FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Young Democrats of Massachusetts Takes Stances on 2026 Ballot Questions

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

October 19th, 2026

Media Contact: Will Lombard, Vice President for Communications • communications@ydma.org • 339-224-1968

Young Democrats of Massachusetts Takes Stances on 2026 Ballot Questions

Boston, MA - Today, the Young Democrats of Massachusetts (YDMA) endorsed all nine ballot questions. YDMA is committed to ensuring young voters have all the information they need to vote by November 3rd.

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 1. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Question 1 will expand transparency and accountability in our state government.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 2. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Our CPCS workers provide a critical service; YDMA stands with all workers and their fight to bargain collectively.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed No on 3. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Young voters have seen through the facade that private equity executives are pitching Massachusetts voters. We’re proud to support No on 3 to give voters more choice on their ballots.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 4. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Question 4 will enfranchise young people, students, and renters who currently must hurdle an arbitrary voter registration deadline.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed No on 5. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Question 5 serves the billionaire class, not the working class. We’re proud to endorse No on 5 to continue state investments in healthcare, education, and aid for municipalities.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 6. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Question 6 will support conservation and wildlife protection without raising taxes.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 7. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Yes on Question 7 will lower housing costs, ensuring young people have access to the missing middle in the housing market.”

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed No on 8. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “We’re recommending a NO vote on Question 8 to protect state and local revenue, small businesses, and public health."

The Young Democrats of Massachusetts have endorsed Yes on 9. YDMA Public Policy Director Andrew LaBerge said: “Question 9 will protect comprehensive gun safety legislation that has protected our communities since 2024.”

“Our positions on these 9 ballot questions demonstrate our commitment to transparency, democracy, public health and the rights of workers,” Young Democrats of Massachusetts President Jack Perenick said. “Through November 3rd, YDMA will be working to ensure all young people have the information they need to make an informed choice this Fall.”

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About the Young Democrats of Massachusetts

Since 1924, the Young Democrats of Massachusetts have been the official Massachusetts chapter of the Young Democrats of America and the youth wing of the Massachusetts Democratic Party. YDMA engages young people across Massachusetts to elect Democrats, advocate progressive values, and train the next generation of leaders. To join a local chapter, get involved in upcoming campaigns, or support these political operations, visit ydma.org or follow us on social media @MAYoungDems.