Virginia voters divided on blame for Charlottesville violence
Many Virginia voters (47 percent) believe the counter protesters in Charlottesville deserve at least equal blame for the violence at last week’s white nationalist rally. President Donald Trump’s comments on this question set off a wave of condemnation from political and business leaders. But when Trump said "I think there is blame on both sides," nearly half of Virginia voters agree with him.
More from WBUR poll: voters want a say on casinos
Just over half (52 percent) favor placing a question repealing the state's casino law on the ballot this November, with 39 percent opposed.
MassINC and MPG release Ready for Reform? Public Opinion on Criminal Justice in Massachusetts
Massachusetts residents support reforms that have saved money and reduced crime in other states.
Pew poll shows similarities in MA, national opinions on drug sentencing
A new Pew poll reveals that, on this issue, Bay State residents essentially mirror national opinion.
MBAE Survey: Business leaders want to partner with education system
Business leaders want better partnership and communication with the education system to better prepare students for the workplace.
Boston favors criminal justice reform
Boston residents are even more supportive of criminal justice reform proposals than are residents statewide, where support is already quite high. Three quarters of Boston residents would prefer the criminal justice system focus on prevention or rehabilitation, while the current system is seen as most effective at punishment.