How Western Mass Can (and Will) Get More Rail Service Comes into Focus… — Western Mass Politics & Insight The clarity Slesinger offered on the future of passenger rail in Western Mass more generally may have been more significant.

The path to the start of additional service between Boston and Springfield came into focus at a recent @massdot.bsky.social board of directors meeting--as did the way the region could see even more service. #mapoli wmasspi.com/2026/03/how-...

Analysis: Party in the 11th Hampden…Like It's an Open Seat…? — Western Mass Politics & Insight From the moment educator Johnnie McKnight came less than 250 votes of unseating 11th Hampden State Rep Bud Williams in 2025, it seemed highly like he would try again. Indeed, last December, he announc...

State Rep Bud Williams of the #11thHampden district does not appear to be retiring. Yet, he has attracted a significant number of challengers. There may be many reasons why, but there are rumors, too. #mapoli wmasspi.com/2026/04/anal...

Stop Citizens Bank From Financing Private ICE Prisons · Mobilize NOTE: on Friday 4/17 the standout is 4-5 p.m. so we can join JFK students who will be marching to the bank after school! If you want to march that day as well, sign up at https://mobilize.us/s/T73ASk ...

TOMORROW!
Stop Citizens Bank From Financing Private #ICEPrisons

Fri, April 3 from 12-1pm
228 King St, Northampton 01060

Tell Citizens Bank: financing private prison & immigration detention facility operators The GEO Group & CoreCivic is bad for business.

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Prosecutors regularly cling to unreliable evidence & disproven junk science to send innocent people back to prison. Under DA Hayden, @scdaonews.bsky.social tried with Raymond Gaines & is trying again with Stephen Pina. Hayden lied on TV that he'd follow what the judge decided, then appealed. #mapoli

...this mf wrote "masspoli" #mapoli

Thank Your Rep for Voting Yes on the PROTECT Act! In mid-April, the Massachusetts House of Representatives will release its proposed annual budget for FY27, for debate and passage later in the month. Right now, state representatives are making their ...

I just wrote a @theactionnetwork.bsky.social letter: Your State Representative Needs to Hear from You - Support Immigrant Protections in the Annual State Budget!. Write one here: actionnetwork.org/letters/fy27...

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Leibowitz for First Barnstable Leadership and courage to stand for Democratic values. Steven Leibowitz has the experience to make a difference.

The latest campaign newsletter is out! Come join the campaign that is focused on Democratic values and making government work better for all. #mapoli mailchi.mp/27c28247d63c...

Action Alert – Support Immigrant Protections in the Annual State Budget! - MIRA Coalition Take action now - your representatives need to hear from YOU

Action Alert – Support Immigrant Protections in the Annual State Budget! #ImmigrantsMakeAmericaGreat

Take a minute and send a message to your state Representative using the link below. #mapoli @in-slwm.bsky.social @edc01027.bsky.social

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Hey #mapoli you better not do this shit.

Not that I *really* expect you to, but at this point I feel justified in my wariness. Too many Dems content to throw vulnerable folks under the bus even when they aren't actively calling for their deaths.

That also means: fight any fed attempts to do this.

We hope the SJC sides with the people. #mapoli

Washington, DC - In response to reports that President Trump fired Attorney General Pam Bondi, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) released the following statement: “Under Attorney General Pam Bondi, the Department of Justice became a cesspool of corruption. Bondi will be remembered for blocking the release of the Epstein files, weaponizing the DOJ to go after Trump’s political opponents, and handing out merger approvals as political favors. Good riddance.”

INBOX: @warren.senate.gov responds to firing of US Attorney General Pam Bondi. #mapoli

Trying a different aesthetic from the typical campaign videos. Since my background is in policy and academia, I feel most comfortable talking about charts and data. I also think there's a lack of that for state-level policy. Let me know what you think as we hone in on some best practices #mapoli

...on this legislation from its inception. Progress is not possible without partnership.

On May 5th, we’ll be celebrating the one year anniversary of eviction record sealing! Mark your calendars and stay tuned for details.

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The Radicalization of Calla Walsh By Jay Solomon

I’d like to point out that I was villainized for harmlessly mocking the @bostondsa.org when Calla Walsh was a big part of the organization. Now, she is a far-left terrorist. 😆 I’m sure the Boston DSA will block me on Bluesky (in addition to Twitter) for this one, but I couldn’t help myself! #mapoli

Amid Trump attacks, Boston nonprofits’ payments to city remained flat - The Boston Globe The city is under pressure to push tax-exempt institutions to pony up more for city services as it faces a stiff budget crunch.

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#Boston, we are not talking enough about the giant hole in the 2026 #bospoli budget and how short #PILOT funds AND biz taxes are.

Baby, church food pantries cannot cover this shortfall. #mapoli blocking options is harming us www.bostonglobe.com/2026/04/02/m...

Happy Passover to all who celebrate. May the spring bring new inspiration and energy. Chag Sameach! #MAPoli #MALeg

Did you hear🦻that we're on #Facebook? Follow, Like, Share!

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www.mass.gov/doc/adasection-504-polic... and 852 others were updated on April 01, 2026.

See all updates: github.com/JonGerhardson/massgovupd... #mapoli

Another Federal Funding Fumble: Boston Loses $8.15 Million for Safety Project At Deadly Fenway Intersection - Streetsblog Massachusetts A city official acknowledges that the area is "a high threat" to pedestrian safety, but after 6 years of design work, the city still doesn't have a shovel-ready plan.

Another Federal Funding Fumble for @mayorwu.boston.gov's administration: Boston Loses $8.15 Million for Safety Project At Deadly Fenway Intersection
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On #WorldAutismDay we encourage understanding, embrace neurodiversity & promote acceptance. Together we can continue to work toward a more inclusive & supportive Commonwealth. #mapoli

Transit Triumph: Hull Secures Major MBTA Bus Expansion and Finalizes Town Meeting Warrant HULL — March 25, 2026 — The Hull Select Board paved the way for a more connected peninsula this week, approving a transformative one-year pilot program that will double MBTA bus service in town.

Transit Triumph: Hull Secures Major MBTA Bus Expansion and Finalizes Town Meeting Warrant #mapoli #southshore

Duxbury Awards $6.6 Million Bus Contract; Reviews $1.8M in Alden School Repairs DUXBURY - March 25, 2026 - The Duxbury School Committee finalized a major three-year transportation agreement with First Student Inc.

Duxbury Awards $6.6 Million Bus Contract; Reviews $1.8M in Alden School Repairs #mapoli #southshore

WHRSD Interim Superintendent Contract Approved Amid Debate Over Policy-Making Authority WHITMAN — March 25, 2026 — The Whitman-Hanson Regional School Committee formalized the leadership of Dr.

WHRSD Interim Superintendent Contract Approved Amid Debate Over Policy-Making Authority #mapoli #southshore

Wishing a meaningful & peaceful Passover to all those celebrating across Massachusetts and beyond. #mapoli

Chag Sameach to all of our neighbors celebrating! May this Passover bring you peace, prosperity, and happiness.

#mapoli #bospoli

Massachusetts Forward Party Releases Results of Ballot Question Priority Poll The Massachusetts Forward Party has released the results of a survey of its supporters ranking which ballot questions the organization should prioritize most ahead of the 2026 general election. The Ma...

The Massachusetts Forward Party has released the results of a survey of its supporters ranking which ballot questions the organization should prioritize most ahead of the 2026 general election. #mapoli

Approachable. Visionary. Brilliant.
#somerville #mapoli #somerpoli

MassTrac infographic contrasting legislative data vs. legislative intelligence for Massachusetts government relations professionals.

Legislative data tells you what happened. Legislative intelligence tells you what to do about it.

For anyone tracking #Massachusetts legislation, that difference is everything.

We wrote about it. Read the full breakdown on the InstaTrac blog: conta.cc/4uZQfVl

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Jayden Hernandez from More Than Words: "When you give a young person access to guidance, mentorship, and real support, you don't just change their path. You change their entire future." #mapoli