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Peaceful protest photo gallery Reply

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If you missed the peaceful protest in Boston Common after the election results, give it a view here. All photos taken by staff photographer Michael Bueno.

Protestors offered free hugs to people walking through Boston Common during a peaceful protest against this year’s election on Nov 11.
A blindfolded protoster sits in Boston Common with a book for people to write in.
A large crowd of peaceful protestors gather in Boston Common.
One protestor holds a “Love” sign with the peace symbol.
Peaceful protestors hold signs and listen to fellow citizens speak on this year’s election.
Another protestor holds a sign that says “End The Hate.”
The crowds grew as the night went on in Boston Common.
With the Mass. State House in the background, protestors hold messages in their signs.
Police monitor a group of peaceful protestors in front of the State House as the night grows dark.
Protestors wrote positive messages all over Boston Common during a peaceful protest against this year’s election results on Nov 11.

Election Day should be national holiday Reply

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By Abbie Adams – Contributing Writer

With the election cycle in full swing, voters are looking at which candidate they want to see on their party’s ticket for the general election. Stakes are high this year, with several polarizing figures still in the race, making it more crucial than ever for voters to get out and cast their ballot. For many, though, it’s not as simple as getting off the couch and voting. If we, as a nation, want to encourage voter turnout during these times, why not deem the day a holiday?

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