Author Archives: DKnu

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Why we do it

Posted on December 7, 2013 by DKnu

We mourn the loss of Nelson Mandela. We are reminded of his words, “Poverty is not an accident. Like slavery and apartheid it is man-made and it can be removed by the actions of human beings.” As President Obama correctly … Continue reading →

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Raise Up Massachusetts Campaign Kick-off!

Posted on September 18, 2013 by DKnu

Join the Fight for Economic Justice in MA! Raise the Minimum Wage Guarantee Earned Sick-Time Leave Newton Petition Launch with Rep. Kay Khan and others 10 am, Saturday September 21st 458 Newtonville Avenue, Newtonville (MAP) The minimum wage in Massachusetts … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Progressive Newton!

Posted on September 12, 2013 by DKnu

Progressive Newton is a chapter of Progressive Massachusetts, a statewide, diverse grassroots organization mobilizing around progressive issues. Our primary mission is to advance Progressive Massachusetts’s state-level program; our current priorities are the three Raise Up Massachusetts campaigns (Paid Family Medical Leave, Fight for $15 minimum wage, and the Fair … Continue reading →

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