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Massachusetts Offshore Wind Turbines Power Arrival Delayed, One Turbine Erected
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Five Most Liberal Journalists In Massachusetts
The media in Massachusetts typically has a liberal bias. It's evident in its work, its political donations, and the tendency of journalists to work for Democratic politicians before or after their journalism careers.
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State Needs To Build More Shelters For Illegal Immigrants, Pro-Immigration Group Says
The Massachusetts state government needs to build more shelters to house migrants, a pro-immigration group said. Governor Maura Healey said Monday, October 16 that Massachusetts may run out of space in shelters by the end of October because of a sharp increase in migrants. Healey has also recent;y stopped
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Gun-Ban Bill Overwhelmingly Passes Massachusetts House; Twelve Democrats Vote No, Along With All Republicans
Most House Democrats lined up Wednesday in support of a major overhaul of the state's firearms laws, easily hurdling over procedural complaints and sending the Senate a measure that has generated incendiary criticism from gun owners and promises from supporters that it will save lives. The House voted
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Massachusetts House Speaker Ron Mariano Will Run Again, But Won’t Commit To A Full Term
Massachusetts House Speaker Ron Mariano (D-Quincy) plans to run for another term as state representative and another term as Speaker, but will he serve out his full term if re-elected to both positions? It's a promise the soon-to-be 77-year-old lawmaker refused to keep.
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Massachusetts House Will Pass Gun-Ban Bill Over Opposition From Police Chiefs and Gun-Rights Supporters, House Speaker Says
A sweeping gun-ban bill will pass on the floor of the Massachusetts House of Representatives despite opposition from police chiefs and gun-rights supporters, the House speaker said Tuesday. The House Ways and Means Committee voted to advance the bill Tuesday, October 17 by a vote of 21-8, with one abstention,
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Charlie Baker Endorses Tom Koch In Race For Mayor of Quincy
Former Massachusetts governor Charlie Baker is backing Quincy Mayor Tom Koch in his re-election bid. Baker praised the pro-life mayor for developing strong relationships with people that allow him to get results.
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Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association Explains Opposition To Gun-Ban Bill
There is a push for gun control on Beacon Hill and the Massachusetts Chiefs of Police Association is not happy about it. The police chiefs association is urging state lawmakers to oppose the bill (HD.4607).