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SUMMARY:FreeHer 2025 Campaign Kickoff
DESCRIPTION:FreeHer 2025 Campaign Kickoff \nMonday\, January 27 @ 6 pm  \nThe kickoff will feature Families for Justice as Healing’s legislative partners Senator Comerford and Representative Tyler\, our organizational partners Jane Doe Inc. and T’ruah: The Rabbinic Call for Human rights\, FJaH members recently released from MCI-Framingham\, and FJaH’s Shifters leading Reimagining Communities work on the ground. Sign up for the kickoff event here.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/freeher-2025-campaign-kickoff/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Progressive Needham Social
DESCRIPTION:Progressive Needham Social\nSunday\, January 26th at 4 pm to kick off the new 2025-26 legislative session with pizza and drinks.  The focus will be on socializing with a dose of current policy initiatives involving affordable housing\, reproductive healthcare\, climate\, immigration and more.  Have a social justice issue you are working on?  Come and tell us about it!  We will supply the pizza\, soft drinks and beer.  Bring a salad or dessert if you like.  We will get together at the home of Andy Wizer and Rob Vecchi (7 Emerson Road).  Drop by or stay for awhile to reconnect with old friends and meet new ones!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/progressive-needham-social/
LOCATION:7 Emerson Road\, Needham\, 7 Emerson Road\, Needham\, MA\, 02492
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250115T190000
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SUMMARY:Beacon Hill 101
DESCRIPTION:Beacon Hill 101\nThe new legislative session in the MA Legislature begins on January 1\, 2025\, and our Legislature can be hard to follow (for a reason). Join us for a refresher on the legislative process in Massachusetts and how YOU can make a difference.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/beacon-hill-101/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241218T113000
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SUMMARY:IndivisibleLAB\, a Progressive Mass Chap. Holiday Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 18 for an informal get-together and invite friends! Share some holiday refreshments and your thoughts on actions we can take together in 2025. \nNow\, more than ever\, it’s important to maintain our connections with each other and not lose sight of the power of our community. Starting in January\, we will resume having Action Hour meetings. \nAs usual\, we will be meeting at an indoor location in Lexington near Route 2. Please RSVP to get location details and parking information. \n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/indivisiblelab-a-progressive-mass-chap-holiday-gathering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241215T150000
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SUMMARY:Progressive Watertown Winter Party
DESCRIPTION:Progressive Watertown Winter Party\nJoin our annual winter party and rejoice in our activist community. \nPotluck. Please bring a savory or sweet. \nDecember 15\, 3 pm\, 18 Winsor Avenue \nRSVP: nicole.n.gardner@gmail.com
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/progressive-watertown-winter-party/
LOCATION:18 Winsor Avenue\, Watertown\, 18 Winsor Avenue\, Watertown\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241213T163000
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SUMMARY:NOT ONE MORE! Action to Defend Our Communities from Deportation and Criminalization!
DESCRIPTION:NOT ONE MORE! Action to Defend Our Communities from Deportation and Criminalization!\nWhen: Friday\, December 13 starting at 3:30pm \nWhere: Rally at JFK Federal Building\, 15 Sudbury Street\, Boston – next to Government Plaza and Bowdoin T stations. \nRSVP:  bit.ly/dec13rally \nIn the wake of Trump’s election\, we’re facing a critical moment where deportation and criminalization policies will ramp up\, putting our community at risk. Though we need to prepare for Trump’s term\, there is so much that current political leaders can be doing. This is our moment to push for policies that go beyond fear and punishment and offer real\, tangible support for immigrants and refugees. This action is a direct call to MA Governor Healey and President Biden before January – we need their action NOW!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/not-one-more-action-to-defend-our-communities-from-deportation-and-criminalization/
LOCATION:JFK Federal Building\, 15 Sudbury Street\, Boston\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T203000
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SUMMARY:What's Next?: A Discussion
DESCRIPTION:What’s Next?: A Discussion\nThis past week has been one of conflicted emotions for most of us: mourning the loss of hope for a more peaceful and just future\, anger and fear at what’s likely to come from the second Trump administration\, and a strengthening of our resolve and determination to keep fighting for a better future for all. \nThrough persistence and shared commitments to building collective power and persistence\, wins are possible.  \nTo get ready for the next four years\, join us next Wednesday\, November 20\, at 7 pm for an open meeting. \nDuring this meeting\, you will \n\nConnect with other activists across the state\nLearn some more about Progressive Mass\nHear from issue advocates about the key fights in the next legislative session to protect Massachusetts from the Trump Administration\nLearn how you can take action\nGet energized\n\nAs we said last week: \nWhen Donald Trump and his right-wing allies in Congress try to enact an agenda of hate and greed\, we need to be ready to fight back\, and we need our elected officials in Massachusetts to be willing to do so as well. \nBut the next few years are not just about blocking a harmful federal agenda. They are about advancing a progressive agenda here. We need to model what a successful alternative looks like: a government committed to reducing inequality\, empowering workers\, protecting the rights of all\, fostering inclusion\, tackling the climate crisis\, investing in our schools and infrastructure\, tackling the high cost of living\, and so much more. \nWhen we build an equitable\, just\, democratic\, and sustainable commonwealth\, we not only improve the quality of life here at home but also set the bar for other states and the country as a whole. We show that progressive policies exist and that they work.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/whats-next-a-discussion/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241117T120000
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SUMMARY:Neighbors Against Hate
DESCRIPTION:Neighbors Against Hate\nWhen prominent elected officials try to scapegoat marginalized communities\, we need to speak out. \nPlease join us and other groups tomorrow in a celebration of the trans and queer community on the North Shore. This is a time where we need local leaders to reaffirm their commitment to the LGBTQ+ community. \nThe rally will gather between 21 Front Street and Washington Street at 12 pm tomorrow — Sunday\, the 17th.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/neighbors-against-hate/
LOCATION:32 Derby Square\, Salem\, MA\, 32 Derby Square\, Salem\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T203000
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SUMMARY:10/24: Progressive Mass "Vote Yes" Phone Bank
DESCRIPTION:10/24: Progressive Mass “Vote Yes” Phone Bank\nJoin fellow activists to call voters in support of a YES on all five ballot questions. No past phone banking experience necessary!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/10-24-progressive-mass-vote-yes-phone-bank/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241028T203000
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UID:10696-1730142000-1730147400@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:10/28: Progressive Mass "Vote Yes" Phone Bank
DESCRIPTION:10/28: Progressive Mass “Vote Yes” Phone Bank\nJoin fellow activists to call voters in support of a YES on all five ballot questions. No past phone banking experience necessary!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/10-28-progressive-mass-vote-yes-phone-bank/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241027T170000
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SUMMARY:Behind Closed Doors
DESCRIPTION:WHAT’S WRONG WITH OUR STATE LEGISLATURE \nA FREE PUBLIC FORUM with JON HECHT & DANIELLE ALLEN \nJoin us to learn why our State Legislature passes so few bills\, how to address the lack of transparency at the MA State House\, and how to advocate for change. \nJon Hecht is on the leadership team of Progressive Democrats of Massachusetts and is on the steering committee of the Coalition to Reform Our Legislature. He served as state representative for Watertown from 2009-2021. \nDanielle Allen is James Bryant Conant University Professor at Harvard University and Director of the Allen Lab for Democracy Renovation at Harvard Kennedy School’s Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation. \nThis forum is sponsored by Progressive Watertown\, a chapter of Progressive Massachusetts.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/behind-closed-doors/
LOCATION:Coolidge School Apartments Auditorium\, 319 Arlington Street\, Watertown\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241022T180000
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CREATED:20241011T181249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241011T181249Z
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SUMMARY:Indivisible LAB Community Happy Hour
DESCRIPTION:In this final sprint to Election Day\, we need to keep our spirits up. Social events provide a way to connect with others\, build community\, and have fun! \nOn Tuesday October 22\, we’ll be hosting a Community Happy Hour at Burton’s Grill in Burlington. This event is just social – no postcards or presentations. Thanks to Indivisible National\, IndivisibleLAB will supply the appetizers / small plates. Attendees will be responsible for their own drinks. Mark your calendars and RVSP here! \n 
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/indivisible-lab-community-happy-hour/
LOCATION:Burton’s Bar and Grill\, Burlington\, MA\, 01803
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T210000
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UID:10514-1729191600-1729198800@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Short Film Viewing & Discussion: Deciding Vote
DESCRIPTION:Over 50 years ago\, New York State Assemblyman George Michaels cast a single vote that changed the course of American history and destroyed his political career. The documentary short film “Deciding Vote” tells the story of how Michaels cast the critical tie-breaking vote on a bill which legalized abortion in the state of New York\, laying the groundwork for Roe v. Wade. The film is a moving tribute to an act of political courage. It was short-listed for an Oscar in 2023 and has been nominated for an Emmy in 2024. \nIn addition to the film\, the event will include several speakers\, including filmmaker Rob Lyons\, film participant (and daughter-in-law of George Michaels) Sarah Michaels\, Jesse Mermell\, Carrie Baker\, JD\, PhD\, and individuals working as patient escorts at Planned Parenthood clinics. \nThe event is free to attend. Light refreshments will be served\, and there will be a cash bar. \nThis event is co-sponsored by Progressive Mass Western Norfolk County\, the Middlesex-Norfolk-Worcester Democratic Alliance\, and the Democratic Town Committees from Bellingham\, Franklin\, Medfield\, Medway\, Milford\, Norfolk\, Plainville\, Sherborn\, and Wrentham.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/short-film-viewing-discussion-deciding-vote/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241010T200000
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CREATED:20241004T152240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T152753Z
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SUMMARY:Film Viewing & Discussion: Stewart Udall: The Politics of Beauty
DESCRIPTION:Environmental Justice film screening October 10 \nThe film “Stewart Udall and the Politics of Beauty.” tells the inspiring story of Stewart L. Udall (1920-2010) and his legacy as an advocate of social and environmental justice.  No American political figure is as relevant to the issues we face today as a nation – learning to work together\, achieving racial and environmental justice\, improving international relations\, enhancing beauty and the arts\, alleviating climate change and moving toward sustainability – as Stewart Udall\, Secretary of the Interior under Presidents Kennedy and Johnson. \nUdall was a pioneer in environmentalism; he was the first public official to speak out about global warming.  He worked collaboratively with native communities and fought to win compensation for Navajo Indians and “downwinders” who got cancer from their exposure to radiation during the Cold War without being warned of the dangers. Today\, in our now deeply partisan environment\, the film reveals a time when Americans were not yet so polarized\, when big ideas could still capture bipartisan attention\, and when America awakened to the unfolding destruction of paradise and determined to stop it. \nRace Reels\, Progressive Watertown and Watertown Faces Climate Change are proud to be sponsoring this film in this season of celebrating Indigenous people and contemplating our national election.  Join us at the Watertown Library on Thursday\, October 10 for pizza at 6\, film at 6:30 followed by discussion with Britteny Jenkins\, Vice President of Environmental Justice at the Conservation Law Foundation. \nFree to the Public. Sponsored by Race Reels\, Progressive Watertown\, and Watertown Faces Climate Change.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/film-viewing-discussion-stewart-udall-the-politics-of-beauty/
LOCATION:Watertown Public Library\, 123 Main Street\, Watertown\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T190000
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CREATED:20240921T024801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T024801Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Power Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Parent Power Workshop\nMEJA\, BEJA\, and LEJA are hosting a Parent Power Workshop on Tuesday\, October 9\, via Zoom. Massachusetts public school parents/caregivers will come together to learn about parent power\, local schools and districts\, and how to advocate for their student and school community around the issues that impact them.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/parent-power-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000
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CREATED:20240923T175738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T175738Z
UID:10654-1727179200-1727182800@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Standing in Solidarity with the Haitian Community
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URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/standing-in-solidarity-with-the-haitian-community/
LOCATION:139 Tremont St\, Boston\, MA (The Embrace monument)
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240921T025012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240921T025012Z
UID:10643-1727179200-1727182800@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Join Mass Power Forward to Tell Gov. Healey Not to Kick the Climate Can Down the Road!
DESCRIPTION:Join Mass Power Forward to Tell Gov. Healey Not to Kick the Climate Can Down the Road!\nJoin Mass Power Forward at the State House to call on Governor Healey to not kick the climate can down the road. We must stop expanding the for-profit gas utility system\, and right now Governor Healey is proposing a flimsy climate bill with no plan for ending the expansion. \n\nWHAT: Press Conference and Action\nWHERE: Meet at Nurse’s Hall\, 2nd Floor of the Boston Statehouse\nWHO: You and your friends\nWHEN: Tuesday\, Sept. 24th at 12pm\nRSVP Here
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/join-mass-power-forward-to-tell-gov-healey-not-to-kick-the-climate-can-down-the-road/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240914T012506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240914T012527Z
UID:10631-1726599600-1726599600@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:2024 Ballot Questions Forum with JP Progressives
DESCRIPTION:2024 Ballot Questions Forum with JP Progressives\n\n\n\n\nJoin JPP on Tuesday\, September 17 at 7pm for an in-person forum on this cycle’s ballot questions. We have confirmed speakers from the Massachusetts Teachers Association\, SEIU 32BJ\, and One Fair Wage\, as well as MA State Auditor Diana DiZoglio! \nThe event will take place at the First Baptist Church at 633 Centre Street.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/2024-ballot-questions-forum-with-jp-progressives/
LOCATION:First Baptist Church\, 633 Centre Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02130\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240914T180000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240909T203136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240909T203710Z
UID:10613-1726329600-1726336800@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:IndivisibleLAB September Social
DESCRIPTION:Hope to see you at our September Social co-hosted with our partners\, the Preserving Our Democracy Team at First Parish in Lexington! \nJoin friends and allies from Lexington and surrounding towns to enjoy some delicious pizza\, find out what people have been doing over the summer\, and share plans for what promises to be a very busy fall. \nDrop in for a quick slice or stay for an hour or two to catch up with fellow activists. Feel free to share this invitation with your friends! \nRSVP here: https://www.mobilize.us/indivisiblelab/event/687451/
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/indivisiblelab-september-social/
LOCATION:First Parish in Lexington\, 7 Harrington Rd\, Lexington
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240912T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240827T221457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240827T221457Z
UID:10578-1726167600-1726173000@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:2024 Ballot Question Info Session
DESCRIPTION:2024 Ballot Question Info Session\n\nMassachusetts voters will see at least five questions on the November ballot: \n\nQuestion #1: Auditing the State Legislature\nQuestion #2: Eliminating the use of the MCAS as a high school graduation requirement\nQuestion #3: Enabling Uber and Lyft drivers to unionize\nQuestion #4: Legalizing psychdelics\nQuestion #5: Ending subminimum wages for tipped workers\n\nJoin us on Thursday\, September 12\, to learn more about the five questions and what they would do.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/2024-ballot-question-info-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240905T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240819T154434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T154434Z
UID:10562-1725562800-1725568200@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:The Steward Crisis and the Future of Health Care in Massachusetts
DESCRIPTION:The Steward Crisis and the Future of Health Care in Massachusetts\nThe ongoing collapse of the Steward Health Care system came as a shock to many\, with workers and patients stuck in limbo. However\, this crisis is the culmination of longstanding forces and trends in the health care system in Massachusetts\, in which financial extraction has increasingly taken precedence over the provision of care. \nHow did we get here\, and\, just as importantly\, how do we chart a path out? \nModerator: Enid Eckstein\, JP Progressives\n\nPanelists: \nPaul Hattis\, Senior Fellow\, Lown Institute\nKatie Murphy\, President\, Massachusetts Nurses Association\nAlan Sager\, Professor\, BU School of Public Health\, Director of Health Reform Program\nBill Walczak\, Founder\, Codman Square Health Center\, 42-year health care exec\, Dorchester activist\nCo-sponsored by Mass-Care
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/the-steward-crisis-and-the-future-of-health-care-in-massachusetts/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240814T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240806T203649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240806T203649Z
UID:10506-1723647600-1723651200@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Yes on 5 Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:YES on 5 Coalition Meeting\nJoin to learn ways to get involved with the Yes on 5 campaign this fall. Question 5 would ensure that all tipped workers get a full minimum wage.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/yes-on-5-coalition-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240716T153905Z
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UID:10367-1723575600-1723581000@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Candidate Forum: 13th Norfolk District
DESCRIPTION:Candidate Forum: 13th Norfolk District\nThis event will be on Zoom. Please contact Becca Kornet (becca_kornet@yahoo.com).
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/candidate-forum-13th-norfolk-district/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240812T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240802T202222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240802T202314Z
UID:10438-1723489200-1723494600@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Progressive Mass End-of-Session Legislative Update
DESCRIPTION:Progressive Mass End-of-Session Legislative Update\nThe formal 2023-2024 legislative session ended on July 31st for the Massachusetts State House with some important wins and a lot of unfinished business. At this legislative update\, we’ll discuss the following: \n\nWhat progressive victories should we celebrate?\nWhat legislative failures need to be called out?\nWhat happens next?\n\nThis event will be on Zoom.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/progressive-mass-end-of-session-legislative-update/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240807T203000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240723T145508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240723T150310Z
UID:10396-1723057200-1723062600@www.progressivemass.com
SUMMARY:Candidate Forum: Governor's Council District 2
DESCRIPTION:Progressive Mass Western Norfolk County and area Democratic Town Committees host a forum of candidates in the District 2 Governor’s Council primary: Tamisha Civil\, Muriel Kramer\, and David Reservitz. Held at the Norfolk Public Library.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/governors-council-district-2-candidate-forum/
LOCATION:Norfolk public library\, 2 Liberty Lane\, Norfolk\, MA\, 02056
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SUMMARY:PWRR's annual summer potluck - July 30
DESCRIPTION:PWRR’s annual summer potluck – July 30\nJoin Progressive West Roxbury/Roslindale for their summer potluck.
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/pwrrs-annual-summer-potluck-july-30/
LOCATION:Laura Gang’s house\, Roslindale\, MA\, 02131
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240720T170000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240716T154451Z
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SUMMARY:Solidarity Lowell Summer Barbecue
DESCRIPTION:Solidarity Lowell Summer Barbecue\nSaturday\, July 20\, 12-5pm\nRSVP to: bit.ly/SL-BBQ-2024\nMore info: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/solidarity-lowell-summer-barbe/1502030957405871/ \nIt’s time for the 7th annual Solidarity Lowell Potluck Summer Barbecue! The Coordinating Committee will provide burgers\, hot dogs\, vegetarian burgers and hot dogs\, and rolls. \nPark on both sides of the street. Please leave the spaces at the front of the house open for those with mobility challenges. \nFYI this will happen rain or shine! We’re prepared to move inside the house if it’s too hot or it rains. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/solidarity-lowell-summer-barbecue/
LOCATION:46 Carlisle Street\, Lowell\, 46 Carlisle Street\, Lowell\, MA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240714T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T154319Z
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SUMMARY:Climate Justice Can't Wait! Rally and March on Boston!
DESCRIPTION:Climate Justice Can’t Wait! Rally and March on Boston!\nJoin the MA Youth Climate Coalition and Mass Power Forward coalitions to push for our planet and justice!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/climate-justice-cant-wait-rally-and-march-on-boston/
LOCATION:Boston Common Bandstand\, 139 Tremont Street\, Boston\, MA\, 021111\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240710T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
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SUMMARY:Rally at the State House to #FreeHer
DESCRIPTION:Rally at the State House to #FreeHer\nJoin Families for Justice as Healing for a rally at the State House to Pass the Prison Moratorium and Elder Parole! We’re just weeks away from the end of the session\, so we’re showing up at the State House together to demand the legislature takes immediate action to pass the FreeHer policy priorities. Join us for a speaking program\, rally\, and then we’ll go inside the state house to drop off our petition (tinyurl.com/stopsheriffs) to the Senate President and Speaker of the House. Thank you for joining us in this historic moment!
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/rally-at-the-state-house-to-freeher/
LOCATION:Massachusetts State House
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240623T143000
DTSTAMP:20260423T112552
CREATED:20240604T154217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240604T154549Z
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SUMMARY:Bigger than Dobbs: Concord
DESCRIPTION:June 24th marks two years since the Supreme Court ruling in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization\, which overturned Roe v. Wade and eliminated federal constitutional protections for abortion. As part of National Indivisible’s Weekend of Action\, Concord Indivisible will join other Indivisibles across Massachusetts in hosting a Bigger than Dobbs rally on Sunday\, June 23 at First Parish in Concord from 1:00 to 2:30 — rain or shine. \nWe seek to alert voters to the potential for a nationwide abortion ban and the end to many of our freedoms\, as outlined in the Project 2025 manifesto promoted by the ultra-conservative Heritage Foundation. Abortion is just the “tip of the iceberg\,” and Republicans are trying to “turn back the clock” with antiquated laws like the Comstock Act. Join us in the movement to save our democracy! \nCo-sponsored by Progressive Mass Chapter\, Indivisible LAB (Lexington\, Arlington\, Bedford)
URL:https://www.progressivemass.com/event/bigger-than-dobbs-concord/
LOCATION:First Parish in Concord\, 20 Lexington Rd.\, Concord\, MA
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