Mass Opportunity Alliance

Across Massachusetts, residents are bracing for another financial squeeze as winter temperatures set in. It’s one of many factors in the cost-of-living crisis pushing people to leave the state.

This letter highlights valid concerns about our state's surtax and how it's hurting business owners and the middle class. We need policies that give everyone an opportunity to thrive in MA — not ones that drive residents away. https://bit.ly/3Bocsp8

Massachusetts faces rising living costs, higher taxes, and an exodus of high-income residents, which could have concerning ripple effects on charitable giving. Addressing these economic challenges is crucial to fostering an environment where generosity and economic stability can thrive. Read more: https://lnkd.in/e6Bkg2nd #massachusetts #giving #economy

Mass. became one of the top states for public education because of its high standards. After the removal of the MCAS graduation requirement, voters agree something new is needed to keep that legacy alive. https://bit.ly/3ZnuUWX

Most of Massachusetts will be enjoying our beautiful fall colors while they enjoy their turkey. What do you think is the best part of Thanksgiving in Massachusetts?

What Could Be Driving Up the Cost of Thanksgiving in Massachusetts? Here’s what you need to know.

Most Massachusetts residents think that Thanksgiving dinner will be more expensive this year. Learn where Mass. ranks in terms of grocery prices and what could be causing the increase. https://bit.ly/3CCrveW

Over 400 years after the first Thanksgiving in Plymouth, Massachusetts families have much to be thankful for. But lately, the cost of living may be putting a damper on holiday spirits. Our grocery costs have skyrocketed past many other states. Here are a few reasons behind the high prices: https://lnkd.in/gGdQYZRi

What did we learn from Election Day? - Massachusetts still retains its progressive values but had a large shift to the right. - Donald Trump won approximately a quarter of cities and towns across the Bay State. 33 that voted for Biden in 2020 flipped to Trump. - Exit polls show that Mass. voters viewed the economy and jobs as the most important issue facing the nation. - Moderation prevailed on ballot initiatives. Voters roundly rejected Question 5, which would have raised costs for small restaurants and hurt tipped workers. And they approved of Question 1, which could provide more sunlight on how the Legislature spends their money. State leaders should see this as a call to refocus on the pocketbook issues that have accelerated our outmigration crisis.

Last week, the Tax Foundation released its 2025 State Tax Competitiveness rankings. The chart below shows how their analysis compares to our Opportunity Report Card. Despite looking at the data from different angles, both analyses agree: Massachusetts lags behind most states thanks to its heavy tax burden. See the full breakdown: https://lnkd.in/e8Aa_vQv