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What we need in a Governor

June 1, 2018 By gracecross

As we go into the Democratic State Convention this weekend, I couldn’t hold back from sharing my thoughts with those who are interested. As our Federal government continues to dismantle rights that I know in my lifetime I never thought … [Read more...]

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Mass Senate to Vote Whether to Sanctify Illegal, Racially-Biased Foreclosures

September 16, 2015 By gracecross

Massachusetts ranks 50th in the homeownership gap in homeownership between whites and the rest of us. Our Senate is considering a vote to worsen the situation! Even when an alternative bill would help fix it! When it comes to the … [Read more...]

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Government not Charity

April 7, 2013 By gracecross

If you want a revenue increase, stop talking about Government as if it’s there to provide charity. We’re all talking about the importance of taxation, especially fairer taxation: whether it’s the Governor’s proposal to increase the … [Read more...]

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Key cautions while we await the signature count

May 10, 2010 By gracecross

I expect those who think they know what is important about being a candidate to be judgmental. I am sharing the following anyway, knowing that some of you know why my perspective is important: The issue for all Democratic candidates this … [Read more...]

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Grace Ross: Real Healthcare Action

March 11, 2010 By gracecross

I specifically asked legislators to file three pieces of cost-plus-quality control legislation - including a state public option for residents and small businesses first filed in 2007. I also worked on legislation to cap non-medical uses of … [Read more...]

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Exploring Grace Ross for Governor

January 23, 2010 By gracecross

The anger on the ground is real. The fear is real. The sense of betrayal of promises made is palpable. We must provide a practical, real alternative to the lesson people will otherwise learn: that we are no longer participants in our own … [Read more...]

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Grace Ross: You Must Vote Tuesday

January 17, 2010 By gracecross

First - you must go vote on Tuesday! And if you are unsure/want to register a protest - leave the ballot blank. Blanking your ballot sends a clear message to those who take your vote for granted; you are present and paying attention, AND … [Read more...]

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Getting through this economic mess requires a different trajectory

April 21, 2009 By gracecross

While many economists will tell you this crisis came out of nowhere, economic theory actually could have pointed the way.  A fundamental reality of our economy that economists across the spectrum have repeated in recent months is that … [Read more...]

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OTR: Diana DiZoglio discusses potential retaliation from Mass. Legislature over audit https://www.masspolicyreport.com/2023/04/03/otr-diana-dizoglio-discusses-potential-retaliation-from-mass-legislature-over-audit/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=twitter @masspolicy #MApoli #Massachusetts

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Mass. Conservatives Win Big in Second MassGOP Caucus: Crush Baker 2.0/Establishment Candidate https://www.masspolicyreport.com/2023/04/03/mass-conservatives-win-big-in-second-massgop-caucus-crush-baker-2-0-establishment-candidate/ #Massachusetts #MApoli #bospoli #MassPolicyReport

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A huge pleasure to join @RepDylan as he launched the #Massachusetts Friends of UK Legislative Caucus at the home of the @FCDOPeterAbbott. It was wonderful to talk about how we can collaborate to benefit constituents and deepen long-standing ties! #mapoli

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theaaholcomb Thea Holcomb @theaaholcomb ·
3 Apr

If you're familiar with #mapoli I have questions for you!

My intern is applying for an internship there - obvs I'm thrilled. 😊 What should she know about how the MA legislature is staffed? What other essential knowledge would you pass along?

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Mounting evidence that the citizens of MA are over taxed https://www.masspolicyreport.com/2023/04/03/mounting-evidence-that-the-citizens-of-ma-are-over-taxed/ #Massachusetts #MApoli #bospoli #MassPolicyReport

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erintiernan Erin Tiernan @erintiernan ·
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It's April in #mapoli which means budget season is in full swing. The House will soon pitch a tax relief proposal alongside their 2024 fiscal plan.
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