RURAL ECONOMY

Jun 15 2026POLITICS

Rural Voters Reconsider Trump as Bills Rise and Trust Fades

Rural America helped push Donald Trump into the White House, but now many in these communities feel let down. Rising costs for everyday items like gas and groceries are making life harder, especially for those who live far from cities. A recent poll shows Trump’s approval among rural voters has fall

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May 25 2026OPINION

Protecting Farmland with Horse Power

Massachusetts is losing farmland fast—about 83% of what existed a century ago has vanished. But one program quietly helping to fight that loss has been the Race Horse Development Fund. Started 15 years ago as part of the state's casino law, this fund gives a small slice of casino revenue to breeding

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