How could 2026’s proposed ballot questions in MA impact you? Register now for PID’s free virtual workshop Oct. 15 at 6pm: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Help shape the future of democracy in Massachusetts! ​Join @mapletestimony.bsky.social at the State House on 10/1 from 11:30-1pm. You’ll see a demonstration of MAPLE’s platform, hear from people using it to help their advocacy & enjoy a complimentary lunch. RSVP now: luma.com/tte4v0rh

TONIGHT! Sign up here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Guest post from @pid-us.bsky.social's John Griffin about exciting new democracy renovation ballot initiatives in the works in Massachusetts! This is a great example of how a "tipping point state" with more agreement in government can lead the way and model better practices.

Speak up for critical democracy renovation measures in Massachusetts! The legislature is holding a hearing next week & on Monday, September 15th at 6:00 PM, we're hosting a virtual workshop on how to prepare & submit testimony. Sign up now! us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Reaction to Charlie Kirk's senseless murder from Partners In Democracy:

Happy birthday to our Organizing Manager, Annika Jensen, who gets a shout-out today from @kellygarrity.bsky.social in Politico Massachusetts Playbook! www.politico.com/newsletters/...

No one should lose their voting rights for a felony conviction or incarceration. Use @mapletestimony.bsky.social to submit your testimony in support of S.524, An Act Relative to Voting Rights Restoration:

Speak up for same-day voter registration to Massachusetts! We're hosting a virtual training Monday 9/15 at 6pm on how to write & deliver effective testimony, then planning to testify at a State House hearing Tuesday 9/16. Register now: bit.ly/pid_testimony

Should your legislator’s pay be determined by their performance - or by loyalty to leadership? We urgently need to reform legislative “stipends" - and we need your help to do it. On 9/4 at 6pm, we’ll walk through our plan to get reform on the ballot in MA. Register now: bit.ly/stipend-stra...

We’re proud to partner with @mapletestimony.bsky.social to build the digital civic infrastructure our democracy needs. Read their founders in @globeopinion.bsky.social on how we can grow support across ideological lines:

Partners in Democracy is joining the Legislative Effectiveness & Accountability Partnership (LEAP) coalition, filing a 2026 ballot question to reform the MA legislature’s unjust system of loyalty pay: www.bostonglobe.com/2025/08/06/m... @samanthajgross.bsky.social

Disabilities & physical limitations shouldn’t restrict your ability to vote. That’s why PID supports H.800 to give towns funds to make polling places more accessible for older voters & those w/ disabilities. Add your testimony now w/ @mapletestimony.bsky.social: www.mapletestimony.org/bills/194/H800

A huge bill that includes a brand-new bar advocates deal, plus funding for elder care, rental aid & hospitals, was just unveiled yesterday afternoon & our legislators may be asked to vote today. Do you think this is necessary to get bills done, or could the process be improved?

Happening tonight! Come learn how to write more effectively and persuasively, get your op-ed or letter to the editor published, and reach the right audience. Still a few spots left — sign up now! bit.ly/pid_oped

Reminder: our Written Advocacy Workshop is one week from today! This is a fantastic chance to beef up your writing skills & communicate more effectively on the issues you care about. Free, virtual & open to everyone, whether you’re a confident writer or just curious. Sign up now! bit.ly/pid_oped

Help support local laboratories of #democracy right here in #Massachusetts! vcma.nationbuilder.com/join

Save the date for our next FREE, virtual training - our Written Advocacy Workshop! Join PID President Jerren Chang & PID Communications Director Miles Grant to take your writing skills to the next level & become a stronger voice for democracy. Sign up now: bit.ly/pid_oped

“At their core, freedom and equality have to be linked to each other.” Recommitting ourselves this #IndependenceDay to the long effort towards freedom — for all of us. More from PID founder Danielle Allen at @vox.com: www.vox.com/2020/7/3/213...

How can we make sure our legislature works for everyone - from all walks of life, from every corner of Massachusetts, and across party lines? Our letter in today's @bostonglobe.com lays out some solutions - let us know what you think:

Our team is growing! We’re thrilled to welcome Annika Jensen, Organizing Manager, and Deysi Gutierrez, Community Organizer — whose skills and talent are already pushing our democracy renovation efforts forward. We’re so lucky to have them on the team!

We're glad to see some improvement on legislative transparency: public committee votes, legislator attendance, & more timely hearing notice are all welcome changes. We'll keep working for more progress on democracy renovation! @cwbeacon.bsky.social @statehousenews.com

We’re excited to see ranked choice voting in action in today’s NYC mayoral election! RCV gives voters more voice and more choice. Here in Massachusetts, we support reforms that let cities & towns adopt RCV locally — through their city council or town meeting. Let communities lead! 🧵 1/4

Join us tonight!

Ranked choice voting is one of many ways we can renovate our democracy, increase voter choices & rebuild trust. Our President & CEO Jerren Chang wrote to the Dorchester Reporter in support of our legislature granting home rule petitions for ranked choice voting, in Boston & beyond:

Very special Monthly Tea w/ PID coming up next week! Hear from Dionn Casanova & Josh Wolfsun about one recent blueprint for getting important legislation over the line, learn how you can support bills you care about & meet other folks in the democracy community! Sign up now: bit.ly/pid_JuneMonthly

We are devastated by the tragic news this morning. Representative Melissa Hortman and her husband Mark were shot and killed in their home. Senator John Hoffman and his wife Yvette were also shot in their home and are now recovering after surgery.

Today at 3pm!

Are you working for policy change in Massachusetts, on education, housing, climate, healthcare, or beyond? Join us next week to talk about what barriers you’re facing in the legislative process & what might help! Co-hosted by @massinc.bsky.social Policy Center & GenUnity. Sign up now!

PID Founder & Harvard Prof. Danielle Allen will be among the speakers at next week’s People’s Hearing on two important bills to help renovate MA’s democracy. Can you join us in Boston on 6/17 at 1:30pm? Register now:

“You never completely have your rights, one person, until you all have your rights.” - Marsha P. Johnson This Pride, thinking about the tight link between LGBTQ+ rights & democracy — and sending so much love to folks across the country who continue to carry this work forward. Let’s keep going.

Sign up now for our advocacy training tomorrow at 5pm, "Policy Deep Dive: Barriers to Voting"

PID's Jerren Chang was proud to be a panelist at the Fair Housing & Civil Rights Conference in Springfield, joining Peyton Cernak of Burlington Housing & Leslie Credle of Justice 4 Housing. They discussed solutions to help reentering citizens & others with criminal records access affordable housing.

Massachusetts: ❌ still doesn’t have same-day registration ❌ has big gaps in turnout & registration between white & BIPOC voters ❌ is lagging behind on voting access Want to help fix this? Join our free, virtual training next week to learn more & get involved: bit.ly/pid_deepdive2

Have you seen PID's updated 2025-2026 Massachusetts Legislative Agenda? Find out what bills we're working for this session, then use MAPLE to track them & leave your testimony for your legislators:

Glad to see this course by PID's founder, Danielle Allen, getting so much interest! It's actually been offered since February 2024.

Grateful this Memorial Day weekend for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country, freedom & democracy. Groups like Veterans for All Voters are honoring the fallen by continuing to lead work for those ideals. Support them:

Running for office can give voters more choice & make elections more meaningful. If you’re interested (or curious!) sign up for our free virtual training TONIGHT at 5:30pm!

Thinking about running for office? We got you! Join our virtual training! Free & open to anyone who wants to learn more about running for local office in Massachusetts. Sign up now, & bring a friend! bit.ly/pid_may22

Still looking for your summer internship? Apply to be PID’s Development Intern! Work with our wonderful Development Manager, learn about fundraising at a growing nonprofit & help protect & strengthen democracy. Remote, 20-35 hours/week, $2000-$3500 per month. Apply now: bit.ly/join_pid

What are you up to this afternoon? Sign up for our Legislative Accountability training! It’s free, virtual, and open to anyone who wants to learn more about how our state legislature works. Join us at 4PM! bit.ly/pid-deepdive

Still looking for your summer internship? Apply to be PID’s Development Intern! ➡️ Work w/ our wonderful Development Manager ➡️ Learn about the behind-the-scenes of nonprofit fundraising ➡️ Drive progress for our democracy Remote, 20-35 hours/week, $2000-$3500 per month. Apply now: bit.ly/join_pid

Reminder: this Thursday, we’re hosting a free, virtual training all about our state legislature — how it works, what that means for Massachusetts communities, & changes that could improve it. Join us to get into all the details & boost your advocacy skills! Sign up now: bit.ly/pid-deepdive

We’re so excited to join democracy advocates from around the country this week at #ADS2025! This event is critically important, especially this year, & we’re so grateful for the continued leadership of our friends @represent.us. Learn more: americandemocracysummit.org

Cities like Cambridge already use #rankedchoicevoting, & other towns & cities are working to implement it, from Boston to Northampton. Join us (virtually) TONIGHT for Voter Choice MA’s 2025 Statewide Kickoff to learn about these efforts & get involved! vcma.nationbuilder.com/statewide_20...

NEXT WEEK: we’ve got another awesome FREE training coming up, led by our Managing Partner for Strategy, John Griffin! Learn about how our state legislature works, explore ways to boost legislative accountability, & deepen your advocacy skills. Zoom, May 15, 4-5:30. Sign up now! bit.ly/pid-deepdive

THIS THURSDAY: Join us & other democracy advocates for Voter Choice Massachusetts’ 2025 Statewide Kickoff! Come learn more about the blossoming movement for #rankedchoicevoting in towns & cities across MA — & find out how you can help. Sign up now: vcma.nationbuilder.com/statewide_20...

With our democracy under extreme pressure, today’s day of action is about putting power where it’s supposed to be: with the people. Working people have always led efforts for progress on democracy, both here & around the world. So powerful to see that legacy continuing. Let’s keep going.

Do you want to get more involved in #democracy — but not sure how? Start local & run for office in your community! This weekend, we’re hosting a free, nonpartisan candidate training for anyone who wants to learn more about running for local office in MA. Sign up now! bit.ly/pid_howtorunma2

Our next Monthly Tea w/ PID is coming up TOMORROW — if you want to learn about how you can get involved w/ democracy efforts in Massachusetts, this event is for you! Come hang out (virtually) w/ other folks who care about democracy, & find out how you can help. Sign up now! bit.ly/pid_2025monthlytea