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Mass. officials in line for pay raises. ‘Have they no shame?’

Por: The Boston Globe Opinion January 10, 2023

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Re (Page A1, Dec. 30): I was waiting for the hue and cry over the outrageous pay raise lawmakers have voted for themselves and other top elected officials. The rate of inflation and the worry of a recession are hurting the taxpayer. Food pantry need is high. How in good conscience can a 20 percent pay raise be acceptable? How can elected officials look themselves in the mirror knowing the monetary hardships their constituents are suffering? Have... + full article



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