By Bob Katzen

“I think it’s absolutely appropriate that there be enforcement and deportation of individuals who commit crime, including violent crime. That’s very, very important. We recognize it would be devastating if there were mass raids, here and across the country, that took out people who’ve been working in this country for a long time, who have families and kids here.”
—Gov. Healey on President-elect Donald Trump’s plan to deport hundreds of thousands of illegal immigrants/undocumented immigrants by declaring a national emergency.

“I am joining with Sen. Peter Durant in asking Gov. Healey to make public safety a priority by allowing ICE to do their jobs. It is outrageous that an illegal immigrant was arrested for forcible rape of a child and then released back on to our streets. I cannot believe that she is turning a blind eye to protect migrants who have attacked children.”
— Senator-Elect Kelly Dooner (R-Taunton) urging Gov. Healey to cooperate with the Trump administration in deporting criminal illegal immigrants/undocumented immigrants.

“Your voice matters, and this is your opportunity to help us build on our successes and strengthen our movement for the future. Together, we can ensure the Massachusetts Democratic Party continues to represent and advocate for the values that matter most to our communities.”
— Steve Kerrigan, Chair, Massachusetts Democratic Party announcing the launch of a Virtual Listening Tour to be held on Zoom, to engage with people across the state.

“Our Lottery customers are passionate sports fans and super proud of our teams. By partnering with the Celtics on this exciting instant ticket, we are a state of winning for players both on and off the court.”
— State Treasurer Deb Goldberg, Chair of the Massachusetts State Lottery Commission, commemorating the team’s latest title run with the launch of the Celtics Banner 18 instant ticket game, a $10 ticket that is on sale now at Lottery retailers across the state.