To be female, Black and patriotic
For many Black Americans, the stars and stripes have always carried a dual meaning.
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Why The Expanded Child Tax Credit Will Help Lift Poor Families Out Of Poverty
Most analysts agree the expansion of the child tax credit has the potential to slash the amount of U.S. child poverty in half. -
Pondering The Winthrop Shooter's Journey To Becoming A Racist
He didn’t seem to fit the stereotype of a loner with a lack of social skills and not much education. -
What, In Light Of Juneteenth, Is The Fourth Of July?
With two wildly different — yet celebratory — liberation narratives about independence, Americans must reconcile her founding ideals with their spotty lived reality. -
The 2021 New England Muzzle Awards: Spotlighting 10 Who Diminish Free Speech
The 24th year of documenting outrages against the First Amendment. -
What's Your Motivation To Get Vaccinated? How About A Million Bucks?
Non vaccinated Massachusetts residents will miss out on the chance for the five $1 million jackpots. -
Arlington Police Chief: Don’t Ban Law Enforcement From Pride
We move forward by communicating, collaborating, and building community. -
The Wealthiest Among Us Must Pay Their Fair Share
This couldn’t be better timing to push through the so-called millionaire’s tax, a Massachusetts ballot initiative aimed at adding a 4 percent surtax on income above $1 million. -
Apocalypse Now: When Political Fervor Turns Religious
It's a paradox. As society becomes less religious, our beliefs burn hotter. It's time to cool it.