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Black & Latino Caucus

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The Massachusetts Black & Latino Legislative Caucus exists to define, highlight, & analyze those issues & concerns affecting people of color in Massachusetts.

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Maura Healey (@massgovernor) 's Twitter Profile Photo

In Massachusetts, Elizabeth Freeman and Quock Walker sued for their freedom, making our state the first to abolish slavery. Boston became a hub of the abolitionist movement, and the 54th Regiment mustered here to change the course of the Civil War.Ā Ā  Ā  That’s part of the legacy

In Massachusetts, Elizabeth Freeman and Quock Walker sued for their freedom, making our state the first to abolish slavery. Boston became a hub of the abolitionist movement, and the 54th Regiment mustered here to change the course of the Civil War.Ā Ā 
Ā 
That’s part of the legacy
Lydia Edwards (@lydiamedwards) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we raise the Juneteenth flag to honor the end of slavery and celebrate the rich heritage, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans. Let’s continue to strive for equality, justice, and unity. #mapoli #bospoli

Happy Juneteenth! Today, we raise the Juneteenth flag to honor the end of slavery and celebrate the rich heritage, resilience, and contributions of Black Americans. Let’s continue to strive for equality, justice, and unity. 

#mapoli #bospoli
MA Women's Caucus (@mawomenscaucus) 's Twitter Profile Photo

We are so grateful that this critical maternal health legislation passed the House of Representatives today! Particular thanks to Speaker Speaker Ron Mariano, Chair Marjorie Decker, Chair John Lawn, Brandy Fluker Oakley, Kay Khan, Carole Fiola, and many other legislators and advocates!

We are so grateful that this critical maternal health legislation passed the House of Representatives today! Particular thanks to Speaker <a href="/RonMariano/">Speaker Ron Mariano</a>, Chair <a href="/MarjorieDecker/">Marjorie Decker</a>, Chair <a href="/repjohnlawn/">John Lawn</a>, <a href="/TeamBrandy617/">Brandy Fluker Oakley</a>, <a href="/RepKayKhan/">Kay Khan</a>, <a href="/CaroleFiola/">Carole Fiola</a>, and many other legislators and advocates!
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Yesterday marked the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth which is a special time to recognize and uplift the contributions and influenceĀ of Hispanic/Latino people in all communities! #MAPoli

Yesterday marked the start of #HispanicHeritageMonth which is a special time to recognize and uplift the contributions and influenceĀ of Hispanic/Latino people in all communities! #MAPoli
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We remain heartbroken over the tragic death of Enrique Delgado-Garcia, a state police cadet who lost his life following a training exercise earlier this month. We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and community during this incredibly difficult time.

We remain heartbroken over the tragic death of Enrique Delgado-Garcia, a state police cadet who lost his life following a training exercise earlier this month.  We extend our deepest condolences to his family, friends, and community during this incredibly difficult time.
Manny Cruz (@mannycruz_ma) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thank you AG Andrea Joy Campbell for launching an independent investigation into the tragic death of Enrique. I firmly support this independent investigation as Enriqueā€˜s family deserves the full transparency with respect to the circumstances of his death. I join my colleagues in extending my

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Join us on October 25th for our annual Latino Excellence Awards! This in-person event will celebrate community members across the state and Latino Heritage Month!

Join us on October 25th for our annual Latino Excellence Awards! This in-person event will celebrate community members across the state and Latino Heritage Month!
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Introducing our Keynote Speaker for the 2024 Latino Excellence Awards, Alejandra Y. Castillo! Come listen to her speak and support the Latino community this Friday!

Introducing our Keynote Speaker for the 2024 Latino Excellence Awards, Alejandra Y. Castillo! Come listen to her speak and support the Latino community this Friday!
Rep. Frank Moran (@repfrankmoran) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus hosts the annual award ceremony to commemorate Latino leaders and trailblazers across the State This year, I was honored to nominate Jenny Garcia, who is not only a prominent community activist but a long-time friend of mine

Lydia Edwards (@lydiamedwards) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Black & Latino Caucus celebrated the Latino Excellence Award ceremony, and I had the honor to celebrate Fernando Rosas, owner at Bono Restaurant in Eastie. Fernando, thank you so much for your dedication and for being a leader to our community. #mapoli #bospoli

The <a href="/MABLLC/">Black & Latino Caucus</a> celebrated the Latino Excellence Award ceremony, and I had the honor to celebrate Fernando Rosas, owner at Bono Restaurant in Eastie.  Fernando, thank you so much for your dedication and for being a leader to our community. 

#mapoli #bospoli
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We were proud to gather over 300 people this past Friday to celebrate the impact of Latino people in the Commonwealth! Thank you to everyone who came!

We were proud to gather over 300 people this past Friday to celebrate the impact of Latino people in the Commonwealth! Thank you to everyone who came!
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A Statement from the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus Regarding on Racist Remarks Made at Rally Regarding Puerto Rican, Latino, Black Communities. #black #latino #mapoli

A Statement from the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus Regarding on Racist Remarks Made at Rally Regarding Puerto Rican, Latino, Black Communities.

#black #latino #mapoli
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We honor the extraordinary legacy of Gloria Lavera Fox, a trailblazing advocate for justice, equity, and community empowerment. Her 30-year tenure in the MA Legislature worked to transform criminal justice, housing, and health. Gloria’s impact will inspire generations to come.

We honor the extraordinary legacy of Gloria Lavera Fox, a trailblazing advocate for justice, equity, and community empowerment.  Her 30-year tenure in the MA Legislature worked to transform criminal justice, housing, and health.  Gloria’s impact will inspire generations to come.
Manny Cruz (@mannycruz_ma) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🚨Saturday Shoutout 🚨 Please join me in congratulating Salem’s very own Perla Peguero who I nominated to be Salem’s honoree for the Black & Latino Caucus Latino Excellence Award in 2024. It was such a pleasure to be able to host Perla and her husband Rich at the state house and to celebrate

🚨Saturday Shoutout 🚨 

Please join me in congratulating Salem’s very own Perla Peguero who I nominated to be Salem’s honoree for the <a href="/MABLLC/">Black & Latino Caucus</a> Latino Excellence Award in 2024. It was such a pleasure to be able to host Perla and her husband Rich at the state house and to celebrate
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Join us on February 28th for our annual Black Excellence event in the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House- all are welcome!

Join us on February 28th for our annual Black Excellence event in the Great Hall of the Massachusetts State House- all are welcome!
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Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus Statement on Threats to Immigrant Communities and Federal Funding. #black #mapoli #blackandlatino #boston #advocacy #bospoli

Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus Statement on Threats to Immigrant Communities and Federal Funding.

#black #mapoli #blackandlatino #boston #advocacy #bospoli
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Today, we proudly recognize February 4th as Rosa Parks Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As members of the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus, we celebrate this designation as an opportunity to honor the enduring legacy of Rosa Parks.

Today, we proudly recognize February 4th as Rosa Parks Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. As members of the Massachusetts Black and Latino Legislative Caucus, we celebrate this designation as an opportunity to honor the enduring legacy of Rosa Parks.
Rep. Andy X. Vargas (@repandyvargas) 's Twitter Profile Photo

It was an honor to nominate TaĆÆna Mathurin Janvier for the MA Black and Latino Legislative Caucus’  Black Excellence on the Hill Awards. TaĆÆna has served our community in so many ways.

It was an honor to nominate TaĆÆna Mathurin Janvier for the MA Black and Latino Legislative Caucus’  Black Excellence on the Hill Awards. TaĆÆna has served our community in so many ways.
Lydia Edwards (@lydiamedwards) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The Black & Latino Caucus held the Black excellence awards, & I was proud to honor Marguerite Wynter, from Jeffries Point. She is an arts administrator & curator at Boston Public Art Triennial, Boston’s 1st public art org. supporting artist and communities in bold contemporary public art. #mapoli #bospoli

The <a href="/MABLLC/">Black & Latino Caucus</a> held the Black excellence awards, &amp; I was proud to honor Marguerite Wynter, from Jeffries Point. She is an arts administrator &amp; curator at  <a href="/thetriennial/">Boston Public Art Triennial</a>, Boston’s 1st public art org. supporting artist and communities in bold contemporary public art. #mapoli #bospoli