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The Daily Free Press

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Mayor Wu speaks at a press conference outside of Boston City Hall on February 25. Wu testified in front of the United States House Oversight Committee on Wednesday. COURTESY OF CITY OF BOSTON MAYOR'S OFFICE

Mayor Wu testifies before Congress regarding sanctuary policies, rally held in support at City Hall Plaza

Elizabeth Mehler March 7, 2025
Mayor Michelle Wu testified before Congress Wednesday in a hearing by the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform to scrutinize municipalities that practice sanctuary city policies.
Yvonne Tang / DFP Staff

I Call Foul Play: Facebook should not be in charge of the internet’s future

Luca Becker November 4, 2021
The company formerly known as Facebook is trying hard to rebrand itself as "Meta" — a virtual hub paving the way for the internet's future. But what history may this rebrand try to hide?
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

EDITORIAL: Amtrak expansions provide new opportunity to boost economy, eco-friendly travel

Editors April 4, 2021
Amtrak’s plan and new funds from Biden will benefit the entire country, especially college students.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

I Call Foul Play: Bipartisanship is unattainable with Trumpism still ruling the Republican Party

Luca Becker April 2, 2021
Until the GOP rids themselves of Trumpism, true bipartisanship is unattainable.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Gender Justice: Republicans’ hatred for Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has gone too far

Meredith Varner February 12, 2021
AOC serves as a role model, showing us how to stand up for what we believe in and not let sad and pathetic bullies bring us down.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

Minority Report: In defense of Joe Manchin

Lincoln Son Currie February 4, 2021
Instead of railing against Joe Manchin’s evil compromises, the left should thank him for delivering a coalition that can imperfectly govern.
Alexia Nizhny/DFP STAFF

2021 Breakdown: Actions must have consequences, especially for those at the top

Gabriella Aponte January 15, 2021
Actions must have consequences, especially for those at the top who bear the responsibility for inciting the insurrection at Capitol Hill on Jan. 6.
Independent candidate Jon Lott ran against Democratic incumbent Rep. Stephen Lynch for Massachusetts’ 8th congressional district. COURTESY OF JON LOTT

Independent candidates challenge Mass. incumbents to push non-establishment ideas

Allison Pirog November 4, 2020
Voters casting their ballot this election may have noticed some unfamiliar names. Three independent candidates ran for U.S. Congress in Massachusetts this election to challenge the status quo and highlight issues they are passionate about.
Vanessa Bartlett/DFP STAFF

2020 Breakdown: Could a second wave of pandemic aid finally be on the way?

Gabriella Aponte October 13, 2020
Through all of the human suffering and economic destruction caused by the coronavirus pandemic, both sides of the aisle have managed to sit idly by as they watch the country burn.
EDITORIAL: Partisan polarization means politicians in power can do anything without consequence

EDITORIAL: Partisan polarization means politicians in power can do anything without consequence

Editors September 30, 2020
Political sentiment has evolved into a party-over-country mentality, and has resulted in a dog fight to keep certain parties in power.
Lincoln Son Currie

Minority Report: Democrats, reject the last acceptable prejudice

Lincoln Son Currie September 29, 2020
No person should have their faith used against them as proof that they are or are not loyal to America. I hope Democrats do not spout the dual loyalty lie and preserve the last acceptable prejudice.
Gabriella Aponte

2020 Breakdown: Dear Democrats, It’s Time to Play Hard Ball

Gabriella Aponte September 25, 2020
Though the Democrats are currently in a difficult position, blocking the Republicans from reneging on their own precedent is not impossible. Democrats should be able to win this battle and the long war if they are strategic and relentless in their approach.
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