EDITORIALS & OPINION

Editorial Pages & Opinion Articles from The Republican

Children whose parents are serving time in jail have it tougher than most of their peers. First there’s the stigma and loneliness that accompanies their situation. And then there’s the fear that the same fate eventually awaits them. Recognizing the insecurity these children experience, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Hampden County has stepped in to assure them that there... Full story »

"Bigotry in Maine is alive and well following the repeal of same-sex marriage ..." Full story »

Technically, the White House was right when officials said Tuesday’s election was not a referendum on President Barack Obama’s performance. But voters who ousted New Jersey Gov. Jon S. Corzine and defeated Democrat Creigh Deeds’ bid to be governor of Virginia delivered an ice-cold wake- up call to a president whose ability to govern has yet to match his... Full story »

Western Massachusetts voters had their say on Tuesday and – with the exception of Westfield Mayor Michael R. Boulanger, who lost to Daniel M. Knapik – incumbent mayors fared pretty well. In Springfield, first-term Mayor Domenic J. Sarno, won a resounding victory over City Councilor Bud L. Williams in an election that also marks the return of ward representation... Full story »

Can the Springfield Police Department find and shut off the sources of illegal weapons? Full story »

The First Amendment doesn’t play favorites when it guarantees Americans the right to a free press. And that guarantee extends all the way to The Minuteman at the University of Massachusetts. The feisty conservative-libertarian newspaper put out by UMass students was just doing its job when it published reports earlier this year that the UMass Student Government Association had... Full story »

Autumn leaves are piling up in the yard, Election Day is over, the World Series is headed for the last out – and many of us are readjusting our sleep cycles to factor in last Sunday’s return to Eastern Standard Time. The seasonal changes should also serve as a reminder to all of us that it’s time to undertake... Full story »

"The access to firearms must be stopped." Full story »

"The cycle of violence begins early, not when guns or drugs are bought ..." Full story »

The Republican endorses mayoral candidates in 8 local races. Full story »

Getting the appropriate vaccine might be easier said than done.  Full story »

The proposal in The Republican nearly 108 years ago created considerable discussion around the country. Full story »

Health insurance rates already on the rise The insurance company’s threats are being realized. Next year’s rates have been presented to corporations, Medicare recipients and every other holder of a health policy and the increases are astounding. Why can’t our elected officials represent the stated interests of their constituents? Speak out now. No trigger mechanisms. Speak up for a strong... Full story »

As Springfield voters cast their ballots on Tuesday, the city stands at a critical crossroads. Full story »