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Ellen Story is an American
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who served in the
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.


Early life

Story lived in
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before moving to Amherst in 1972. She earned a bachelor's degree at the
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. Story worked for the Family Planning Council of Western Massachusetts for 17 years. She also served on the Amherst School Committee.


Political career

Story's policy during her time in the
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focused on issues related to women, mental health,
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and raising the income tax.


References

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