Based on feedback from our members, Act on Mass put together a new workshop aimed at empowering citizens: State House 201! We'll review the basics of state house ins-and-outs, which you may recognize from a previous workshop or a Saturday Scoop. Then, we'll cover some additional tools for being an engaged constituent, including navigating theContinue reading "State House 201"
The problem? Massachusetts is facing massive cuts to healthcare, food assistance programs, and education (to fund Trump's tax cuts for billionaires and big corporations). Our solution? Protect our care by tapping the state’s $8 billion rainy day fund and making billionaire tax-dodging global corporations like Apple, Amazon, McDonald's, & Walmart pay their fair share in state taxes.Continue reading "Protect our Care Town Hall"
In 2023 and 2024, PDM hosted a series of five Forums to explore the Commonwealth’s housing crisis and identify key strategies to address it. Last year, the legislature passed the Affordable Homes Act, an important step forward on a number of these strategies. But many challenges remain, especially our critical shortage of low and middle-income housing. CorporateContinue reading "Rent Stabilization and the Housing Crisis"
Is the sign you take to rallies starting to look a bit worn and tattered? Are you in need of an updated message and maybe some colors? Need a new sign for the No Kings rally on the 18th? Come join us as we try our hands at sign creation! We’ll provide the boards, samples,Continue reading "Pre Rally Sign Making and Social Hours"
Our weekly stand out - “Sudbury Stands for Democracy” - is at drive time every Friday on the Triangle opposite Sudbury Town Hall. A core principle behind all Indivisible events is a commitment to nonviolent tactics. We expect all participants to seek to de-escalate any potential confrontation with those who disagree with our values.
Why: The owner of Cafe Escadrille also owns the ICE Prison/Field Office at 1000 District Ave. He has been silent on the abuses in his building, and has not aided the Town’s efforts to inspect for zoning & safety violations. We’ll keep visiting his restaurant until he’s ready to face the conversation. Parking: down theContinue reading "Black Tie Protest"
10/11/25, Mass 50501 is holding an extended standout in front of the Burlington ICE facility from 5am-7pm. This peaceful protest will focus will be on supporting and defending the constitution. Signs with "Support and Defend the Constitution" and/or quotes from your favorite portions that are under threat are encouraged. Some brave souls will stay forContinue reading "Extended Standout at ICE-Burlington"
Join us on the Rt 2/Rt 31 overpass to advertise NO KINGS DAY! Date: Saturday, October 11th Time: Three shifts: 9am-10am — 10am-11am –- 11am-12pm Location: Rt 2/Rt 31 overpass Details: Park at the Wachusett Train Station (55 Authority Drive, Fitchburg) and walk to the overpass - about a 7 minute walk. If parking andContinue reading "OVERPASS STANDOUT – RT 2 & RT 31 – FITCHBURG"
Join us for our monthly 30-minute Frontline Update We've crafted a focused agenda covering key priorities and top campaigns to keep you aligned with our mission. Dive in for a high-level overview of where we’re heading and the impactful initiatives driving us forward. Stay afterward for Q&A and discussions.
Join our Second Saturdays standouts at Fitchburg City Hall to support democracy and protest Trump & Musk policies.
In the fight against the man-made famine in Gaza we stand together every Saturday from 11 to noon. If you are joining us please wear black, and bring an empty pot or bowl. If you are fasting you may bring a sign bearing the words “Fasting for Gaza”. No other signs please. This is a sober gathering, focusingContinue reading "Stop the Starvation in Gaza"
Our peaceful and joyful weekly standouts continue at the Bartlet Mall, Newburyport, every Saturday in October from 11 AM - 12 PM. Come and bring your sign - or take one of the many signs we have on site. All are welcome! NOTE that on Sat, Oct 18th, we will hold our big NO KINGSContinue reading "Hands Along High Street"