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 Democratic Socialist Evan MacKay
Cambridge, MA — The Boston Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) has endorsed its member Evan MacKay for Cambridge’s 25th Middlesex district in the Massachusetts State House. Boston DSA and its Cambridge Working Group have previously run successful candidates Quinton...
Medicare for All testimony
Boston DSA endorses the Massachusetts Medicare for All bills H.1239 & S.744, and submitted the following written testimony of the bill: Dear Chair Friedman, Chair Lawn, and members of the Joint Committee on Health Care Financing, We are the Boston chapter of the...
10/9 Palestine March
In the wake of the Israeli invasion of Gaza, we are inspired by the courage of the Palestinian people. We call upon everyone in the Boston area to express clear support for the Palestinian resistance, without conditions, and to take action to disrupt support for...
Related News & Updates
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...
BOSTON DSA CONGRATULATES CAMBRIDGE PUBLIC LIBRARY STAFF ASSOCIATION ON CONTRACT VICTORY
Cambridge, MA – Boston DSA congratulates our friends and neighbors in the Cambridge Public Library Staff Association on their hard-fought contract victory. After over a year of struggling for their rights, the CPLSA won a contract that achieved all of their primary...
Boston DSA Raises Over $5,000 For Gaza Relief And Trans Safety Following Trump Election
Boston Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) is proud to announce that we have raised $3,239 to donate to Pink Haven Coalition and $2,274 to donate to Operation Olive Branch. Operation Olive Branch is a grassroots organization supporting Palestinians’ critical needs,...
Upcoming Events
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DSA On the Line with Blue Bottle Independent Union | Black Friday on Newbury Street!
November 28, 2025 @ 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Blue Bottle Coffee, 163 Newbury Street, Boston MA, 02116Come to the Newbury Street Blue Bottle Coffee location as we march on the picket line with Blue Bottle Independent Union workers.
Our chapter will meet at the picket line at 8am, joined by the workers on strike from Starbucks Workers Union—official
signs will be provided by BBIU on the picket line, so bring yourself and maybe a friend or family member. Remember to dress warmly, as we will be outside in the elements!We will finish our picket line by sharing a potluck at the Community Church of Boston starting at 5pm. If you're able, please bring a dish, snack, or beverage to share!
*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/dsa-on-the-line-with-blue-bottle-independent-union-black-friday-on-newbury-street
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November South Shore Social - Bowling!
November 29, 2025 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
https://olindysbowling.com/, 170 Quincy Ave., Quincy MA, 02169Come
hang with South Shore DSA comrades!Join South Shore DSA for candlepin bowling at Olindy's, 170 Quincy Ave. Quincy, MA 02169, starting 2:00pm for a couple of games (unless we feel compelled to play more!), so soft end at 4:00pm. Hard stop is 8:00pm on that day, when Olindy's closes. They sell some refreshments on site, and do not allow outside food.
This is a great chance to generally get to know one another, have fun, and grow the community of
active socialists on the South Shore. DSA curious and members from other parts of the chapter are welcome as well!*Link to RSVP on ActionNetwork:* https://actionnetwork.org/events/november-south-shore-social-bowling