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It’s Time for Newburyport to Embrace Ranked Choice Voting
Ranked choice voting could lead to more representative government, allowing voters to rank their candidates in order of preference.
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Evictions at 105 State Street are a Clear Violation of the City Charter
Residents of 105 State St. were given just two months to vacate their apartments, while the City Charter clearly requires two years’ notice.
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To Make Newburyport Affordable Again, Turn Back the Clock to the Decaying 1950s Downtown
Downtown Newburyport should revert back to the aesthetic that ignites nostalgia in so many residents: the pre-revitalization mid-century.
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A Clean Energy Future is Particularly Important for Older Residents
Clean energy is the path to a sustainable future. When it comes to older residents, clean energy also means cheaper bills and safer living.
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The Pink House’s Demise is a Symptom of What’s Happening to Our Country
The senseless destruction of the Pink House is just the latest example in the widespread effort to erase history and memory.
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Citizens’ Assemblies Are the Key to Truly Representative Local Government
Citizens’ Assemblies are groups of voters randomly selected to deliberate on policy issues and make recommendations to town officials. They’re the key to reinvigorating local politics.
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Cyclists, not Motorists, Need Common Sense Road Signs
Unnecessary signs instructing motorists how to drive are popping up on Plum Island Turnpike. But it’s cyclists, not motorists, who need these common sense reminders.
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