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The Trump administration has moved quickly and decisively to dismantle diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs. Mass. lawmakers are signaling its continued use in the Commonwealth.
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We talk to the final candidate in our Northampton mayoral race marathon, Jillian Duclos, chat with hosts of BPR Jim Braude and Margery Eagan before they visit the 413 and taste wines with NEPM's own Nirvani Williams.
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Today on The Rundown with Carrie Saldo, panelists discuss rent control as western Mass. towns see tenant rights advocacy, how school districts are addressing infrastructure needs, inconsistent leadership in higher education and continued delays from the Cannabis Control Commission (CCC).
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