Here is a complete list of Collegian stories regarding the ballot questions that will appear on Election Day, November 8. Be sure to keep up with the Collegian on twitter @MDCollegian using #ElectionMDC as we live tweet updates and reactions from the UMass and Amherst community.
Question 1
Opinion:
Question 1 abuses the purpose of a ballot initiative — Michael Agnello
Our ballot process should not be used for individual gain.
Question 2
News:
Community forum debates Question 2 — Dan Curtin
Supporters and opponents weighed the pros and cons of charter school enrollment.
Opinion:
Expanding the charter cap is gambling the tax payer’s money — James Mazarakis
James Mazarakis argues against the expansion of charter schools in Massachusetts.
Question 2 about giving 33K kids a choice in education — Opinion & Editorial Staff
Marc Kenen, executive director of Massachusetts Charter Public School Association, responds to a recent article and argues in favor of Question 2.
Question 3
News:
Students thrilled to vote yes on ballot Question 3 and 4 — Nujhat Purnata
Question 3 and 4 receive wide support at UMass.
State residents raise questions in spar over Ballot Question 3 — Nujhat Purnata
Proposed ballot referendum on humane animal treatment challenged.
Opinion:
Vote for the humane treatment of animals — Ariane Komyati
Ariane Komyati encourages voters to vote “yes” on Question 3, which would end extreme methods of farm animal confinement in the state.
Question 4
News:
Students thrilled to vote yes on ballot Question 3 and 4 — Nujhat Purnata
Question 3 and 4 receive wide support at UMass.
Cannabis Reform Coalition hosts author Rick Steves — Nujhat Purnata
Author Rick Steves spoke in favor of legalizing marijuana.
Opinion:
Ballot Question 4 is long overdue — Anthony Ferranti
Question 5
News:
UMass students impact outcome of Question 5 in local Amherst ballot — Noah Kouchekinia
Although current students will likely not experience the effects of Question 5 first-hand, student voters registered in Amherst will help determine the future local elementary schools.
Opinion:
Letter to the Editor: Vote Yes on Question 5 — Opinion & Editorial Staff
Approval of Question 5 would improve Amherst public schools.
Vote ‘No’ on local Question 5 — Edridge D’Souza
Edridge D’Souza argues Question 5 will harm the local school system and raise the price of local apartment rentals for college students.
