There's so much at stake for our country in November. Our Revolution has endorsed candidates and ballot measures up and down the ballot in almost every state, and in many cases they are facing fierce competition from powerful establishment and corporate interests. Now is the time to stand together on these important fights!
We've endorsed a ballot initiative and candidates in Massachusetts. While you may not be able to vote for all the priorities endorsed by Our Revolution, it's important for you to know that we're working to make Massachusetts more progressive.
This starts with you committing to vote in the election. Early voting is already underway in Massachusetts, and you can vote early until November 4. Otherwise you can vote on Election Day on Tuesday, November 8.
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Our Revolution endorsements in Massachusetts:
No on Measure 2 - Charter School Expansion
Under Massachusetts' current funding structure, Measure 2 for Charter School Expansion would siphon money away from traditional public schools, including schools in low-income communities. As Sen. Elizabeth Warren said when she spoke out against Measure 2, education must be about providing for all of our children, not leaving many behind. Please vote No on Measure 2.
Pat Jehlen for State Senate, District 2
Pat is a former high school social studies teacher, she served on the Somerville School Committee, and was first elected as a State Representative and then in 2005 became a State Senator. Her legislative victories are reflective of the community she represents, ranging from reforming child labor laws to extending hospice care at MassHealth Basic and Essentials. She also fought for investment in breast cancer early detection and championed the Wrongful Convictions bill which allows people who have been incarcerated but later proven not guilty to receive compensation. Sen. Jehlen is a seasoned legislator who is dedicated to bettering her community.
Mike Connolly for State Representative, District 26
Mike has experienced first hand both the necessity for a strong social safety net and the opportunities provided by a a quality, affordable education. His platform includes fighting for a $15/hr minimum wage, criminal justice reform, universal healthcare, repealing Citizens United and putting a price on carbon.
Mary Keefe for State Representative, District 15
Mary Keefe has long fought on issues that most concern working families, immigrants, business leaders, churches and institutions within the Piedmont area. Mary is a devoted community organizer, and would bring that experience to the state house. She is a fierce advocate for public schools, improving the opportunities within the inner cities, and working directly with the residents of Massachusetts to ensure that they have the resources they need.
James Eldridge for State Senate, Massachusetts Middlesex and Worcester District
Sen. Eldridge is known for his leadership and independence on behalf of his constituents, proudly serving since 2003. He has focused his energies in the House and in the Senate on enhancing public education, stimulating the economy, promoting campaign and ethics reform, protecting the environment, improving public safety, expanding access to health care, and improving public transportation.
This is Our Revolution, and we will only bring about the change we need in our country if all of us are deeply involved. That's why today we're asking you to commit to vote in this election.
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It’s going to take a movement united if we’re going to build the progressive, compassionate and equitable country we so believe in. We look forward to continuing this important work with you.
In solidarity,
The Team at Our Revolution
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