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Jul 12, 2018
Jul 12, 2018
Massachusetts House unanimously supports opioid addiction prevention and treatment bill
Passing the opioid bill sends a clear message that addiction is a public health concern, not a criminal justice issue.
Issue Areas:
Criminal Law Reform
Jul 10, 2018
Jul 10, 2018
Statement on nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to U.S. Supreme Court
Kavanaugh could be the vote Trump needs on the Court to undermine civil liberties and civil rights for decades
Issue Areas:
Reproductive Freedom
Jul 02, 2018
Jul 02, 2018
Massachusetts Supreme Court decision allows voter disenfranchisement to continue
The decision is a blow, not just to Massachusetts voters, but to the democratic process.
Issue Areas:
Voting Rights
Jun 28, 2018
Jun 28, 2018
A victory for economic and gender equality in Massachusetts
Governor Baker signed Paid Family and Medical Leave into law.
Jun 22, 2018
Jun 22, 2018
U.S. Supreme Court issues groundbreaking victory for privacy rights
The Supreme Court told police they need a warrant to get your cell phone location history.
Issue Areas:
Privacy and Surveillance
Jun 14, 2018
Jun 14, 2018
Medford Police policy encourages immigrant residents to come forward without fear
A new Medford Police Department policy is designed to build greater trust between the city and immigrants in the community.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
Jun 12, 2018
Jun 12, 2018
Supreme Court decision underscores importance of state voting protections
After this decision, the fight for voting rights remains as critical as ever.
Issue Areas:
Voting Rights
Jun 04, 2018
Jun 04, 2018
Supreme Court upholds basic principles of nondiscrimination
America is stronger because of our commitments to both equality and religious freedom.
Issue Areas:
LGBTQ Rights
May 24, 2018
May 24, 2018
Senate approved budget amendment to protect our immigrant neighbors
It’s time for Massachusetts to ensure we are not complicit in the Trump’s deportation agenda.
Issue Areas:
Immigrants' Rights
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