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Contrarian Boston

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Fact-based news, commentary and original reporting with a contrarian edge about local, regional and national events.

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About Scott Van Voorhis

A veteran journalist, Scott Van Voorhis founded Contrarian Boston in November, 2021. He has over three decades of reporting experience in New England, including as a staff writer for the Boston Herald and the Boston Business Journal.

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