Another Successful Spring Fundraising Drive
We’re pleased to report that during this spring, members generously responded to the request for donations by the Association’s political committee, the Retired Public Employees PAC. “Our PAC thanks those members who donated voluntarily to its work,” adds its Treasurer Shawn Duhamel. “As it turns out, this donor drive repeats previous ones with members making it another success.”
While organized and maintained separately from Mass Retirees, the PAC contributes significantly to the Association’s overall mission, furthering its legislative and educational/ information programs. “As you can see from this issue of The Voice, we’ll be facing major healthcare and COLA challenges,” continues Duhamel.
“Mass Retirees success on these and other public retiree issues depends on both a strong and engaged membership, as well as having the financial resources required to win the anticipated fights. And, the PAC will be playing an essential role in that regard.”
In addition to supporting candidates for public office here in MA, who support public retirees, the PAC also supports our field activities, such as area meetings and awareness campaigns focused on the issues of direct importance to public retirees. The grassroots work that went into WEP/GPO repeal is an example of these efforts.
THE BOTTOM LINE IS SIMPLE: A well-funded PAC gives us the ability to fight for you and win. It goes handin- hand with a strong, informed, and engaged membership.
REMEMBER: It’s never too late to donate. So please consider doing so. There are 3 ways you can donate: Mailing your check payable to the Mass Retirees PAC, at 11 Beacon St, #309, Boston, MA 02108; Online at www. Massretirees.com/pac; or Using the QR Code shown above. And, thank you in advance for your donation.