Tovia Smith
Stories
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National
Israel Dresner, rabbi who marched with Martin Luther King, dies at 92
Rabbi Israel "Sy" Dresner was one of the early Freedom Riders in the 1960s civil rights movement and was close with King. He said Jewish teachings and Jewish history compelled his activism.
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National
Remembering Rabbi Israel Dresner, a Freedom Rider in the civil rights movement
One of the original Freedom Riders has died. Rabbi Israel Dresner was arrested and jailed multiple times for his activism. He was among those who answered Martin Luther King Jr.'s call.
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Politics
They believe in Trump's 'Big Lie.' Here's why it's been so hard to dispel
The resilience of the "Big Lie" is prompting consternation and creative efforts to reach those who remain adamant — despite all evidence to the contrary — that the 2020 Presidential vote was rigged.
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Politics
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker says he won't be running for reelection
Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker, a moderate Republican, says he won't run for a third term. Although he's one of the nation's most popular governors, Baker was facing a tough primary challenge.
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National
Hotels And Restaurants That Survived Pandemic Face New Challenge: Staffing Shortages
Business owners who rely on seasonal foreign workers coming to the U.S. on H-2B visas are struggling to find help they need for what's expected to be busy summer.
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National
Across Political Lines, Opinions On Vaccine Passports Are Divided
Americans are deeply divided on the idea of "vaccine passports," but it's not clearly a red-blue divide. A range of voices across the political spectrum are both for and against.
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National
Things Are Looking Up For Boston Tavern Cornwall's As It Prepares To Reopen
As restrictions on outdoor dining loosen, the owners of Cornwall's in Boston are feeling hopeful for the first time in a while. They closed right before St. Patrick's Day 2020. Things are looking up.
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National
Super Bowl LV: New England Patriots Fans Divided On Tears Or Cheers For Tom Brady
It's Tom Brady's tenth Super Bowl, but his first without the New England Patriots, which he left last year for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Pats fans are divided on whether to root for him on Sunday.
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Environment
Massachusetts Voters Share Their Hopes For New Administration
Some Massachusetts voters hope that the Biden administration will do better on protecting the environment and managing the pandemic. But some say they fear President Biden may be too moderate.
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National
'It's Just A Shame': Trump Voters React To Insurrection At U.S. Capitol
After Wednesday's insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, the response from people around the country who voted for Trump is mixed, with some blaming him and others saying the protesters hurt their cause.