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Amid multiple crises, Trump delivers RNC acceptance speech from the White House

Republicans worked at their convention to project an image of a president firmly in control of a largely coronavirus-free country on the rise over the course of four nights that frequently displayed Trump surrounded by the trappings of his office. Continue reading →

Bob Hohler

In an unprecedented moment, America’s athletes take a stand, expressing sorrow while advocating for change

Athletes of all colors and ethnicities were turning away from their vocations, boycotting their games, and touching off tremors throughout their multibillion-dollar industries. Continue reading →

New study confirms staggering racial disparities in COVID-19 cases in Massachusetts

The pandemic produced a "perfect storm" of factors for communities of color, the research found. Continue reading →

Discrepancies emerge between video of Juston Root shooting and district attorney’s report

Video of police killing Juston Root following a chase that began outside Brigham and Women’s Hospital in February appears to contradict a district attorney’s report that found the shooting was justified. Continue reading →

The Nation
The World
Editorial & Opinion

OPINION

In two Mass. races, it’s Pelosi v. Ocasio-Cortez

Tensions between the two dueling Democratic stars are growing, with the Bay State as the battle ground. Continue reading →

EDITORIAL

Louis DeJoy must resign. Now

The postmaster general has proved himself unfit to serve as the Postal Service chief and has undermined American democracy in the process. Continue reading →

OPINION

Choosing change in the 12th Suffolk District

It’s about time voters in Mattapan, Dorchester, Milton, and Hyde Park pick another Black woman. Continue reading →

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Metro

Neal and Morse refocus on issues, not allegations, as race for 1st District heads to finish

A political earthquake rattled what already had been a nationally watched campaign by Morse, a progressive, to unseat Neal after 32 years in Congress. Continue reading →

Before he was a congressman, Joe Kennedy was a prosecutor

Joe Kennedy’s time as a prosecutor has become a point of contention in a race that increasingly appears to hinge on which candidate has stronger progressive bona fides. Continue reading →

Mass. stays course on testing, despite shift in federal guidelines

Boston-area public health experts are slamming new COVID-19 testing guidelines from the CDC suggesting people don’t need tests if they’ve had contact with an infected person but don’t have symptoms themselves. Continue reading →

Sports

tara sullivan

The power of sports in the social justice battle has never been more evident

The rash of cancellations across the sports landscape is sending a very loud message and advancing a crucial conversation. Continue reading →

ben volin | on football

Patriots go about their business as some appear to have lost hope

Jason McCourty said he went through the motions in practice, and his brother fears that people are becoming numb. Continue reading →

On Basketball

NBA players believe continuing season is best way for their voices to be heard on social injustice

They have a chance to work with the owners to create a strong agenda for change. Continue reading →

Business & Tech

Encore received COVID-19 warning after big hotel party

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission sent the notice on Aug. 20, four days after the party that authorities said drew more than 100 people — far more than the state’s 25-person limit on indoor gatherings. Continue reading →

Remote learning for kids means more work for parents

The fall is going to be better than spring, but that's a low bar to clear. Continue reading →

Pandemic job losses level off, but at very high levels

Here’s where we stand on the economy, the prospects for improvements, and additional aid for the unemployed. Continue reading →

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