Massachusetts
With some of the most ardently progressive leader's modern American politics, it's no surprise that Massachusetts has been ahead of the curve with its social policies.
Massachusetts models the best of the community minded, can do attitude of the North East and is notable as one of the few states nationwide where rural areas support progressive causes as much as urban areas. A sure sign that being decent and being progressive really is in its DNA.
Combine a large number of the world's finest universities with proudly communal values and you have a powerfully revving engine for societal reform. Massachusetts is a long time and perennial leader in the fight for freedom, respect for human rights, protection of the environment and responsible, accountable governance.
Massachusetts receives one of our highest overall SweetScores.
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Environmental Protections - State Rating
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Women's Equality - State Rating
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LGBTQ Equality - State Rating
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Just and Civil Society - Country Rating
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Environmental Protections - Country Rating
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Women's Equality - Country Rating
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LGBTQ Equality - Country Rating
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