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Election 2024 Massachusetts: Candidates, Polls, and Key Issues
Important Election Dates
* **Primary Election:** September 4, 2024
* **General Election:** November 5, 2024
Declared Candidates
**Democratic Candidates**
* Maura Healey (incumbent)
* Sonia Chang-Diaz
* Danielle Allen
**Republican Candidates**
* Chris Doughty
* Geoff Diehl
* Jay McMahon
Key Issues
* **Education:** Improving public education and making college more affordable.
* **Healthcare:** Expanding access to affordable healthcare and reducing the cost of prescription drugs.
* **Economy:** Creating jobs and supporting small businesses.
* **Climate Change:** Addressing the climate crisis and investing in clean energy.
* **Gun Violence:** Reducing gun violence and passing common-sense gun safety laws.
Polls
Recent polls show Maura Healey with a significant lead over her Democratic challengers. In the Republican primary, Chris Doughty is leading Geoff Diehl by a narrow margin.
Additional Information
For more information on the Massachusetts gubernatorial election, visit the websites of the candidates and the Massachusetts Secretary of State.