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Join Progressive Newton for a conversation between Newton high school students (Ana Ciric and Melody Moktar) and candidates for Newton’s School Committee (Jim Murphy, Jenna Miara, Bruce Hendison, and Mali Brodt). The event will be held on Tuesday, May 20th … Continue reading →

Join us for our Fall Social Gathering where we will discuss organizing for the November elections and other future activities. Refreshments will be served.

Progressive Newton is a chapter of Progressive Massachusetts, a statewide, diverse grassroots organization mobilizing around progressive issues, and helping to elect and support committed progressive candidates for public office. If you’re a progressive, and you live in Newton, Massachusetts, please join us! We … Continue reading →

Statement on “NewMo” Program Change, from Terry Altherr, Progressive Newton Steering Committee On August 17, Mayor Fuller unexpectedly announced a significant rollback of the Newton in Motion “NewMo” demand-responsive, shared ride service. After previously being opened to virtually anyone for … Continue reading →

Statement on Deferred Revenues by City Councilor Bill Humphrey as Chair of Progressive Newton The long-awaited release of deferred revenues from legal complications represents an opportunity, but Mayor Fuller’s proposed financial plan is not the best or most appropriate use … Continue reading →

Dear Progressive Newton, I hope you are doing well. I am proud to announce our 2023 endorsements for City Council. We reviewed all candidates who sought our endorsement holistically, looking at their past actions and experiences, as well as their … Continue reading →

Dear Progressive Newton, Over the last year, we have grown so much as an organization. From its inception, Progressive Newton was envisioned as a group that promotes progressive values on both the local and state levels. From the Fair Share … Continue reading →