UMass To Host Online Conference On The Legacy Of Daniel Ellsberg
Source: UMass News and Media UMass Amherst, in collaboration with The GroundTruth Project, will host a…
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Opinion: We The People Need The “For The People Act”
by Kate Hartford and Elaine Fronhofer Congress is now debating the For the People Act….
A Few Questions For Valley Action’s Gloria DiFulvio and Elaine Fronhofer
A Few Questions For… is an occasional feature of the Indy, aimed at helping our readers…
Running for Elective Office In Amherst: A Free Two-Part Information Series, Set for April 8 & 15
The League of Women Voters of Amherst (LWVA) will host two virtual forums in the…
Opinion: Residents Have A Right To Know
Editor’s Note: This column appeared previously in The Amherst Bulletin. The Jones Library Trustees are…
Mass House Votes Down Transparency Amendment Despite Overwhelming Popular Support
Source: Act on Mass Following a contentious debate, the Massachusetts House, on February 24, voted…
Calling The Question: Town Council Considers New Rules To Cut Off Debate
Council Did Not Allow Debate On A Letter Of Response To The Community Safety Working…
From Other Sources (#31). News For And About Amherst. A Special Focus On Democracy After The Insurrection
This column offers links to selected articles that might be of interest to Amherst readers….
Town Council Passes Resolution Condemning Insurrection At The Capitol On January 6
Councilors Mandi Jo Hanneke (at large) and Pat DeAngelis (District 2) sponsored a resolution condemning…
Opinion: Seven Brief Perspectives In A Difficult Time
Here are some assorted thoughts — from the Presidential election to the Senate runoff elections…