The recent tornado in Conway was a major local crisis. But it also showed the importance of state and federal policies on our local area.
There had never been a February tornado in Massachusetts before, and we have all noticed the recent increase in dramatic weather events. Most experts agree this is a result of human-caused climate change and that we should expect more temperature extremes and major storms.
Town officials were thrilled with the fast, efficient and knowledgeable help the town received from the state. This highlights the importance of state taxes to our well-being, but raises questions about who pays their fair share and who doesn’t?
Join Franklin County Continuing the Political Revolution as we explore these questions at a forum at the Greenfield Library on March 20, starting with snacks at 5:30 p.m. and a talk at 6.
Ferd Wulkan
Montague