Proud Bostonian | Dorchester | Single Mom | Afro-Latina đ©đŽ | Immigrant | Boston City Councilor At-Large | She/Her/Ella | #AllMeansAll #MejiaMovement
Boston, MA
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I am humbled to be your first Afro-Latina immigrant woman councilwoman. This campaign was never about me though, it was always about bringing power to the people. To give voices to those who felt left out. #ItsTime, and our work starts tomorrow.
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Today following the Council Budget vote I received a call from a Latino male questioning my identity because in his mind I was too black for his taste. He didn't understand or appreciate why claiming my black roots and uplifting black lives matters to me. Here what I had to say.
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BPD have been encouraging protesters to leave, yet MBTA has been suspending all forms of transportation this past hour. I had to personally go on two rescue missions to pick up young protesters who were stranded. How are we ensuring that #AllMeansAll make it home safe? #bospoli
Green Line, Orange Line, Red Line: All trains are bypassing Park Street and Downtown Crossing until further notice due to a demonstration in the downtown area.
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Canvassing with @AyannaPressley reminds me of how we are fighting to not just win this Tuesday, but also do the hard work of building black and brown political power in Boston on all levels. #knockyourblock yâall. #bospoli
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We have carried centuries of generational trauma from systemic racism â itâs past time we address these issues & create intentional legislation for #AllMeansAll. Today, #MApoli electeds of color created a 10-Point Plan to Address Police Violence & Advance Racial Justice.
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Regardless of how you feel about the vaccine mandate no one- I repeat NO ONE should use racist tactics to bully @MayorWu. Stop it.
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The day after @AyannaPressley was elected to the House, I was so inspired & motivated to run for that open City Council seat, I announced my candidacy in a press interview.
Now, I have her old City Hall office & am chairing the two committees she sat onâone of which she created.
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This is such an exciting and emotional moment for me and my family. To think that a girl who arrived in this city as an immigrant with her mom and litttle means can one day see herself carried into city hall by the many people who share the same journey as me. #ItsTime
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If you or someone you know is struggling to find housing because your college or university's policies surrounding COVID-19, please don't hesitate to reach out for help. We're currently working to assemble some resources. #bospoli #AllMeansAll
Our office number: 617-635-4217
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Grateful for the leadership and firece urgency of @SenWarren and @RepPressley as they fight to build infrastructure that invests in early childhood education, fuels our economy, supports small businesses & recognizes the value of our return on THIS investment for #allmeansall
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Yoooooo I thought winning by 1 vote after a recount was as crazy as it could get in #bospoli- BUT seeing all these folks jumping into the mayoral race is definitely amusing! FYI- in 2021 I will be fighting to earn your vote to serve as a 2nd term At Large Councilor #allmeansall
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To think that years ago I celebrated becoming a naturalized citizen in the very building that I will be sworn in today as the first Latina immigrant City Councilor in Boston. Thanks to family, friends and all the people of Boston for making this day possible! #Bospoli
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@AyannaPressley speaking nothing but the truth about this election. I need everybody to come out and VOTE this Tuesday! #bospoli #GOTV #mapoli
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ââAt the direction of several members of the MBTAâs Fiscal and Management Control Board, effective today, June 5, the MBTA will no longer provide transportation for non-MBTA law enforcement personnel to or from public demonstrations on MBTA buses,ââ spokesman Joe Pesaturo said.
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.@AyannaPressley is on a mission to lead, and to radically reimagine a new world in which justice for all is more than just an echo of a reality that never was. And she has remained focused on that mission with laser sharp precision since being elected!
essence.com/articles/peoplesâŠ
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Itâs real! Thanks people of Boston for proving that the American Dream can include a once immigrant child becoming elected into goverment office. #mejiamovement #EveryOneCounts #Bospoli
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It is a shame that Massachusetts isn't on this list â we may be a blue state but we are NOT a progressive state. We need to get vaccinations for all school staff, who put their lives on the line every day to teach our kids, as soon as possible. #mapoli #bospoli
28 states plus DC are now allowing teachers to receive Covid-19 vaccines
States where all or some teachers are eligible:
AL, AK, AZ, AR, CA, CO, DE, HI, ID, IL, IA, KS, KY, MD, MI, MN, NE, NV, NY, ND, OH, OR, PA, TN, UT, VA, WV, WY & DC
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I am so overwhelmed by todayâs results. Thank you to all 22,492 people who believed in this #MejiaMovement. Today goes to show that #EveryVoteCounts.
I want to thank my team who have been here from the beginning all the way to todayâs final count. #ItsTime
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Life expectancy in Roxbury is under 60 years. Governor Baker needs to reverse these discriminatory age requirements and prioritize vaccine outreach in Black & Brown neighborhoods. #AllMeansAll #mapoli #bospoli
nbcboston.com/news/coronavirâŠ
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Finally @EdMarkey and I produced our long awaited #Tiktok. He picked the song and @Ruthzee & @maura_healey joined us. Let's go to the polls @FairShareMA, #Yeson4 & Justice is on the ballot. It's time to deliver for #allmeansall thank you @jpprogressives organizing today #GOTV
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Aside from the Mayor's race there are 13 other seats up for grabs!! 4 At Large and 9 local district ones. 2021 is going to be lit!!! Democracy in action!! The time is now to rise up. & FYI- friendly reminder I'm running for re-election and hope to get 1 of your 4 At Large votes.
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Love love love this post!!!! Happy Self Love Day Y'all!!!!
Whether your crown is curls or a baldie. Rock it proudly. Happy Self Love Day Y'all! Cc @juliaforboston
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Proud to have the endorsement of my sister in service
@AyannaPressley. I was inspired to launch my campaign when she won her race in #MA07. I am excited to continue the work she championed
@BOSCityCouncil
#Bospoli
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Today we signed onto an ordinance with @wutrain & @LydiaMEdwards to establish an unarmed community safety response system for nonviolent community calls.
We must implement a more holistic public safety infrastructure integrated with public health! #AllMeansAll #bospoli
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From collecting signatures to get on the ballot to waiting for the final result I am deeply grateful for the opportunity to have shared this amazing journey with @astguillen I look forward to working alongside you to uplift the voices of those we set out to serve. In solidarity.
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I received a voicemail on January 17th that was all too familiar to myself and those in the immigrant community. I will not be intimidated by these words of hate, but rather use this as a way to speak up for others who have received this bullying.
piped.video/NFP7GJEQ6bI
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After 19 months, a global pandemic, racial and civil unrest,we went from being a one vote winner to just 533 votes short of the #1 vote getter.
Incredibly grateful to #allmeansall who worked alongside us to prove that we can disrupt business as usual & the status quo. Let's go!
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Incredibly grateful to @AyannaPressley for last night's fundraiser & for always being in deep community with #allmeansall.
We have been co-conspirators for years since her time on the council-then she was the only one to attend our events even if she wasn't slated to speak.
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Public transit is a public good. If you live in Nubian Square, Three Squares, Mission Hill, East Boston, or Fields Corner, you can apply to a pilot program offering preloaded MBTA passes and Bluebikes passes: boston.gov/departments/transâŠ
NEW: Boston Acting Mayor Kim Janey announces today that 5 neighborhoods in the city will be part of a public transportation pilot: Nubian Square, Three Squares, Mission Hill, East Boston and Fields Corner.
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The 1st woman of color to represent on the Boston City Council went on to become the 1st WOC in Mass to represent us in Congress
.@AyannaPressley also set the stage for me to become the 1st #afrolatina on the Boston City Council. Today we're in the #standinginourpower town hall!
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In the wake of the horrific bills passed in TX & MS, Congress has the opportunity & obligation to ensure full reproductive rights for all. @RepPressley's Womensâ Health Protection Act does just that, securing the right to access abortions free from unnecessary restrictions.
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In case you know anyone looking for a job, Partners in Health is looking to rapidly hire up to 1,000 COVID tracers for the program starting at $25/hr. These jobs allow you to work from home and require a high school diploma or equivalency.
jobs.crelate.com/portal/taleâŠ
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When @AyannaPressley was an At-Large City Councilor she showed up to all of our community events even when she wasn't slated to speak. Since becoming @RepPressley she still shows up. Honored to work alongside her in pursuit of justice, equity & JOY for #AllMeansAll lets get it!!
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My mother has been a food handler for over 20 years and without union representation at 72 is still too poor to retire.
She came to this country to make a better life for her family and this GOTV weekend is dedicated to her & #allmeansall working class struggling to survive.
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I have heard from so many folks who are STILL undecided about their mayoral pick. This race will be hard fought and earned. As someone who only won by one vote, I urge folks to do research, talk to their peers but whatever you do -please don't sit this one out &
be sure to VOTE
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Excited to annouce that last night I learned I was ONE of the 1,214 students accepted to Harvard University!! I will be pursuing a masters in public administration.
I will be joining the 740 students who were accepted via early admission in December.
thecrimson.com/article/2022/âŠ
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Last night my uncle passed. COVID took his life. There will be no funeral, no wake, no family gathering and no way to grieve, provide comfort or closure. For those who don't believe COVID is real- think again! Please know that COVID is NOT the FLU
jhsph.edu/covid-19/articles/âŠ
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On my way to #Chile thanks to @ConMijente I'll be meeting & working with Latinx elected officials across the country to build capacity & upon our collective vision. Looking forward to bringing back the lessons learned. #afrolatina #travelingwithpurpose stay tuned for the journey!
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Let's stop funding cops in schools, and start funding more libraries! #bospoli
"More than 40% of students in Bostonâs public schools donât have a library in their building..." baystatebanner.com/2021/03/1âŠ
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As the 1st Afro-Latina elected to the Boston City Council in 2019 by just ONE vote after a grueling recount I am super excited to see you pursuing your purpose!! I am following and cheering you on. Super inspired!! Best of luck- you got this!!
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Another one bites the dust.... off to the Mayor's race they go.
Don't worry y'all - I'm still 100% committed to my At-Large seat. I love my job!
Only in @DotNews: City councillor Annissa Essaibi George will announce her candidacy for Mayor of Boston tomorrow morning. @DotNews spoke to her today about why she's running. dotnews.com/2021/essaibi-geo⊠#bospoli
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It's time for a #Recount. Who's with me?
Boston has tied the record for biggest 1 day snowfall! 23.6 inches. The storm total is 23.8 but 0.2" fell on 1/28
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Being a single mom- as the sole breadwinner managing a single household income makes me feel double empowered. Single working parents often are overlooked. For those working hard to ensure your kids go further as you juggle to make it happen- I see & appreciate YOU! Keep it up!
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Last year, I fought to reallocate 15% of the BPD budget to fund our COMMUNITIES. We cannot talk about police brutality without addressing the root causes of violence and that includes using our city resources to end poverty. #bospoli
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With my sisters in service @Kim_Janey @wutrain @andreaforboston representing #CaribbeanAmericanHeritageMonth flag raising today!
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It's my birthday and as always I'm sharing it with the world. Happy New Year #allmeansall!!
May 2022 bring you closer to your dreams and further than you could imagine as you pursue your purpose with unlimited passion.
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Getting excited and ready for my swearing in ceremony tomorrow. Iâm here tonight surrounded by my family getting ready for the big day. Feeling humbled to have such a strong #MejiaMovement! #bospoli
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Super excited to see
#thesquad, who are holding it down on the federal level. Iâm grateful that my sister in service,@AyannaPressley has a fierce & fearless group of women fighting alongside her to disrupt the status quo to move #AllmeansAll forward. Let's go to the polls Nov 8!
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Filed this resolution with Councilor @wutrain earlier today to protect free movement & peaceful assembly by keeping stations OPEN during protests. We can't expect people to evacuate & not provide a way out. Communication and Coordination are crucial now more than ever!
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2021 just keeps getting more and more interesting. #bospoli is gonna be lit this election cycle. Buckle up!
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Today we voted NO on the Mayorâs proposed budget because in short, #AllMeansALL.
Our budget is a values statement and our office values the voices of the people. Until we see that reflected in the budget, we cannot in good conscious vote for it. #bospoli
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What a Motherâs Day treat...we finally got my mom to dance with us!!! Enjoy this merengue throw back!!! #tiktokjoy
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Y'all we won by ONE vote!! The Power of ONE can make a difference. Polls are open now until 8pm! If you havenât already, go VOTE & remind your family, friends & neighbors. Check where to vote in person: wheredoivotema.com
Or take your mail-in ballot to the City Hall drop box
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Malcolm X's former home in Roxbury has been added to National Register of Historic Places. Black history is Boston history â history that deserves to be preserved and celebrated. #bospoli
bostonglobe.com/2021/03/05/mâŠ
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I turn 5-0 years young today! I have much to be thankful for, most importantly for my daughter Annalise, my mom and family, and for the many friends Iâve made so far along my journey. I canât wait to take on #2020 knowing I have the support of many people for the challenges ahead
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Boston is lit tonight..everyone take cover. The residue is real. The smoke, the debris, the noise & trauma Hoping your loved ones and furry pets survive. Just curious where is .@MassGovernor haven't heard much from him on #fireworkstrauma come out, come out wherever you are!!
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This #Juneteenth, under the leadership of @Kim_Janey, we delivered a 5 page agenda to @marty_walsh to promote & protect the advancement of Black & Brown lives in our City. This agenda consists of budget, legislative, & executive asks â here are 10 our office wants to uplift:
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FYI I am passionate, opinionated, unapologetic and unfiltered. I ran for office to fulfill my purpose & I do this work because I want to not because I need to. I was hired by the people to represent our issues. I know who put me here and only they can take me out. #AllMeansAll
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Joy is indeed an act of resistance .@AyannaPressley taught me that.
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Thank you @marty_walsh for your call tonight on my victory. Looking forward to being on the city council and working alongside my colleagues to move Boston forward. Looking forward to the transition meeting. #bospoli #mapoli #everyvotecounts
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Happy birthday, @AOC! I am constantly inspired by how you always lead with you heart and listen to the voices and realities of #AllMeansAll. You are a light and an inspiration!!!
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To honor Independence Day, I'm celebrating my Afro-Caribbean Diaspora roots and shouting out for FREEEEEEDOOOM!
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Today I'm overwhelmed with emotion having won by one vote I know how important this election is. Reaffirming I stopped by the office (we've been working remotely) & was pleasantly surprised that our Best of Boston politician award had arrived in the mail. Thank YOU #AllMeansAll
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Let's put a plan in place to support service workers. Not everyone has the luxury of working from home. #sharetheinfo #bostonwegotthis
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As the chair of the Civil Rights Committee, today we introduced a resolution with @RicardoNArroyo in support of federal action condemning police brutality, racial profiling, and the use of excessive and militarized force. #bospoli #AllMeansAll #BlackLivesMatter
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My statement in support of Kendra Hicks @hicks4district6 for Boston District 6 City Councilor in English y en Español.
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I love my job. I take being a PUBLIC servant serious. I go hard for what I believe in, I don't measure my words or calculate every political move. These times require leadership that is heart led and purposeful. If you don't feel the love- then the passion is pure performance!
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Today we PASSED a Resolution Opposing State Receivership For Boston Public Schools. The voices of the people have made it clear that we need to fight back against any threat of receivership. It simply doesnât work & we canât risk doing further damage to our schools. #bospoli
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You and your team should be so proud of the historic campaign you ran. Together we showed how stepping into our power can inspire others to do the same and no longer be left out by the political process. I am humbled to represent you. #ItsTime #AllMeansAll #bospoli
Lastly, I want to congratulate City Councilor-Elect @juliaforboston on running an inspiring campaign and showing us all what we can accomplish when we have the courage to walk in our power. I know you will be an excellent councilor and I am proud to have you represent me. 4/x
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Don't invite us to the table then set terms and conditions.
Don't invite us to the table then give us a seat in the kitchen.
Don't invite us to table then limit us to the kid's menu.
We need #AllMeansAll access and real decision making power. Nothing about us without us is for us
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It's unjust to demonize our educators. Since COVID hit they have worked hard to meet this moment. We need to stop pitting parents against teachers and instead stand in solidarity alongside them, and get our educators vaccines ASAP. #bospoli #mapoli
Strong statement from a Charlie Baker advisor, who slams teachers unions that "continue to demand the Commonwealth take hundreds of thousands of vaccines away from the sickest, oldest and most vulnerable residents in Massachusetts" and divert them to members under 65
ALT Baker advisor: The Baker-Polito Administration is dismayed that despite reasonable efforts to prioritize educator vaccinations, the teachersâ unions continue to demand the Commonwealth take hundreds of thousands of vaccines away from the sickest, oldest and most vulnerable residents in Massachusetts and divert them to the unionsâ members, 95% of which are under age 65. Building an entirely new, exclusive, teacher-only, school by school distribution system would make Massachusettsâ vaccination system slower, less equitable and far more complicated. The Administration implores the unions to do the math: the state only gets 150,000 first doses every week. There are about one million eligible residents comprised of educators, older adults and people with serious health conditions. Diverting hundreds of thousands of vaccines to an exclusive, teacher-only distribution system would deny the most vulnerable and the most disproportionately impacted residents hundreds of thousands of vaccines."
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In celebration of todayâs efforts to stand for bold activist leadership during our budget vote weâre bringing you a lil #tiktokjoy tonight! This is our #fightsong. Power to the people. The people have the power. Now letâs organize. #wegothisboston for #AllmeansALL keep it moving
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Itâs almost SEPTEMBER and we are still debating the fate of students, working families, educators and staff? What are we waiting for?
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We see Somerville, we see Cambridge, we see districts across the country really paying attention to data, and we seem to be really stuck on this âeveryone has to go backâ mentality,â .@juliaforboston said. âWe canât play politics with peopleâs lives.â
bostonherald.com/2020/08/05/âŠ
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For those who refuse to believe racism is ALIVE in Boston- take a listen. People in positions of power across the entire city need to be audited to ensure we don't have down low racists in decision making spaces voting on our quality of life. Especially when they don't value us.
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Today in an unexpected turn of events, I spoke to Mikeâthe unidentified caller from last Friday. Just a week ago, that voicemail was about hate & fear but today our phone call was about reconciliation.
piped.video/watch?v=pwg0WAIgâŠ
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In Boston, young people have had no choice but to step up & be the leaders of today. However, their voice is still excluded from a critical civic action: voting.
That is why we created this Home Rule petition, crafted w/ youth advocates, to lower the municipal voting age to 16.
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#VoteBlueDownBallot .@EdMarkey .@SenMarkey throw your fists up in the air and let your vote erase this despair!!
Come on y'all get out and represent! #GOTV #pullupandvote #ONEVOTE #AllMeansAll
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No matter how you look it- we shouldn't have 4 elections within 6 months during a global pandemic. Putting black/brown, elders, disabled residents and non-English speaking communities at risk is not in the best interest of the people. Our job is to put constituents over politics!
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Hey y'all great news!!! We are on the ballot!! Thank you to all the amazing volunteers and the mighty #mejiamovement for making it happen. We are still collecting signatures this weekend though so be sure to sign if you come across our volunteers! Lots of love to #AllMeansAll
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.@CallaWalsh is definitely a young political operative to watch. Check out her dope interview with @TheYoungJurks show today!
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ââWe want to pass a budget as much as anybody,â Councilor Julia Mejia said in a statement. âBut we need to be sure that if we do pass a budget, it uplifts the voices of those who have been historically underrepresented in our city.ââ #AllMeansAll
bostonherald.com/2020/06/22/âŠ
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