Politics
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Rebuttal: A Real Protest is More Than Just Sign Holding
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Holding signs in an ideologically homogenous town is an ineffective way to bring about real change, and serves only to divide further.
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Beyond Taste and Odor, Our Water Infrastructure Itself is at Risk
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The mayor and city council need to take our water infrastructure issues more seriously, and appoint a committee to examine the issues.
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Rebuttal: When it Comes to Protests, Silence is Compliance
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Historically, protests have proven effective at pushing back against harmful government policies. The current protests are not only justified, but serve many actionable purposes.
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Local Protests Divide More Than Unify
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Protests are a fundamental American right, but when conducted performatively, they do more harm than good.
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Are Protests Outside ICE Director’s House in West Newbury Appropriate?
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When it became public knowledge that the Acting Director of ICE lives in West Newbury, some protested outside his house. Is this an appropriate form of protest?
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We Need a New City Council President
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This writer argues that a new City Council President is needed to ensure the council continues to be a constructive and productive force in government.
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Why Do Americans Have an Election Lawn Sign Obsession?
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Election lawn signs are a uniquely American tradition. Why? It might be because we rely on politics to give us a sense of identity.
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Election Report Card: Who’s Up, Who’s Down
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Now that the local election is over, this retrospective breaks down the results, and who came out on top.
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Councilor Preston on the Challenges Facing the Next City Council
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As new City Councilors take their seats and prepare for their first term, outgoing Councilor Peston offers some advice for what they can expect.
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What to Look for in a Politician and Public Servant
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As Election Day approaches, keep these qualities in mind when deciding who to vote for.