If a U.S. president was just itching to militarize the streets of a politically unfriendly American city like … [Read more...] about Editorial: How to make an American ‘war zone’
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Sheriffs across Massachusetts are under the microscope but for all the wrong reasons
Kevin Coppinger
At the Essex County Sheriff’s Department, we are proud of the vital work we do every day: maintaining a secure … [Read more...] about Sheriffs across Massachusetts are under the microscope but for all the wrong reasons
Nature in the Neighborhood: Rats!
Guest CommentaryScurrying around the blood-soaked dioramas and giant skeletons popping up on suburban lawns this October, you … [Read more...] about Nature in the Neighborhood: Rats!
Editorial: We failed to act on DACA when we had the chance
Guest EditorialEditorial written by Dallas Morning News Editorial Board The news that immigration officials can resume … [Read more...] about Editorial: We failed to act on DACA when we had the chance
LTTE: Coach Smith, a champion for all Lynn students
To the editor
To the editor, “Because Every Kid Matters.” This phrase serves as the slogan for Tristan Smith’s campaign … [Read more...] about LTTE: Coach Smith, a champion for all Lynn students
Walsh: Dissatisfaction in Trump’s presidency
Jim Walsh
I was born as the tide turned in World War II. I made my way through childhood as President Eisenhower brought … [Read more...] about Walsh: Dissatisfaction in Trump’s presidency
Editorial: Smarter funding can help Ukraine win the drone wars
Guest EditorialEditorial written by Bloomberg Opinion Editorial Board In the month after President Vladimir Putin flew to … [Read more...] about Editorial: Smarter funding can help Ukraine win the drone wars
LTTE: Congratulations on Marblehead’s AAA bond rating
To the editorTo the editor: On behalf of the Marblehead Municipal Employees Union (MMEU), we extend our sincere … [Read more...] about LTTE: Congratulations on Marblehead’s AAA bond rating
LTTE: Why challenge Sen. Markey’s proven leadership?
To The EditorTo the editor: Why would a Democratic Representative in the U.S. House contemplate challenging highly … [Read more...] about LTTE: Why challenge Sen. Markey’s proven leadership?
Commentary: AI therapy isn’t getting better. Therapists are just failing.
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Jonathan Alpert A growing number of people are turning to AI for therapy not because it’s now smarter than … [Read more...] about Commentary: AI therapy isn’t getting better. Therapists are just failing.
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LTTE: Vote for Tristan Smith for Lynn School Committee
To the editor
To the editor: I am writing to encourage voters to vote for Tristan Smith for the School Committee on Nov. 4. … [Read more...] about LTTE: Vote for Tristan Smith for Lynn School Committee
LTTE: Charlie Kirk’s life deserves prayers, not scorn
To the editorTo the editor: I recently read a news story published in The Daily Item back on Sept. 25 (Black pastors say … [Read more...] about LTTE: Charlie Kirk’s life deserves prayers, not scorn
Emilia Sun: A look into our look
Emilia Sun
Emilia Sun What would happen if The Daily Item’s entire design team got kidnapped? For starters, you’d be … [Read more...] about Emilia Sun: A look into our look
LTTE: Stocker Dog Park fiasco: five years of unlawful plans, premature hires, and taxpayer waste
To the editorTo the editor: The ongoing saga of the proposed dog park at Stocker Street in Saugus continues to unravel … [Read more...] about LTTE: Stocker Dog Park fiasco: five years of unlawful plans, premature hires, and taxpayer waste
Editorial: The Chicago Teachers Union’s depressing idea of a role model
Guest EditorialEditorial written by Chicago Tribune Editorial Board It’s normal — and good — for school leaders to honor … [Read more...] about Editorial: The Chicago Teachers Union’s depressing idea of a role model
Commentary: How ‘originalism’ Became the prevailing view at the US Supreme Court
Guest CommentaryJosh Blackman and John G. Malcolm It is easy to take for granted that the current Supreme Court has a … [Read more...] about Commentary: How ‘originalism’ Became the prevailing view at the US Supreme Court
LTTE: Celebrate Frederick Douglass
To the editorTo the editor: I was rewarded Wednesday, Oct. 1 for reading The Daily Item as an important part of my … [Read more...] about LTTE: Celebrate Frederick Douglass
Commentary: Why academic debates about AI mislead lawmakers — and the public
Guest CommentaryKevin Frazier Picture this: A congressional hearing on “AI policy” makes the evening news. A senator gravely … [Read more...] about Commentary: Why academic debates about AI mislead lawmakers — and the public
Commentary: The Fourth Amendment will no longer protect you
Guest CommentaryDaniel Harawa and Kate Weisburd In September, the Supreme Court rendered obsolete the Fourth Amendment’s … [Read more...] about Commentary: The Fourth Amendment will no longer protect you
Editorial: The war on drugs shouldn’t be the military’s fight
Guest EditorialEditorial written by Bloomberg Opinion Editorial Board The White House is delighting in videos of the U.S. … [Read more...] about Editorial: The war on drugs shouldn’t be the military’s fight