Election Day is just a day away, and Massachusetts voters are gearing up to decide on some big questions that could shake up public policy. Picture this: Matt Damon is ready to say “how do you like them apples” to the 10th-grade MCAS exam by supporting a measure to axe it as a graduation requirement. Meanwhile, Eliza Dushku Palandjian is all about going on a legal psychedelic trip—strictly for therapeutic purposes, of course. Proponents are buzzing about the mental health benefits, while skeptics are clutching their pearls over potential risks. Palandjian insists it’s all about safe, regulated access.
MassLive is your go-to source for all things election-related, offering a Voters Guide and up-to-the-minute updates on key races. Speaking of votes, early birds have already chirped in with 1.63 million ballots, which is 31.7% of voters. That’s a bit less than the 2020 turnout, where 41.7% mailed it in and 23.1% voted early.
In other news, Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn is throwing shade at a property tax plan, while U.S. Rep. Lori Trahan is dishing out $144 million in federal heating aid for over 100,000 families, just in time for the Eversource gas price rollercoaster. And if you’ve got burning questions for State Sen. Joanne Comerford, you can catch her online office hours on Nov. 15 and Dec. 6.
So, whether you’re voting to ditch exams, trip responsibly, or just want to stay warm this winter, it’s all happening in the commonwealth!
Published Date: 2024-11-04