Patrick: Democrats erred by not talking to outsiders
The former Massachusetts governor says his party could learn from Donald Trump.
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Pessimistic, anxious and ambivalent: How Mass. residents are feeling ahead of the 2024 election
A new poll reveals what residents are thinking about top local issues, like housing and immigration, and the Biden-Trump rematch this fall. -
Making the case to eliminate ‘tipped minimum wage’ in Mass.
The practice's roots are in the Reconstruction Era as a "way to allow restaurants to hire free Black labor after slaves were free," according to Saru Jayaraman of One Fair Wage. -
Gen Z voters disappointed in Biden reconsider their options for 2024
Two young voters, an independent and a Democrat, share similar values but disagree on who to vote for in the November 2024 presidential election. -
Latest round of student debt forgiveness is 'life changing,' Pressley says
Some 30 million borrowers could see relief in this latest plan. Despite ballooning costs, Pressley still encouraged young people to pursue higher education. -
Mass. residents conflicted on MBTA Communities Act
People support the law but 41% don’t think state should force local compliance, according to a new poll. -
In breakfast budget pitch, Wu pans ‘false information’ about Boston’s financial future
The mayor says declining commercial tax values won’t have the dire effects a policy watchdog suggests. -
With $58B budget, Mass. House aims to navigate 'choppy waters' of shelter strain, revenue slump
The budget bill set for debate in late April would raise state spending by about 3%. -
Mass. poll finds likely voters lean more to Biden, echoing national trends
Results highlight turnout challenge Trump may face nationally. -
Audit-the-legislature ballot effort sees slim majority support
Large number hasn’t made up their mind on issue, according to new poll. -
What to know about the Mass. Cannabis Control Commission drama
Months after her suspension, Cannabis Control Commission Chair Shannon O’Brien gets a hearing.
