Congratulations, You Lost the Election [OPINION]
It takes guts and a strong ego to run for a locally elected position in government. Lots of people complain, but they don't challenge the power structure.
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Go Vote, New Bedford [OPINION]
There are plenty of reasons for the citizens of New Bedford to go vote in today's preliminary municipal election.
Stephen Camara Wants His Cake and to Eat It, Too [OPINION]
Ken Pittman says he may not know which way is the truth, but he knows the Fall River City Councilor is lying one way or the other.
Poll Has Kennedy Soaring Ahead of Markey [PHIL-OSOPHY]
Sorry, Ed Markey, but some tough times do last and this might be one of them.
Joseph Fortes Joins the Contest for Ward 4 Councilor [OPINION]
Councilor Dana Rebeiro is leaving the City Council and creating a vacancy for the Ward Four council seat. Former Councilor Fortes has entered the crowded race.
Sen. Warren's Plan for Election Security Is a Good Start [OPINION
Massachusetts Senator and candidate for the Democratic Party presidential nomination Elizabeth Warren has a plan to protect our elections.
What Will Election Season Bring for New Bedford? [OPINION]
Today is the official opening of the political season in the city of New Bedford. The nomination papers to run for office are there for the picking.
Protecting Our Elections from Foreign Meddling [OPINION]
With all the partisan one-upmanship in Washington, it is hard to focus on the true problem: foreign meddling in our government and in our elections.
Felons Should Vote and Own Guns, If They Want To [OPINION]
People make mistakes, and some make worse mistakes than others. But stripping American citizens of their rights for life is wrong and it is thoughtless.
Mayor Pete for Vice President of America [OPINION]
I don't think South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg is going to be the next President of the United States, but he could be the next vice presidential candidate.