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Boston City Council President Race: A Clash of Ambitions and Alliances

January 1, 2026

In Boston, a fierce competition is unfolding to decide who will lead the City Council. Gabriela Coletta Zapata and Brian Worrell are the main contenders, each aiming to secure the necessary votes to claim the presidency. The election, set for January 5, is not just about who wins but also about unde

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Boston's Political Path: Training Before Scandals

December 15, 2024

Imagine if Boston politicians got a head start on doing things right, instead of learning the hard way. That's the idea behind giving aspiring councilors some training before they get into office. It's like teaching them the rules of the game before they start playing. Take Boston City Councilor Ta

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Boston City Councilor Accused of Stealing Public Money

December 7, 2024

Boston City Councilor Tania Fernandes Anderson found herself in a tight spot financially. She decided to hire a family member to her staff, while hiding their relation from the city. This was just the start of her scheme to misuse taxpayer money. She planned to get a $13, 000 bonus for the staff mem

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Who Gets to Pray? A Look at the Satanic Temple's Fight for Inclusion

September 6, 2024

A federal appeals court has upheld a ruling that the Boston City Council didn't discriminate against the Satanic Temple when it refused to let them give a prayer before a meeting. The court said that each councilor has the right to choose who they invite and that the city has never shown favoritism