Martin Richard Institute for Social Justice at Bridgewater State University

10/17/2026

Early voting starts today! Beat the lines and cast your ballot early in person. Visit www.bridgew.edu/bsuvotes to find your polling place

Upcoming Election InformationHave your voice heard and help shape the future by voting in upcoming elections.The next elections scheduled in Massachusetts:Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026Massachusetts Early Voting Begins (10/17-10/30)Saturday, October 17 to Saturday, October 24, 2026 Massachusetts voters can...

10/09/2026

Most people who vote say someone they trusted asked them to. Be that person for the people in your life this week. NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/share

10/08/2026

Slow down before you share!
Misinformation and deepfakes can easily cloud the facts during election season. If a headline triggers a strong reaction, double-check the source, look for red flags (like ALL CAPS or name-calling), and rely on trusted fact-checkers before taking action.
Stay informed and verify the details at NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/vote!

10/07/2026

Day 3 of : make your plan to vote. Decide how, decide when, add it to your calendar. That's it. NationalVoterEducationWeek.org/plan

09/23/2026

Don't miss our Civic Speaker Series event, The Fight for Trans Rights: A Conversation with Chase Strangio, TOMORROW from 5:30-7pm!

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Join MRISJ for our latest Civic Speaker Series event top LGBTQ+ attorney Chase Strangio!

09/15/2026

Moved since last Election Day? 🚚
Whether it’s across town or across the country, make sure your voter registration is updated with your new address!🗳️

Update today and get for : bit.ly/2025nvrdreg

09/01/2026

Today is the last day to make your voice heard in the 2026 MA Primary Election. Look up your polling place at https://vote.gov and cast your ballot before they close!

08/17/2026

Planning to cast your vote by mail? Be sure your vote by mail application reaches your election office by Tuesday, August 25th!

Learn more or submit your application online at www.VoteInMA.com!

08/13/2026

MA State Primaries are around the corner, are you ready to cast your ballot? Be sure you're registered to vote by August 22nd in order to make your vote count!

Register today at https://vote.gov

08/07/2026

Find the nearest Red Cross blood, platelet or plasma donation center. Make a difference in someone's life, give the gift of life.