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Occupy Boston Protestors Are Arrested

By Leah Mishkin and Marc Liverman — 10/10/2011
Occupy Boston protesters have increased in numbers. After being camped out for more than a week at Dewey Square, they expanded and claimed the northern section of the Greenway. However, after protesters failed to leave by Mayor Menino’s deadline of Tuesday at midnight, Boston police removed them from that area.

Logistics At Occupy Boston

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By Markus Garcia — 10/12/2011
“We’re here for the long haul,” said Philip Anderson, a media representative for the protest group Occupy Boston. Anderson says the group will continue to protest until there is “real systemic change.”

Warren Is Ready to Win the MA Senate Race

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By Eugenie Inniss and Colleen Shaughnessy — 10/06/2011
Massachusetts Democratic Senate candidate Elizabeth Warren says she is energized and ready to win the upcoming election against current Republican Senator Scott Brown.

Democratic Senate Candidates Talk Jobs

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By Leeza Yeretzian — 9/18/2011
The Massachusetts Democratic Senate candidates believe voters need to assess the state of the economy.

Warren Runs Against Senator Brown

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By Kate Spalla — 09/14/2011
It is official. Harvard Law Professor Elizabeth Warren is running against Republican U.S. Senator Scott Brown here in Massachusetts.

Over 100 protest against Secure Communities

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By Zach Cusson — 02/12/11
Sounds of applause and frustration could be heard coming from outside the State House. Over 100 people gathered to speak out against Governor Deval Patrick’s plan to join the Secure Communities program.

Cahill’s Hometown Votes

By Trevor Savage — 11/02/10
Voters arrived at a Quincy Elementary school as early as 6am this morning, eager to cast their ballots. Hometown hero Tim Cahill was a popular topic for Quincy Voters.

President Obama Visits Boston On The Campaign Trail

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By Laura Roberts — 10/16/2010
Democrats have been worrying about an enthusiasm gap. But President Barack Obama wants to change that. Mr. Obama came to town Saturday to rally for Governor Deval Patrick and to get the Bay State “fired up and ready to go.”

One Teacher’s Thoughts About Health Care

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By Meaghan Corson — 10/02/10
Tom Bennett is a teacher from Staten Island, New York. He had a lot to say about education reform, but he also shared his concerns about the nation’s health care.