EDITORIAL

The safety net under siege

There is a human proclivity to restrict all memory of unpleasant and painful experiences to the far reaches of the mind. That is the way people cope with the major adversities that beset our lives. Unfortunately, this forgetfulness induces people to ignore serious problems before they are resolved. More »

OPINION

Congress using Iran to handcuff Obama on foreign affairs

The U.S. Congress is using opposition to Iran as an excuse to attack President Barack Obama's executive authority in an ill-advised piece of legislation. The "Iran Threat Reduction Act" HR1905, passed last month by the House Foreign Relations Committee, neither reduces an Iranian threat, nor puts significant pressure on Iran's leaders to change policies with which the United States disagrees. More »

LETTER TO THE EDITOR

Politics of conviction

Over the past six years, in living rooms and convention halls, I have spoken with you about the importance of bringing conviction to our work. Leading and governing from our values has enabled us to navigate through the worst economy in living memory, and to emerge strong. More »

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What would you like to see included in the redevelopment of the Ferdinand Building in Dudley Square?

I'd like to see a homeless, drug and recovery center. When you look at the demographics you see the need for those services in efforts of improving and sustaining the vitality of that section of our community. More »