The most appalling part of the scandal is the willingness of senators and representatives to remain silent and refuse to hold the guilty accountable.
Category: Community Voices
Women, power, and the future of democracy
If we understand women’s leadership as democratic infrastructure, then investing in that leadership becomes not aspirational, but strategic.
Opinion: Super Bowl was a dream come true — for one Fairhaven uncle
Steven J. Bouley may have spent most of his life as a Pats fan, but all that changed when his nephew became the coach of the Seattle Seahawks.
Opinion: Mass. Salvation Army shows attitude of gratitude
The Salvation Army raised more than $2 million across the commonwealth during the 2025 holidays and provided about 250 meals for local families.
Opinion: New pediatric vaccine schedule is very concerning
Retired Dartmouth pediatrician: Revisions by the CDC will increase confusion, lead to fewer vaccines being administered and ultimately make us sicker.
Opinion: Lessons from winter storms and arctic cold
Eversource presidents: The value proposition for customers: strategic, cost-effective investments deliver real benefits to families, businesses and the economy.
Opinion: Rethinking how we help our unhoused neighbors
Three actions could address the problem: Establish coordinated shelter services, fund medical respite care and expand community engagement.
Opinion: Trump to Ukraine: Take the ‘peace proposal’ or else
The so-called “peace proposal” is totally one-sided, rewarding Russia with the Ukrainian territory it now controls and further territory it does not control.
Opinion: The myth of the undocumented, dangerous immigrant
Be careful not to rush to judgment on a whole population for the reported actions of one Portuguese immigrant.
Opinion: Reforming parking mandates makes room for people
If New Bedford reduced parking minimums, it would create more space for housing, stores, restaurants, and other neighborhood amenities.
