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Our Statement Regarding the President’s “Commission on Election Integrity”

Read MASSPIRG's statement on the President's establishment of an "Advisory Commission on Election Integrity."

News Release | MASSPIRG EDUCATION FUND | Democracy

Early Voting Awards

As part of the Election Modernization Coalition MASSPIRG Education Fund presented awards to 201 cities and towns for their early voting efforts. 

Media Hit | Democracy

Real Power Lies in your Vote

Depending on one’s perspective (and not necessarily one’s party affiliation), this remarkable election season has created a bit of discussion over the phrase, "Make America Great Again."

News Release | Election Modernization Coalition | Democracy

Election Modernization Coalition Releases Status Update on Implementation of Early Voting in Massachusetts

The groups noted that a successful implementation of early voting will have a particular impact on those with multiple jobs and minimal resources.

News Release | MASSPIRG | Democracy

Press Statement on Governor Baker’s Veto of Early Voting Appropriation

From our earliest civics classes, we learn that when a bill becomes a law it must be enacted and enforced. This is a basic tenet of government, but it has been compromised by Governor Charlie Baker’s cut to the early voting budget. 

News Release | MASSPIRG | Democracy

Massachusetts Election Modernization Coalition Statement on Early Voting Costs

In response to a Politico Massachusetts article, released yesterday, titled “Cities and towns fret over costs of early voting,” the Massachusetts Election Modernization Coalition has released a statement clarifying our position.

Statement from the Election Modernization Coalition Praising Boston's Early Voting Efforts

Tuesday, June 14, 2016
By | Janet Domenitz
Executive Director

In an election year that promises to have record turnout, access to the polls will be more important than ever. That is why the Election Modernization Coalition is pleased that the City of Boston has released today a citizen’s survey to inform their early voting plan for this fall. 

News Release | MASSPIRG | Democracy

LEGISLATURE PASSES CRITICAL PUBLIC RECORDS REFORM BILL

The Massachusetts House and senate voted unanimously in support of H.4333, a much needed overhaul of the Commonwealth's public records law, which has not been updated since 1973. The bill strengthens state and local government transparency and accountability, and promotes citizen participation.

News Release | MASSPIRG | Democracy

House Passes Critical Public Records Reform Bill

The Massachusetts House voted unanimously in support of H.4333, a much needed overhaul of the Commonwealth's public records law, which has not been updated since 1973. The bill strengthens state and local government transparency and accountability, and promotes citizen participation.

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