Pythagoras would be proud

This is what happens when you do the Clinton triangle dance: On health care, the new law remains unpopular, partly because of the new mandate that all Americans must have health insurance (56 percent oppose the mandate). Other provisions in the new bill are popular,...

Letters: What Do You Think?

From BP to High Speed Rail Many of us have been appalled by the BP oil spill, but if it had to happen, the timing was perfect. It’s not as if we weren’t aware that we need to stop our dependence on non-renewable energy resources, but this event brought it...

Success for Story's Bill for New Mothers

Last week, Gov. Deval Patrick signed into law a bill designed to help women dealing with emotional difficulties after giving birth. The Postpartum Depression bill was sponsored by state Rep. Ellen Story (D-Amherst) and championed by activist groups including...