Progressive Massachusetts held our first annual policy conference on March 24, 2013, at Lasell College in Newton. Over 150 progressive activists and experts attended and engaged in lively discussion across a range of issues that impact social, economic, environment and criminal justice. Featuring leading experts on progressive issues in Massachusetts, participants and presenters shared a broad perspective on each subject as well as suggest critical progressive solutions.
We intend our conferences to be the beginning or continuation of action — not the end.
Toward that aim, we are gathering relevant materials here for your referral and use in organizing, so that you can continue to use and build on the resources and information shared on March 24.
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Overview of the Conference
- Executive Director’s Report: A productive and inspiring day!
- Criminal Justice and Reform Panel
- Education Panel
- additional reports forthcoming
SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS:
We are sharing the PowerPoint presentations used at our conference for your reference and use in your efforts in advocacy and education (note: not all speakers used digital presentations). Let’s keep the work going!
Good Government
- Election Reform
- Campaign Finance Reform
Education
- Invest in Quality Public Education
- Leading Education Change – MTA
Jobs and the Economy
- Promoting Economic Development and Shared Prosperity
- Our State Budget: Building a Better Future Together
Criminal Justice and Gun Control
- Criminal Justice in Massachusetts
- Demand Action Campaign to End Gun Violence
Environment
- Energy and Climate Protection in Massachusetts
- Retiring Dirty Coal and Planning for Redevelopment and Transition
