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Kara Bettis Carvalho

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Who gets to decide what belongs in school libraries?

Who gets to decide what belongs in school libraries?

Protecting librarians from harassment is one thing. Giving them the final say over challenged books is another.

09.08.2026 10

Boston Globe

Kara Bettis Carvalho

Massachusetts’ new abortion bill removes a critical guardrail

Massachusetts’ new abortion bill removes a critical guardrail

The bill would eliminate the specific legal criteria that now govern abortions after 24 weeks, replacing them with a physician’s professional...

06.08.2026 9

Boston Globe

Kara Bettis Carvalho

The World Cup could change the future of tipping

The games will give restaurants the freedom to experiment with mandated tips.

29.05.2026 10

Boston Globe

Kara bettis carvalho