2026 Secretary of the Commonwealth
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)
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?
What reforms are needed to Massachusetts’ open record laws?
How would you maintain high statewide standards for all polling places regarding accessibility, technology, procedures, and staffing?
What safeguards does Massachusetts need to put in place to protect our elections from incursion by the federal government?
How would you reduce election misinformation regarding polling locations, safety, and hours?
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