For the T, Equity is the train that got away

The Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
Feb 3, 2022 Policy Center

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The MBTA presented a package of proposed fare reductions to its new governing board late last month. Billed as an effort to increase equity, it’s hard to see how the changes will do anything but prolong and perhaps even amplify current inequities.

MassINC 2022 Policy Priorities

Policy Center Education
Feb 3, 2022 Policy Center Education

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MassINC has worked to promote public policy that creates equitable pathways to opportunity for over 25 years. In the months ahead, we anticipate historic opportunities to continue to advance our mission. Here is a brief snapshot of what you can currently expect from our Policy Center in 2022 across a range of topics.

Gateway Cities are ideal proving ground for free fares

Andre Leroux featured in the Boston Globe

Policy Center
Feb 2, 2022 Policy Center

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Gateway Hubs Project Director Andre Leroux explains why free fare programs work in Gateway Cities in his letter to the editor at Boston Globe.

Event Recap | Choosing Integration

Policy Center Education
Jan 25, 2022 Policy Center Education

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On Jan. 20, 2022, MassINC and Policy for Progress hosted a virtual forum showcasing policy recommendations from their latest report, Choosing Integration.

‘Twas the week before Christmas…

Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
Dec 20, 2021 Policy Center

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MassINC Research Director Ben Forman takes a poetic approach in describing a wish-come-true Gateway Cities vision for the holidays. Click the links while reading through to catch up on previous Gateway Cities Journal editions.

Building Back Better on Main Street

Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
Dec 3, 2021 Policy Center

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Creating a sustainable funding mechanism for organizations that can play vital roles in strengthening commercial areas for the long-term is the kind of forward-thinking policy needed to leverage one-time APRA investments in small business development.

Ben Forman offers testimony to Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies

On An Act to Promote Inclusive Entrepreneurship and Economic Justice

Policy Center
Dec 2, 2021 Policy Center

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Ben Forman testifies in support of S.270/H. 505 in the hopes that it will be of value as legislators work to position the Commonwealth for strong economic recovery.

Calling on the Coalition for Gateway Cities

Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
Dec 2, 2021 Policy Center

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As we await the ARPA 1.0 bill, one thing is already crystal clear: Gateway Cities need a broad-based coalition of groups to come together and go to bat for them with ARPA 2.0.

Event Recap | Early College: Celebrating Leadership and Growth

Early College Success on Full Display at Virtual Forum

Policy Center Education
Oct 29, 2021 Policy Center Education

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On October 28, 2021, MassINC, the Massachusetts Business Alliance for Education, and Latinos for Education hosted a virtual forum celebrating the legislators, educators, and civic leaders powering the Early College movement.

Gateway City representatives introduce vital housing amendments

Gateway Cities Journal

Policy Center
Oct 28, 2021 Policy Center

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As residential communities home to an outsized share of the state’s population, it is critical that we make the most out of this opportunity and fashion the housing investment in a manner that leads to meaningful improvements in Gateway City housing stock and neighborhoods.

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MassINC is a key partner to the Boston Foundation, and all of us who are seeking to advance the regional conversation around economic opportunity and a strong quality of life for all. MassINC's robust, nonpartisan research is exactly what our citizens and leaders need to make good decisions.

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Trevor Pollack, Manager of Special Projects for the Barr Foundation
The potential of Massachusetts’ Gateway Cities is limitless. MassINC’s dedicated work in promoting these cities has been, and will continue to be, instrumental in their individual and collective success.

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Juliette Kayyem Faculty Harvard’s Kennedy School of Government, Founder Kayyem Solutions LLC
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Kim Driscoll Mayor of Salem
MassINC's work with the Gateway Cities is unmatched. As Eastern Bank strives to help businesses in these communities thrive, MassINC has been a tremendous partner, providing data-driven research and affirming that these cities are full of opportunities.

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