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 2025 Voter Guide
Boston DSA has finalized our Voter Guide for the 2025 general elections in Boston, Somerville, and Cambridge! The guide can be found at this link.
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!
Upcoming Events
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Council Watch 2/26/26
February 26, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Highland Kitchen, 150 Highland Avenue, Somerville MA, 02143Join us for Somerville City Council Watch! We'll start with drinks/snacks at Highland Kitchen then head over to city hall around 7. We'll plan to watch the meeting for at least an hour but some of us will probably stick around beyond that. Feel free to join us for some or all of the evening.
*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/council-watch-22626
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New Member Reading Group Session #1
February 26, 2026 @ 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
OnlineEveryone new to socialist activism and/or Boston DSA is invited to a four session intro reading group on the basics of socialism and DSA.
The group starts on Thursday, February 26th and runs for four weeks (2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19). All sessions are 6:00-7:30 PM on Zoom
Here are the readings for each of the sessions.
Week 1: The Current Moment
How to Organize a Real General Strike
Week 2: What is OrganizingABC’s of Socialism (Pgs 126-134)
No Shortcuts (Intro Pgs 1-26)
“Liberalism, Ultra-leftism and Mass Action
Week 3: What is DSA
“A Political History of DSA, 1982-2025”
Week 4: What is Socialism
Democratic Socialism Is About Democracy
If you have any questions, please reach out to education@bostondsa.org
*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/new-member-reading-group-session-1-6