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Welcome to MassCHC's issue page. New items are added frequently, so come back often to catch the latest news, action, and analysis on the things that are important to you and our communities.

Relocalization
Relocalization in MAssachusetts and elsewhere

        
News:      Relocalization in Massachusetts; Rebuilding Community for a Sustainable Future
Analysis: A New Deal for Local Economies
        


Environment
A clean and healthy environment is essential to health and to the economy.

        
News:      Secure Green Future - A MCHC Project
Analysis: Climate Code Red: The case for a sustainability emergency
Action:     Tell Shaw's & Star Market - No GMOs!
        


Land Use
Land Use in Massachusetts and elsewhere

        
News:      Repeal of Chapter 40B May Be on 2008 Ballot
Analysis: Act now to eliminate private-benefit eminent domain
        


The Budget
What is happening with the state budget?

        
News:      Planning Group Finds Flaws in Fast-track AuctionsBut proposed new legislation
Analysis: Legislature's Budget is Unwise and Unfair
Action:     A Call For Immediate Action ....
        


Crime and Drugs
Healthy communites do not support high crime rates.

        
News:      Rosie's Place Announces New Campaign
Action:     Jail victims await justice
        


Our Democracy
A healthy democracy is essential to the formulation of good policy.

        
News:      Connecticut Enacts Public Financing Law
Analysis: Testimony to the Governor\'s Task Force on Public Integr
Action:     Campaign Donations Sway Lawmakers' Vote
        


Economy and Jobs
Our economy should create well-paying jobs and secure employment.

        
News:      A PROPOSAL FOR CONVENING: Building a New Economics
Analysis: Loser Friendly Casinos
        


Education (K-12)
Every child deserves quality education in grades K-12.

        
News:      Studies in sacrifice: Selected schools to take budget hit
Analysis: Report from the Classroom
Action:     Pressured communities threaten to defy state on MCAS
        


Health Care
Every citizen deserves health care that cannot be lost when employment changes.

        
News:      The Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet Plan
Analysis: What the Cuts to Mental Health Mean
Action:     Stand Up for Health Care
        


Higher Education
Our system of higher education is vital to our economy and to our culture.

        
News:      Spending on Prisons Surpasses Higher Education
        


Social Services
Healthy communities provide adequate assistance for people in need.

        
News:      Aid to Elderly and Disabled to be Cut
Analysis: Action Against Homelessness
        


Tax Policy
Healthy communities have a fair tax system that raises sufficient revenues for vital programs.

        
News:      A Billion for Biotech: Good Investment or Tax Dollar Giveaway?
Analysis: Expanded Gambling: Think Twice
        


Other Topics
Here is other important information.

        
News:      A note from our new MCHC President
Analysis: Testimony on Casino Gambling in MA
Action:     Lot 1 Public Hearing – June 13
        


  
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