Beacon Hill in 5
Carrie Healy
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NEPM
We take a look at the outcomes from last week's Massachusetts ballot, including a split on the housing measure and what rural same-day voter registration might look like. Plus, what the official vote certification could reveal, and how Beacon Hill may respond to major ballot mandates.
Ayu Suryawan
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NEPM
We tour the Alma Thomas exhibit at Smith College, speak with hip hop artist REKS, and Mr. Universe applauds the scientists elected to congress.
Ayu Suryawan
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NEPM
Host Phil Bishop and Rundown panelists breakdown the 2026 midterm election results.
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The 38-year incumbent won more than 65 percent of the vote against independent Nadia Milleron. With new Democrat majority in U.S. House, he says he hopes to undo some of the damage done under the Republican majority.
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