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Member-based advocacy group fighting for a more equitable, just, sustainable and democratic Commonwealth progressivemass.com

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Shannon O’Grady 🏳️‍⚧️ @office-supplies.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
I lived in Michigan when they started same day voter registration and it helped a lot of my high school friends vote when they were fully eligible but didn’t go out of their way to register. It’s nothing but a good idea that makes sure as many voices as possible are heard.
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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 21h
Who's funding Question 8, the ballot question to roll back the legalization of marijuana? An out-of-state dark money group founded by George W. Bush speechwriters, alleged to be bankrolled by the liquor industry and the pharmaceutical industry. Vote NO on 8.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
“Question 4 is a great way for Massachusetts to assert our support for protecting and expanding the right to vote.” Vote YES on 4. #mapoli
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Question 4 could allow Mass. voters to register on Election Day. Here’s what to know.
Supporters say Question 4 would expand voting access, while opponents argue same-day registration jeopardizes election integrity.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Vote NO on 5. #mapoli www.bostonglobe.com/2026/09/28/o...
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Massachusetts needs to save for a rainy day - The Boston Globe
The proposed tax rebate rule would tie the state’s hands when revenues fall and demand for services rises.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Beacon Hill has the opportunity to pass some major wins for housing affordability and economic opportunities for young people. #mapoli actionnetwork.org/letters/ecod...
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Tell Beacon Hill: Fight for Progressive Policies in the Economic Development Bill
In July, the MA House and Senate passed their respective versions of an economic development bill. This omnibus bill (called "eco-dev" in the State House) has become a major vehicle for each chamber t...
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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 27/09/2026
It’s raining hard here in MA, and the private equity money has been raining down hard in support of Question 3 (jungle primaries). Remember, folks: The most dangerous words in the English language are “We’re from private equity, and we’re here to help.” Vote NO on 3. #mapoli
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 26/09/2026
Stuck inside on a rainy Saturday? Watch our info session on the 9 statewide ballot questions: youtu.be/PeoSul621uE
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Progressive Mass 2026 Ballot Question Info Session
YouTube video by Progressive Massachusetts
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BlackJew 🏳️‍⚧️ @blackjew.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Not only is Matt the best. Melissa Reilly is a powerhouse. For those of us who work in #mapoli and the State House she is an absolute main stay. What a great story. It should not have taken 11 years, but glad if finally got passed.
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Scott @smadin.net · 25/09/2026
"suspend the gas tax for two months" is a very stupid idea both for practical reasons (instead, focus on permanent improvements to transit options so people can drive less!) and political reasons (gives Minogue an opening for attacks and to call for repealing it entirely) #mapoli
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siobhan mcdonough @siobhan-m.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
this is absolutely true, and it isn’t just a SNAP problem. the dept. of unemployment assistance has an ancient website and overwhelmed phone lines. the commission against discrimination takes years to rule on complaints. we need government that works for the working-class.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
This is unacceptable. Healey and the Legislature need to increase funding to hire more SNAP case workers. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/09/24/m...
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Thousands in Massachusetts are losing food assistance because of disconnected SNAP calls, lawsuit says - The Boston Globe
The state's Department of Transitional Assistance automatically disconnected 74 to 81 percent of incoming calls in the first six months of 2026, complaint alleges.
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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Great to chat with @onekade.bsky.social about what's at stake in the fight on data privacy legislation in the MA State House incorruptible-mass.buzzsprout.com/606004/episo...
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Data Privacy - Incorruptible Mass
Please donate to the show at https://secure.actblue.com/donate/impodcastBig tech companies are hoovering up more and more of our own personal data than ever, whether to sell us products or to sell our...
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Matt Casey @mattcasey.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I think I agree with all of these?
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Indivisible Acton Area ❌👑 @indactonma.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#mapoli Follow @progressivemass.bsky.social and be informed!!
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Indivisible Acton Area ❌👑 @indactonma.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
#mapoli Take action with @progressivemass.bsky.social and tell @massgovernor.bsky.social #NoNewWomensPrison www.progressivemass.com/issues/stopp...
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Rafael 🦷⛸️ @rtquint.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
As mail ballots start going out, remember to take a look at all the ballot questions this year!
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Kroping Mechanism @kropadope428.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
I endorse this list
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Beth Andres-Beck @beth4ma.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Massachusetts has a very long ballot this November. The last one, question 9, is especially weird. For that is for that one, and only that one, we have to vote “yes” to keep things the way they are.
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Laura Lou Woo @lauralouwoo.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Nine ballot questions in MA this November. Bring this handy @progressivemass.bsky.social graphic to your polling place. #mapoli
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Brian Gawalt @brian.gawalt.com · 24/09/2026
i try to stay mum on elections i can't vote in, but if you're in massachusetts, take it from me in california: you really really really don't want top-two primaries. vote no on 3.
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onekade @onekade.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
3 + 5 =8 Those ain’t great!
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onekade @onekade.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
What do we hate? 3, 5, 8!
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Let’s Change Cambridge @letschangecambridge.us · 24/09/2026
This is the same set of choices I came up with independently—
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Dr. Guy Incognito DDS @guyincognitodds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
The people making the strongest push for the jungle primary aren't the left. They're centrists who in any other state would likely be Republicans. In practice, the jungle primary has led to far more secret intra-party jockeying, and better chances for the GOP, than any opening for left candidates.
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roscone @roscone.com · 24/09/2026
This is a great guide to all the ballot questions in MA this year I'd especially emphasize voting No on 3 and 5, personally.
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Dr. Guy Incognito DDS @guyincognitodds.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
I (and @bostondsa.org) really want to emphasize that "No" vote on Question 5. It's millionaires trying to undo the Fair Share Amendment while damaging MA's finances far worse than if Fair Share had never passed at all. NO on 5!
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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
A helpful run-down on the 9 statewide ballot questions! #mapoli
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Mary Wasmuth @maryawasmuth.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
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Brian Cook @2ndadminstate.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Don’t force education and transportation in Massachusetts to suffer for Trump’s disaster, Governor Healy @massgovernor.bsky.social
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❌ 👑 Indivisible01027 @indivisible01027.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Learn about the 9 Questions on the Ballot on Nov. 3! Thank you, @progressivemass.bsky.social for this informative session.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
MA has 9 statewide ballot questions this year. Be an informed voter! #mapoli www.progressivemass.com/2026ballot/
This November, Massachusetts will see *9* statewide ballot questions, a historic number. But we’ve got you covered. 

✅VOTE YES ON 1 to expand the public records law to cover the Governor and the Legislature. We’re the only state in the country that doesn’t do that already. Let the sunlight in.

✅VOTE YES ON 2 to enable public defenders to collectively bargain. Every worker deserves to have a union, and public defenders, who are often overworked and underpaid, should be no exception. 

❌VOTE NO ON 3 to prevent private equity billionaires from rigging our election system in their favor. Top-two primaries empower corporate PACs and self-funders, disadvantage grassroots candidates, and turn MAGA voters into election kingmakers. 

✅VOTE YES ON 4 to enable voters to register to vote or update their registration on Election Day. No eligible voter should be turned away due to a clerical error, and this reform is one of the most proven ways to increase voter turnout. 

❌VOTE NO ON 5 to protect our state’s ability to invest in health care, transportation, and public education. The rich would get millions in tax rebates, while the rest of us suffer from underfunded public services. 

⚪VOTE how you want on 6. Question 6 fell shy of our endorsement threshold: our members valued land and water conservation, but were worried about the dedication of existing funds as opposed to new ones. 

✅VOTE YES on 7 to enable more starter homes across the Commonwealth. We have a housing crisis, and large lot size requirements mean fewer homes are able to be built. 

❌VOTE NO on 8 to protect our state’s cannabis laws. We said NO to the war on drugs back in 2016, and we shouldn’t turn back time and destroy local economies. 

✅VOTE YES ON 9 to protect our state’s landmark gun safety law, which cracked down on ghost guns, banned machine gun conversion devices, and strengthened gun violence data collection.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Fair Share has delivered major wins in education and transportation. This is attack on the very idea behind it and on everyone who worked on that campaign. She doesn’t neutralize disingenuous MAGA attacks: she shows that they will work on her.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Missed last night's Ballot Question info session? You can watch it here. youtu.be/PeoSul621uE
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Progressive Mass 2026 Ballot Question Info Session
YouTube video by Progressive Massachusetts
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Jonathan Cohn @jonathancohn.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Another OCPF filing, and the same pattern: More than 95% of the money raised by the Yes on 3 campaign in the first half of September came from just six corporate executives in private equity, venture capital, and investment banking. Don't let them buy our elections.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Tonight at 6:30 pm!
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Join us tomorrow night for an info session on this year's ballot questions! #mapoli actionnetwork.org/events/pm202...
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Learn about MA's 9 Statewide Ballot Questions
Join Progressive Mass to learn more about the 9 statewide ballot questions, who's behind either side, and what's at stake.
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North Shore Progressives @nsprogressives.bsky.social · 19/09/2026
Want to learn more about this year’s ballot questions? Register for this online event hosted by @progressivemass.bsky.social scheduled for this Tuesday at 6:30 pm. actionnetwork.org/events/pm202...
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Learn about MA's 9 Statewide Ballot Questions
Join Progressive Mass to learn more about the 9 statewide ballot questions, who's behind either side, and what's at stake.
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Mara Dolan @maradolan.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
Happy to and thanks for asking! Extremely hard NO on 3. @progressivemass.bsky.social gets it right. I am leaning yes on 6 but need more info. #mapoli #Noona3 www.progressivemass.com/2026ballot/
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2026 Ballot Questions
Your Progressive Guide to the 2026 Ballot This November, Massachusetts will see *9* statewide ballot questions, a historic number. But we've got you covered. ✅VOTE YES ON 1 to expand the public...
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Citizen.Coping @propcazhpm.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
People advocating for Yes on 3 are speculating and it's powerful to show how it can play out. They are suggesting that it will get the state further left with more diverse representation when it WILL get us a Newsome or worse. Conservatives and further right would love this. It's a Trojan horse.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
Yesterday was Constitution Day! Take a stand against corporate and government surveillance by writing to your state legislators in support of strong data privacy legislation. actionnetwork.org/letters/data...
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Get These Bills Over the Finish Line
The formal legislative session for the MA State House is ending soon: Friday, July 31. Both the MA House and MA Senate have passed important bills to protect our immigrant communities and strengthen...
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Marlene @mpersisting.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
I need you all to pay attention to Jonathan if you live in Massachusetts. Vote NO on Ballot Question 3 in November. One of the most important things you can do in this election cycle. Even in this blue state, we have our battles, and this is one of them.
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Purely Speculative @joleigh.bsky.social · 13/09/2026
As a progressive in California, I can assure the voters in Massachusetts that they want nothing to do with jungle primaries. #NoOn3
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North Shore Progressives @nsprogressives.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
We need to educate fellow progressives who are enamored with #AllPartyPrimaries about why they are so dangerous. Watch this fantastic video from @jonathancohn.bsky.social. 💡 Hot tip: any campaign bankrolled by private equity firms is NEVER good for democracy. #NoOn3 #MaPoli
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Ruth @duckduckf.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
Great summary of why Massachusetts ballot question #3 is bad news. Thanks @jonathancohn.bsky.social ! #mapoli #NoOn3
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HoofbeatsEqualZebra @knockknockzebra.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
(Question 3 is about “jungle” primaries.)
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 12/09/2026
When it comes to ballot questions, follow the money. The funding for Question 3 isn’t coming from democracy advocates. It’s coming from private equity execs and venture capitalists who bankroll education privatization, conservative Dems, and Republicans across the country. #NoOn3
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
Happy Labor Day!
Legislate every day like it's Labor Day
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 07/09/2026
We are excited about the victories from endorsed candidates last Tuesday, but not all of our endorsed candidates won. To our endorsed candidates who didn't win: We are still proud of all the work you put into the campaign, and we are excited to see what you do next.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
A big win for our chapters in the district! www.bostonglobe.com/2026/09/04/n...
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Yu who? Meet the progressive who pulled off a Boston-area upset - The Boston Globe
For those following Tuesday’s down-ballot races, Persis Yu’s primary upset of state Senator Mike Rush came out of left field.
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Progressive Mass @progressivemass.bsky.social · 04/09/2026
Ed Markey ran an unabashedly progressive re-election campaign and won big. www.bostonglobe.com/2026/09/03/m...
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Ed Markey did more than defend his Senate seat: What his primary win says about progressive Democrats’ path forward - The Boston Globe
Senator Ed Markey's primary win reflects Democratic voters’ shift to the left and sets up what could be another presidential primary cycle in which progressive candidates gain significant traction.
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