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By Roger House | Word In Black - Vice President Kamala Harris has been increasing outreach to Black communities to bolster support for Democrats, but there are questions as to whether she is the best person to rally the Black community for the challenges ahead and whether it is time for Democratic leaders — and the national Black political class — to begin considering replacements for Biden’s second term.

With greenhouse gas reduction limits looming, advocates and policymakers have plenty of ideas for the next step on climate legislation.

No doubt, Democratic Party leaders will think of other viable candidates to be vice president, or will make a compelling case for retaining Harris. What is critical for the party is that discussions occur before Biden enters the primary elections next year. What is critical for the Black community is the crafting of a forward-looking agenda of development in a political unity summit. 

Wilson discussed issues currently plaguing the state, including the economy, public safety and education.

BOSTON — A controversial member of the state Parole Board quietly resigned in July, less than a year after she fought to keep her job and narrowly won another term,

What has caused the delay in new Red and Orange Line trains?

He's at it again.

Massachusetts' first Black governor says it's necessary for Democrats to play "the long game."

Proposed legislation would put hospitals that are deemed necessary to a region in danger of closing in state control.

The resistance is forcing state and local governments that have embraced wind, with strong Obama administration backing, to pay closer attention to where wind farms are located and how they impact surroundings.