Government as the agent of change. Massachusetts Democrats must become the party that doesn’t just talk about what we stand for but that makes government take action and accomplish works that benefit the public and all communities throughout the state.
The people of Massachusetts voted to legalize the recreational use of marijuana but we have yet to decide how this would be best implemented. This dramatic change in law and social policy creates a unique opportunity for us to design,
Bring American troops home now. Recall the US Armed Forces back home to fulfill the primary mission- to protect the nation, its people and its land. According to the Department of Defense website: “The mission of the Department of Defense
Our goal is to prevent illness and disease by adopting healthy life habits. Important elements include good nutrition, regular exercise, reducing stress, avoiding substance abuse and addiction, practicing mindfulness and joyfulness and access to effective health care that includes medical,
Humans are social creatures and thrive best when integrated into cooperative and supportive communities. Ingredients necessary to restore and maintain healthy communities: public infrastructure: transportation systems parks, recreation centers and open spaces schools and libraries senior and community centers performance
Everyone in the community is part of the team. The team is only as strong as its weakest member. It benefits everyone (the whole) when each member (part) feels productive, valued and appreciated. It benefits everyone when all members of
If trauma is an injury to the mind, to the spirit and the soul, then to heal, we must protect ourselves from new injuries. Think of trauma as causing inflammation in your mind, like an injury does to your knee. If
Talk about communities, essential services, military, safe neighborhoods, infrastructure.
Education for children and youth should be exceptional. Let’s redefine what makes a person smart. Childhood education should be much more than memorizing facts and drilling skills to excel at some standardized test. De-emphasize testing and college and refocus educational