Affordable Housing Meets Affordable Heat: A Massachusetts Fantasy

In this week's episode of Political Contessa, Jennifer takes the spotlight to address pressing issues in Massachusetts. Jennifer brings her rich experience in political commentary, advocacy, and public service, highlighting her dynamic approach to dissecting political events and decisions that impact everyday citizens.

Jennifer's target is the recent escalations of utility rates in Massachusetts, scrutinizing the state’s Department of Public Utilities decisions. She discusses the bipartisan response from Massachusetts lawmakers expressing concern over these steep increases, which have seen energy rates soar by up to 35%. Highlighting the burden this places on residents, especially those in affordable housing, she criticizes the profit-driven motives of utility companies like Eversource and National Grid. Further, she unpacks the role of government leaders, specifically pointing at the governor's lack of intervention and how this crisis underscores the importance of voting, knowing elected officials, and making one's voice heard.

“Energy rates have soared, soared 30, 35%. It's insane”

- Jennifer Nassour

This week on Political Contessa:

• Bipartisan concern over Massachusetts utility rate hikes
• The burden of energy costs on residents in affordable housing
• Eversource and National Grid’s profit motives
• Role of the Department of Public Utilities in rate increases
• Criticism of government inaction on utility price control
• Importance of voting and knowing elected officials
• The responsibility of governors to their state's citizens
• Financial implications of shelter programs for illegal immigrants

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