There were more than 10 million people released from jails or houses of correction across the United States in 2019. Those first weeks and months are a particularly vulnerable time.
Michael Curry
Posted inOpinion
Public health system at a turning point
FOR NEARLY 25 YEARS, the first full week of April has been designated as National Public Health Week. This year, it comes at a critical turning point for the future of […]
Posted inOpinion
Obstacles vs. apathy in holding back turnout in communities of color
“I HAVE SAID this before, and I will say it again – the vote is precious. It is almost sacred. It is the most powerful non-violent tool we have in […]
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We must address black, brown mistrust of COVID-19 vaccine
MASSACHUSETTS IS IN DANGER of failing communities of color, once again, if we do not start preparing for a COVID-19 vaccine now. Black Americans, in particular, are both more susceptible […]
Posted inOpinion, Transportation
Late-night MBTA service crucial to economic growth and justice
INVESTING IN TRANSPORTATION in order to create economic growth is a popular refrain. You’d be hard-pressed to find the business group, community organization, or transit agency that doesn’t talk that […]