The COVID-19 vaccine has been heralded a symbol of hope. But as Phase 1 of the vaccine roll out comes to a close, the question remains: who should be next in line? Thirty-five legislators have requested the Baker administration prioritize vaccine distribution for low-income schools over other higher-income schools to facilitate the return to in-person learning, and BU professors agree.

When Question 4 passed last November legalizing marijuana in Massachusetts, the proponents of pot who had been fighting tooth and nail for years to see this victory were finally able to celebrate their...