Commentary: Callie Crossley's 2024 Black Santas are an 'oasis of festive spirit'
Ebony Kris Kringles occupy nearly all of the space inside Callie Crossley's office.
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From COVID to our crisis of democracy, 2021 turned out to be a scant improvement over 2020
A year ago, we may have felt a sense of optimism that proved to be somewhat unrealistic. -
Bezos, don’t be a Scrooge
This very public flaunting of vast wealth is offensive in general, but obscene during this time of great need and the season of giving. -
How will Smollett's hoax affect public perception of hate crimes?
Smollett's high-profile deception shouldn't mean that reported hate crimes are taken less seriously. -
Understanding how 'dark money' perverts Massachusetts' politics
The legislature should act now — and campaign watchdogs should hold spending committee's feet to the fire. -
A $150 billion lawsuit over genocide may force Facebook to confront its dark side
The case is one of the first tangible consequences of internal documents revealed by a whistleblower. -
Black Santa's back — in the GBH newsroom, in my home and in pop culture
Representation matters, especially when it comes to popular cultural icons like the fictional Saint Nicholas. -
Boston must harness the true power of youth sports
Despite the recent ugliness on display, youth sports can build the next generation of community leaders. -
Why ‘both sides’ journalism fails in the face of the rising threat to our democracy
The sometimes hapless Biden needs to be held accountable, but the media must recognize that American politics have changed drastically.
