A Better Future For Our Commonwealth

In this rich, well-educated state, 40% of third graders can't read proficiently. And over one in seven of our children grows up in poverty.

We need to do better. With your support, MassBudget is working hard to provide everyone working on these challenges with high-quality, accessible information on how to improve things -- for our state's people and economy. As demonstrated by MassBudget's research in my recent op-ed with business leader Paul Egerman, investing in people, through education and other essential supports, is the best path to a strong Commonwealth: "What do states with jobs that pay good wages all have in common?...They each have a well-educated workforce."

Improving the minimum wage is also key to a better life for over two hundred thousand Massachusetts children and their families. While our state is much wealthier today than it was 45 years ago, the annual wage for a full-time minimum wage worker has declined 25% -- from about $21,000 a year (adjusted for inflation) to $16,000. MassBudget is the go-to resource for leaders and activists working on this crucial issue.

For our work on these issues, and so much more we hope you can make a contribution today, for a stronger Commonwealth tomorrow.

Thank you and best wishes,

Noah Berger

President

MassBudget provides independent research and analysis of state budget and tax policies--with particular attention to the effects on low- and moderate-income people.

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