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2026 Secretary of the Commonwealth Choose 1

The Secretary of the Commonwealth serves a four‑year term with no term limits. They act as Massachusetts’ chief election officer, securities regulator, and record-keeper. The Secretary of the Commonwealth manages public records, business and corporate registrations, historical archives, and the preservation of historic sites.

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William Francis Galvin (Dem)

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How would you prevent the purging of qualified voters from the voting rolls if they haven’t voted in multiple elections or if they haven’t returned their town or city census?

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What reforms are needed to Massachusetts’ open record laws?

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How would you maintain high statewide standards for all polling places regarding accessibility, technology, procedures, and staffing?

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What safeguards does Massachusetts need to put in place to protect our elections from incursion by the federal government?

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How would you reduce election misinformation regarding polling locations, safety, and hours?

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