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Supporters of the Massachusetts Coalition for Independent Work gather at Springfield City Hall on August 3, 2021. Photo by Christopher Evans.

August 3, 2021

Myths vs. Facts: Opponents of Benefits and Flexibility for Drivers Spread Falsehoods on Ballot Question

The ballot measure is supported by a fast-growing coalition of drivers and allies in the Massachusetts Coalition for Independent Work.

August 3, 2021

June 3, 2021

Poll: App-based drivers overwhelmingly prefer independent contractor status, value flexibility

83% of drivers support legislation that offers more benefits while maintaining independent contractor status.

June 3, 2021

June 3, 2021

State House News Service: Poll Tests Drivers’ Opinions on Work Rules, Benefits

Poll: 64% of drivers prefer "independent contractor" status

June 3, 2021

Driver smiles while resting hand on steering wheel

April 20, 2021

State House News Service: Gig Worker Classification Debate Heats Up With New Poll

Majority of voters support bill that would increase benefits for app-based workers, while maintaining their flexibility and independence.

April 20, 2021

Bike rider smiles while holding phone and resting hand on bicycle handle

April 20, 2021

POLITICO Massachusetts Playbook: Gig economy battle shifts into gear

Seventy percent of Massachusetts voters support a bill that would offer app-based workers more benefits.

April 20, 2021

March 3, 2021

Boston Globe: Fight over status of gig workers heats up on Beacon Hill

'The flexibility to work when, where, and for however long we want...means we are able to build work around our lives.'

March 3, 2021

March 3, 2021

Boston Business Journal: Local nonprofits join Uber, Lyft in new coalition for ‘app-based workers’

'App-based work has been key for Black and Brown communities.'

March 3, 2021

Supporters of the Massachusetts Coalition for Independent Work gather at Springfield City Hall on August 3, 2021. Photo by Christopher Evans.

March 3, 2021

Social Justice, Business, Tech Groups Launch Coalition in Support of App-Based Workers

New group aims to protect workers by advocating for extending benefits and protections, while preserving flexibility.

March 3, 2021

A person using a hands free phone clip whilst driving a car.

February 3, 2021

MassLive.com (opinion): Keep flexibility for gig economy, but add benefits too

"We don’t have to pick between flexibility and traditional benefits."

February 3, 2021

January 28, 2021

Boston Globe (letter): As seen in Calif. vote, many gig workers want both independence and benefits

"I have been able to count on my income from DoorDash to pay my bills on my own schedule, on my own terms."

January 28, 2021

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