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Ashamed of Gov. Baker’s policy toward Syrian refugees

In his letter to the editor, David Harris writes: "I hope our fair-minded citizens will let Gov. Baker know we find unacceptable... his refusal to offer refuge.

To the Editor:

I am ashamed to read Governor Baker has taken the position that Massachusetts will not welcome Syrian refugees after the Paris attacks. I hope our fair-minded citizens will let him know we find this unacceptable and contrary to the values we in Massachusetts hold dear.  If readers agree, I urge them to sign a petition I have created to the Governor at the following link:  https://petitions.moveon.org/sign/governor-baker-welcome?source=c.fwd&r_by=12692441

David B. Harris

91 Marion Avenue

North Adams, MA 01247

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A quote attributed to Winston Churchill: ‘A lie is halfway round the world before the truth has got its boots.’

In order to better understand our geopolitical situation in 2026, we may have to look beyond the repetitive “orange man bad” political soundbite and review the actual events of 2025 that have led us here.

Today’s protesters are engaging in civic self-defense

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