Somerville Divestment Question to Appear on Ballot
The Somerville Election Commission voted on October 6 to certify over 8,000 voter signatures in support of a nonbinding advisory ballot measure.
This measure asks whether the city should end business with companies linked to Israel, clearing the way for the question to appear on the November ballot.
- A lengthy public hearing was held before the city's Election Commission.
- Commissioners heard testimony from residents, elected officials, and representatives arguing for and against certification.
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Author's summary: Somerville to vote on Israel-linked business.