Bean Town Times

Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, representing Massachusetts’ 7th district, has been vocal on various social and political issues through her recent tweets. Pressley succeeded Mike Capuano in 2019 and has continued to advocate for diverse causes. Her latest statements address immigration, workers' rights, and civil rights.

On March 5, 2025, Pressley highlighted the importance of immigration to Boston's success. She noted that "Boston is vibrant, diverse, and beautiful" and emphasized that "immigration is essential to our city's success." She suggested that Republicans could benefit from learning from Boston's Mayor Wu. The full tweet can be found here.

The following day, March 6, 2025, she celebrated a significant legal victory for workers allegedly wrongfully terminated by former President Trump and Elon Musk. Pressley stated: "We have been fighting for this. This is a massive victory for thousands who were unlawfully fired by Trump and Musk." She assured continued efforts until all affected civil servants are reinstated. More details are available in her post here.

On March 7, 2025, marking the anniversary of Bloody Sunday during the Civil Rights Movement, Pressley reiterated the ongoing struggle against white supremacy. She urged actions to expand voting rights for young people and end felony disenfranchisement while protecting ballot access: "It's been 60 years since Bloody Sunday... Our democracy depends on it." The complete message can be accessed here.