Who We Are
Boston DSA is the Eastern MA chapter of Democratic Socialists of America.
We are working against the oppressive capitalist system in its many forms. We see these oppressions — economic inequality, patriarchy, white supremacy, to name a few — as interlinked, intersecting, and inseparable.
Join us in building mass movements for the world we deserve and growing an openly socialist presence in communities and politics in the Greater Boston Area.
Get Involved
Join a Boston DSA Working Group
Boston DSA’s working groups carry out the external political work of the chapter. Working groups are centered strategies such as labor organizing (supporting striking workers and educators) or socialist electoral politics (challenging the legislative system). Learn about the working groups and find your organizing home within the chapter.
Working Group Spotlight: Palestine
Join the Palestine Working Group! We’re fighting Warren and Markey by building a mass base around three critical issues – a permanent ceasefire, ending weapons shipments to Israel, and delivering immediate relief for Gaza. For the first time in history, the American people are on the side of Palestine – help us organize them!
Recent Endorsements
Boston DSA endorses Ayah Al-Zubi for Cambridge City Council
Boston DSA is proud to endorse Ayah Al-Zubi for Cambridge City Council At-Large! Ayah is running for City Council to make Cambridge a dignified and affordable home for all.
Boston DSA Endorses Willie Burnley For Mayor
Boston DSA is proud to endorse Willie Burnley Jr. for Mayor of Somerville! Willie has been a voice for working people, tenants, and marginalized communities — and we're ready to fight alongside him for a Somerville that works for all!
Socialists in Office Denounce Violent Suppression of Student Protesters at Universities
Democratic socialist State Representative Erika Uyterhoeven (27th Middlesex); Cambridge City Council Member Jivan Sobrinho-Wheeler; Somerville City Council Members Willie Burnley, Jr. and JT Scott; and Medford City Council President Zac Bears, who represent almost a...
Related News & Updates
Boston DSA endorses Ayah Al-Zubi for Cambridge City Council
Boston DSA is proud to endorse Ayah Al-Zubi for Cambridge City Council At-Large! Ayah is running for City Council to make Cambridge a dignified and affordable home for all.
Boston DSA Endorses Willie Burnley For Mayor
Boston DSA is proud to endorse Willie Burnley Jr. for Mayor of Somerville! Willie has been a voice for working people, tenants, and marginalized communities — and we're ready to fight alongside him for a Somerville that works for all!
CONGRATULATIONS TO SMEU UNIT B ON ACHIEVING A CONTRACT
SOMERVILLE, MA — Unit B of the Somerville Municipal Employees Union (SMEU) has at last obtained a contract from the City of Somerville after their prior contract expired more than 900 days ago. SMEU’s members voted to ratify the new contract this week. The union...
Upcoming Events
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Tenant Organizer and Know Your Rights Training
August 15, 2025 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Josephine A. Fiorentino Community Center, 123 Antwerp St, , Brighton MA, 02135Build tenant power and start your own tenant association!
The first half of this training equips participants with the skills and knowledge to become effective tenant organizers. Learn how to collectively bargain with your landlord, push back against rent hikes, and win better housing conditions. During the second half, we will cover what a Notice-To-Quit is and your rights during the eviction process.
RSVP for the Zoom Training
The venue is wheelchair accesible and masks will be made available for attendees.
*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/tenant-organizer-and-know-your-rights-training
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A-B DSA Somerville Divestment Canvass!
August 16, 2025 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Somerville Farmers' Market, 66-70 Union Square, Somerville MA, 02143Join Allston/Brighton DSA members for a canvass at the Somerville Farmers' Market! We're supporting Somerville for Palestine's divestment ballot question.
Join us to learn to canvass, talk to Somerville voters about BDS (Boycott, Divestment, Sanctions) against Israel for the genocide in Gaza, and contribute to a material effort to fight back!
*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/a-b-dsa-somerville-divestment-canvass