Candidate for Massachusetts House of Representatives - 14th Middlesex District in 2018 Massachusetts 2018 Primary Election.
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Get StartedLastly, Benjamin believes that we need to address the ongoing epidemic of suicides within our prison population by attending to the mental health needs of those who are incarcerated. Learn more
Benjamin believes that we need to repeal mandatory minimum sentences, offenders who are convicted of a certain crime, the same punishment — regardless of whether it fits the crime or the offender or is necessary to keep the public safe. Learn more
Benjamin has fought for raising our minimum wage to $15/hour, as well as ensuring that there is paid family and medical leave for all employees. Benjamin has also been a strong supporter of our unions and believes that when we support organized labor, we all do better when our unions succeed. Lastly, Benjamin believes in implementing the Fair Share Amendment, which will help further fund our education and transportation infrastructure. Learn more
Understanding the impact of school budgets, Benjamin will advocate for an update on the Chapter 70 funding formula, ensuring all districts can meet the financial needs. Learn more
Benjamin believes in establishing a universal Pre-K program where all children can benefit. He also believes in fighting the privatization of our public schools and has lobbied to keep the cap on charter schools. Learn more
He believes that we need to increase our energy efficiency and adopt a carbon pricing. He also will advocate for fixing the gas leaks and opposing the pipeline tax, which would be at the cost of rate payers. Lastly, he supports efforts for the Massachusetts state pension fund to divest of fossil fuel companies. Learn more
Benjamin believes that health care is a human right. As health care costs continue to increase and the specter of cuts loom, Benjamin will fight to ensure everyone has access to high quality, affordable health care. Learn more
Lastly, Benjamin believes that we need to address the ongoing epidemic of suicides within our prison population by attending to the mental health needs of those who are incarcerated. Learn more
Benjamin will advocate for a single payer Medicare system. A Medicare single payer system will provide: Reasonable access to impatient and out-patience care; Preventative and reproductive care Long-term and palliative care; Vision, hearing and oral health care; Mental health and substance abuse services Prescription medications, medical equipment, supplies diagnostic tests and treatments. Learn more
Understanding the impact of school budgets, Benjamin will advocate for an update on the Chapter 70 funding formula, ensuring all districts can meet the financial needs. Learn more
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