Boston College’s College Democrats and College Republicans faced off in a debate hosted by the Eagle Political Society (EPS) on Tuesday. The contentious debate took place just weeks before the high-stakes midterm elections.
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In Preparation for General Elections, Kennedy Institute Seeks to Activate Electorate
A panel of political experts urged listeners to become more active in the political process everyday, not just during major election cycles.
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Kennedy Institute Panel Discusses What’s at Stake for Women’s Health Care
Panelists at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute discussed Title X, reproductive rights, and health care disparities in Massachusetts and the broader nation.
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With Newton Ballot Question, Voters Could Opt-Out of Marijuana Establishments
The Newton City Council voted on Sept. 7 to allow a question on the November ballot that would allow voters to “opt-out” of having recreational marijuana establishments in Newton. The vote to put the question on the ballot was proposed after a group of Newton residents organized to protest the addition of recreational marijuana establishments to the community.
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Contested Races Draw to a Close in Massachusetts Primary Elections
Ayanna Pressley’s win over incumbent Michael Capuano, BC Law ’77, was one of the most surprising and historic elections of the Massachusetts primary. With no GOP challenger, she is poised to take the seat for the 7th District in the November elections.
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“Stand Up Against Racism” Sparks Timely Dialogue on Civic Engagement
“I am breaking barriers. Help break them with me,” said MA State Representative Juana Matias, encouraging women to become politically involved.
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Newton Mayor Delivers 2019 Fiscal Year Budget Address
Newton Mayor Ruthanne Fuller delivered the proposal for the 2019 Fiscal Budget last Tuesday. Budget allocations call to secure the City’s future and promote financial sustainability.
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Newton Residents Work to Preserve Webster Woods
On Monday, the Webster Woods Advisory Panel held their first meeting to begin discussion on possible avenues to preserve portions of Webster Woods acquired by Boston College in 2016.
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Students Lead Thousands to Protest Gun Violence in March for Our Lives
Organized by students in the wake of the deadly shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School (MSD) in Parkland, Fla. last month, thousands participated in the rally March for Our Lives on Saturday to protest gun violence. Participants marched from Roxbury at Madison Park Technical Vocational High School down Columbus Ave. to Boston Common.
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Parkland Students Push Gun-Control Agenda in Massachusetts
In anticipation of the March For Our Lives, one of the largest nationwide gun-control related protests in recent memory, students and alumni from Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School are continuing to push their gun-control agenda throughout a seven-day stretch dubbed Eagle Pride Week.
