s Question 2 Takes Aim at Gun Owners

Maine’s Question 2 takes aim at gun owners

Charles Armstrong’s Oct. 1 letter, about referendum Question 2, states that “firearms are the leading cause of death for children and teens, and the leading cause of suicide death in Maine.” That’s like saying automobiles are the leading cause of deaths in car crashes. Firearms don’t shoot themselves any more than cars drive themselves. This […]

If mental health is the concern, vote yes on Question 2

The BDN Opinion section operates independently and does not set news policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.com David Moltz is a psychiatrist with more than 30 years of experience working in Maine in both general psychiatry and addiction. He resides in Portland. As a retired psychiatrist with 30 years of experience practicing in Maine, I’ve seen many patients in crisis and treated…

Gov. Mills Opposes Question 2, but for the Wrong Reasons - Maine Policy Institute

Last week, Governor Janet Mills came out against Question 2, the so-called “Red Flag” law referendum on this November’s ballot. In public statements and op-eds, the governor argued that the measure was poorly constructed, potentially confusing, and burdensome on Maine families. On these points, she is absolutely right. But while Governor Mills urges a “No” vote in the name of administrative caution and preserving her administration’s yellow flag…