Politics & Government

Readers Assess Time Zone Change Proposal|Curt Schillings vs. Liz Warren?|Preparing for the Worst: Beacon Hill's Most-Read

This week's most-read stories on Beacon Hill Patch include thoughtful readers, an unlikely match-up, and the state's drought response.

'Leave Time Alone!'; Yes to 'Massexit': Patch Readers Rate Time Zone Proposal

Patch readers had many, many different reactions to last week's news that lawmakers will study potentially leaving the Eastern time zone. We collected some of the most passionate and thought-provoking here. Thanks to all who wrote in.

Curt Schilling vs. Elizabeth Warren?

Former Red Sox star wants to strike out Massachusetts senator. The odds are not in his favor.

Governor Advises Residents Conserve Water as State Responds to Deepening Drought

As of Thursday, 92 percent of Massachusetts is in some form of abnormally dry condition, and 17 percent is experiencing extreme drought. The state's trying to head off a worst-case scenario, particularly for farmers.

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These were our most-clicked articles this week, but the numbers don't always tell the whole story. What state government news would you like to see us cover. Anything you loved? Hated? Tell us! Email alison.bauter@patch.com

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