Bring Back Original Polling Place To the Editor, I write to urge you, in the strongest possible terms, to return the polling place for the above address to its longtime location at Hill House (127 Mt. Vernon Street). Over the…
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An Important Election With Big Ballot Questions
This Tuesday, November 8, is state election day in Massachusetts. With two-term incumbent Governor Charlie Baker having chosen not to seek re-election, voters will be choosing a new governor for the first time in eight years. The contest between Democrat…
Guest Op-Ed: John Fetterman, President Roosevelt and Disability in Public Office
By Glenn Mollette One of the greatest Presidents of all time was Franklin D. Roosevelt. He served from 1933 to 1945. He led this country and saw us through some of our toughest years. Many say he stands as the…
Those 30 House Democrats: Did You Send Your Letter to Putin Too?
Earlier this week, a group of 30 House Democrats sent a letter to President Joe Biden urging him to seek a diplomatic solution with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. “In conclusion, we urge you to make vigorous diplomatic…
Enjoy a Happy — and Safe — Halloween
With the Halloween holiday on Monday, and with many celebrating it over the weekend, we urge all of our readers to take part in the holiday festivities in a safe manner. Motorists should be extra cautious — by which we…
Guest Op-Ed: Real Trick or Treat Could Be November 8
Dr. Glenn Mollette Halloween is coming but the real trick or treat may be November 8, the mid-term election. November 8 may feel more like Halloween this year than the traditional October date. Who knows what will happen. Georgia, Nevada…
Early Voting Starts This Weekend
We wish to remind our readers that early voting will get underway this weekend, October 22, at every city and town hall throughout the state. Early voting presents a wonderful opportunity to vote in-person for those who choose not to…
Don’t Be an Apathetic Citizen: This Is Why It’s Important To Vote
With the pre-election polls suggesting that there are no competitive races for the major elective offices in Massachusetts, there is a temptation to think that our vote won’t matter. However, we would urge all of our readers to consider this:…
E Pluribus Unum: Do We Still Believe in It?
In 1782, the then-Congress of the United States approved the Latin phrase, “E pluribus unum,” — “Out of many, one” — for the Great Seal of the United States. The phrase since that time has been attached to many of…
Voter Registration Deadline For the State Election Is October 29
We wish to remind all of our readers that the deadline for registering to vote for the upcoming state election is October 29. Citizens of Massachusetts have three ways to register to vote: on-line, by mail, or in-person at your…