Michael Sales
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Resist National Bullying Through Local Protest
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Events on the national stage can often make us feel helpless at a local level. But expressing yourself peacefully at demonstrations like October 18th’s No Kings! Rally is one way to push back.
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A Proud 8 Percenter on the Importance of Paying Attention to Local Issues
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Paying attention to issues both local and national is a crucial way to participate in democracy, and stay informed ahead of important elections.
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Despite Concerns, Outdoor Dining Patios Need to Stay
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Though critics cite safety concerns, outdoor dining patios enrich Newburyport’s restaurant scene, bring in revenue, and add to downtown’s aesthetic charm.
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We Need to Protect Local History from Federal Censorship
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The Trump Administration’s culture war has affected how history is represented in museums and national parks. We must not let this wave of censorship change our local history.
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Media Outlets Must Remain Free and Independent Despite Corporate Pressure
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Many local newspapers are owned by larger corporations, which often exert influence over their coverage. Though the landscape is bleak, local outlets can get creative to keep their audience and independence.
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A Message to Market Basket: Don’t Let Family Infighting Ruin Our Local Grocery Store
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Market Basket, a local institution helmed by a beloved CEO, is threatened by infighting. The Market Basket leadership needs to do what’s right for the community.
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The War on DEI Threatens the Quality of Our K-12 Education — Even in Massachusetts
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Rolling back DEI initiatives will have a harmful impact on education, depriving students of the learning they need to become well-rounded, open-minded adults.