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 Issue of January 8, 2007 
   
A Cautionary Tale
Charles Dickens opens his novel “A Tale of Two Cities” with the now-famous words, “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times,” reminding us that periods of upheaval, change and transition often are accompanied by contradictions.
Uphill Direction
Eighteen months ago, legislation called Chapter 40R went into effect in Massachusetts. The Smart Growth Zoning and Housing Production Act is an incentive-based law meant to encourage cities and towns to establish smart-growth zoning districts.
Boston Still a Safe Bet
Last year was one of dynamic change in the Boston real estate market, and the momentum generated by those changes should carry into a robust investment sales and leasing environment in 2007.
Climate Has Changed for Cassandras Who Warn of Global Warming
After six years of unbelievably destructive policy decisions, enough time has passed to say with confidence that the Bush/Cheney administration has been an unmitigated disaster for just about everyone.
Internet Security: A Year-End Report
At the close of 2006, banks could still rely on their customers being the greatest risk for identity theft.
LETTER: Article Missed Essence of Superior Court Ruling
Your article of Dec. 25, 2006, in the Banking & Lending section by Amy Wyeth headlined “DOB ‘Concerned’ With Ruling in Would-Be Licensee’s Favor” I believe misses the boat.
Check & Balance
Banker & Tradesman's editorial cartoon.


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