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MASSACHUSETTS AGREES that public higher education has always been one of our calling cards, providing access to high-quality learning for students from all walks of life, regardless of income, language, or race. The education our students receive informs our future for generations to come. We teach our students to value science, health, and most of all, each other — so why do our funding policies tell a different story?
ALTHOUGH MASSACHUSETTS has entered the first phase of the Gov. Charlie Baker’s controversial reopening plan, the health and economic toll of COVID-19 is far from over. When it comes to state revenues, the picture is bleak — just when our communities need help the most, state revenues from sales, income, and corporate excise taxes are expected to plummet. We desperately need federal assistance, but the likelihood of substantial aid is uncertain.
By Merrie Najimy As a result of a charter school expansion deal cut behind closed doors, the city of New Bedford is about to give away a school building with a large parcel of land to a private corporation. This is an affront to government by the people, for the people. The city’s mayor, School Committee and members of the state Legislature representing New Bedford — all of whom are elected by New Bedford citizens — have said they oppose the expansion sought by the Alma del Mar charter school.
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