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Election 2026

Canvass for Erika U. held in Medford in July

Your Voice, Your Vote

The MTA is recommending these candidates in the 2026 election. The primary election is Tuesday, Sept. 1, and the general election is Nov. 3, 2026.

An Update on Ballot Questions

by: Mary MacDonald August 14, 2026
In May, MTA delegates to Annual Meeting agreed to authorize the use of MTA resources for several ballot questions. What's the status of these and other questions?

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For the first time, Education Support Professionals had their own day of solidarity building and collaboration at the MTA Summer Conference. Held on a Sunday, because so many ESPs are forced by low wages to work additional jobs, the day encouraged members to reflect on their strengths and challenges as union members.
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