Undecided or uninformed?
This column is being written one day before the election and the final opinion polls are showing something that is somewhat puzzling, but all too common. President Barack Obama seems…
State-federal battle over marijuana laws inevitable
There are three initiatives on next Tuesday’s statewide ballot, and recent polls show all three will likely pass. Question 1 would require auto manufacturers to share now-confidential repair information with…
Third party and independent legislative candidates face uphill battle
Lee Scott Laugenour is the only candidate running for state representative locally who is not a major party nominee, but he’s not totally alone in his quest. Laugenour, the Lenox…
New Beacon column to cover government and politics
Welcome to Berkshire Beacon Hill Spotlight, our new column on state and local government and politics. Each week we’ll be offering information and insight on the policies and politics that…