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A sign outside of The Boston Globe office at 1 Exchange Place. The importance of newspaper endorsements in elections is being discussed in light of multiple newspaper outlets announcing they would not endorse a presidential candidate. RACHEL FEINSTEIN/DFP PHOTOGRAPHER

To endorse or not to endorse: Boston journalists discuss their role in politics

Ruby Voge November 6, 2024
During an election year, newspapers' opinion pages usually endorse presidential candidates. Usually. However, during this election, more news organizations than ever are opting-out of an official endorsement.
Chloe Patel | Senior Graphic Artist

A win for democracy and a defeat of raw financial power in the Czech Republic | The Intersection

Katie Harmon February 9, 2023
The Czech people just gave the world a victory for democracy, and to that, we should all celebrate.
Haley Alvarez-Lauto | DFP Staff

The Rise of Robots Should Be the Downfall of Capitalism | Divine Politik

Caroline McCord September 13, 2022

There have been notable victories for American workers since last October — the first Amazon warehouse union in Staten Island has now amassed more than 8,000 members, more than 230 Starbucks have successfully...

On Point presenting at WBUR CitySpace

Experts discuss Amazon’s role in the business world at WBUR CitySpace Event

Daily Free Press Staff September 30, 2021
Former Amazon engineer and Seattle journalist join "On Point" host and editor discuss pros and cons of the corporation.
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A tale of two superhero shows: How ‘The Boys,’ ‘Invincible’ subvert superhero stereotypes

Emma Sánchez April 26, 2021
After binging these shows, I feel red-pilled about how the media milks the hell out of superheroes.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

I Call Foul Play: Earth should come before Mars

Luca Becker March 5, 2021
Musk and Bezos, with their wealth and influence, have the power to be major players in humanity’s fight against climate change. They should use their resources for good rather than to tackle the next frontier.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Amazon’s new jobs in Boston may have unintended consequences

Editors January 27, 2021
Whether the new hires will be sustainable for the economy and whether Amazon’s growth will have a negative impact on local businesses after the city opens back up has yet to be seen. But it is certain we must hold these giants to higher standards, or they will continue doing good with ulterior motives.
Luca Becker

I Call Foul Play: Billionaires Will Continue to Act Immorally — Tax Them

Luca Becker September 29, 2020
The American people must call for change. In a climate where the same wealth inequalities that plagued their grandparents are being exacerbated, citizens must ask themselves if billionaires should even exist.
Worcester offers $500 million in incentives in its Amazon bid. PHOTO BY VIGUNTHAAN THARMARAJAH/ DAILY FREE PRESS STAFF

Boston releases Amazon bid, sees competition from Worcester, New Hampshire

Shaun Robinson October 23, 2017

Boston unveiled its bid to house Amazon’s second North American headquarters on Friday, joining cities and regions — such as Worcester and New Hampshire — across the United States and Canada...

EDIT: Droning on about the future

Daily Free Press Admin December 3, 2013

Instant gratification is no longer exclusively for music and movie downloads. Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos announced Sunday that the online shipping company is developing autonomous drones that will fly...

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