EDITORIAL

Martha Coakley for U.S. Senate

In the conclusion of his speech at the 1980 Democratic National Convention, Sen. Ted Kennedy said: "For all those whose cares have been our concern, the work goes on, the cause endures, the hope still lives, and the dream shall never die." Indeed those words still ring true today as the citizens of Massachusetts seek a candidate to fill the Senate seat left vacant by Ted Kennedy's death. More »

Innovation at City Hall

A major concern of term limits advocates is that long time incumbents will simply run out of innovative ideas. Boston Mayor Tom Menino put such fears to rest as he embarked upon his fifth inauguration. He made it clear in his inaugural address that he was ready to approach the issues confronting Boston with "a sense of renewal and possibility." More »

OPINION

Wish List for 2010 and Beyond

Now that we have ushered in not only a new year, but a new decade, I want to share my New Decade's wish list. More »

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Bad Rap?

If rappers are our children's role models and more influential in their lives than the men and women in their family and community then it is us that is to blame not the less than 1% that have found fame and fortune through entertainment. There are men and women who demean and denigrate themselves on the corner of every urban area in America. The governor of California made his fortune by acting out violence. We need to take responsibility and stop asking everyone else to do it. More »

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Of all Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s attributes, which one stands out in your mind?

He trusted God - even in tough times. Even when he knew God would call him home, he had no fear. More »