In Wellesley, a determined effort to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory
ADVERTISEMENT Sponsored by The Boston Foundation The Best of CommonWealth Beacon OPINION (Illustration by Dsndrn-Videolar via Pixabay) In Wellesley, a determined effort to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory February 22, 2026 By Greg Reibman Once upon a time, in a land not far away, a well-meaning town leader found a magic lamp while strolling through her community’s very charming downtown. After picking it up and giving it a few good rubs, a genie appeared, offering three wishes. She thought carefully about her town’s needs and values. “Our strategic housing plan says we need apartments, modest homes, and downsizing options,” the town leader began. “Our adult children can’t afford to stay. Young families and workers can’t move here. Seniors have nowhere to go. “We value education, but our lo...