Letters to the Editor
Mixing courage and politics
Cambridge Day does not endorse candidates or positions. Views expressed in this column are those of the writer. Read more When Washington fought for the British As America marks its 250th birthday, it is worth remembering how often this nation has been shaped by those who first served it in uniform. George Washington led us […]
Heat emergency not an anomaly
The current heat emergency should not be casually dismissed as an anomalous period of high temperatures, but as an ominous harbinger of the new normal. Extreme weather events once described as “century storms” are now alarmingly frequent, and everywhere on Earth societies are struggling to cope. Read more Herring and herons: signs of the Charles […]
Fourth of July BBQ, ACLU-style
With America’s 250th birthday around the corner, many of us are looking forward to fireworks and backyard barbecues. We’re also thinking a lot about what freedom and democracy mean. Read more Tenant tries to avoid eviction by declaring bankruptcy In this era of oligarchs and billionaires, it can be hard to hold tight to the […]
The Hyatt is a labor landmark, too
There’s no question that the Hyatt Regency is a visual and architectural landmark in Cambridge. On its 50th birthday, we should celebrate its significance to landmark labor struggles, too. Read more City recommends changes to multifamily housing ordinance Opened to coincide with the 1976 bicentennial, Graham Gund’s “brick ziggurat” won immediate praise from Boston Globe […]
Are we losing the character of Cambridge?
It was noteworthy that in their presentations on the Multifamily Housing Zoning Update City Council on June 25, the senior city administrators said “… be more honest … ” several times. Read more West Division Sweeps City Baseball Championship Throughout their presentation, there was clear concern expressed about the tree canopy, environmental issues, open space […]