The History of the 19th Amendment and People of Color

The History of the 19th Amendment and People of Color

In recognition of Black History Month, Connecting Point examines the complicated history of women’s suffrage. 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the 19th Amendment. This amendment is usually credited as giving women the right to vote. While this change was a win for...
Massachusetts Citizens Commission Report

Massachusetts Citizens Commission Report

A 2018 ballot question tasked the Massachusetts Citizens Commission with devising a plan to overturn the 2010 Citizens United ruling. The ruling gives corporations and unions the right to unlimited spending on political campaigns, as long as they do not coordinate...
Professor John Rogers on the USMCA and Trade Policy

Professor John Rogers on the USMCA and Trade Policy

After months of discussion and back and forth, the United States Mexico Canada Agreement has become law. What impact with the USMCA have and what are the broader implications for trade policy in the United States? American International College Economics Professor...
The State We’re In: 2020 State of the Commonwealth

The State We’re In: 2020 State of the Commonwealth

The impeachment trial of President Donald Trump took center stage in Washington D.C. this week. Closer to home, Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker gave his 2020 State of the Commonwealth address on Beacon Hill. In the annual address, Baker touted strengths –...