Tag Archives: minimum wage

Why we do it

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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Newton travels to Boston on Primary Day (9/24)

There are over 700 precincts in Boston and this Tuesday, September 24, we are expecting many thousands of people going to the polls to vote. This is a great opportunity to get signatures on the minimum wage and earned sick-time … Continue reading

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Raise Up Massachusetts Campaign Kick-off!

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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