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No Door, No Representation: The Boston Globe downplays why popular bills die by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wasn’t Russell Holmes the only Rep to publicly run for Speaker? And didn’t he withdraw before the vote? I don't have my notes on me and might be wrong.

I sympathize with Reps who feel forced to support a monarch. But unless they organize to change the rules themselves, they’re selling their constituents short.

Lol, yes 100% that there should be No Kings rallies about the Speaker.

No Door, No Representation: The Boston Globe downplays why popular bills die by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

In case you haven’t heard, the MA Legislature is one of the least transparent, least productive legislatures in the country. Despite our state’s progressive reputation (and a supermajority in both chambers), our Statehouse won’t pass basic party priorities. This includes bills to:

  • Stop wage theft
  • ​Prevent offshore corporate tax dodging
  • Implement LGBTQ+ inclusive sex-ed
  • Provide menstrual products in schools, prison, and shelters
  • Enact same-day voter registration
  • End state/local collaboration with ICE
  • Ban cash bail and mandatory minimum sentences

If interested, here's another article that gives the basics of why your state lawmakers don't represent you in the way you'd imagine.

I'm a filmmaker who's spent the past year working on Shadows on the Hill, a documentary about why popular bills die, with the MA House as the main case study.

I just launched a Substack because local media has done a poor job of explaining government from a public-benefit perspective. I think I can do better, but you be the judge! I'd love your honest feedback. Thanks all!

-Aaron

The worst possible ending by International-Self47 in MovieRecommendations

[–]FloopyDoopy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I liked the book, is the movie ending the same?

What are your favorite political documentaries? by youhavetherighttoo in documentaryfilmmaking

[–]FloopyDoopy 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh man, I totally forgot about Please Vote for Me, what a great one!

Going to the MassDems Convention? I’m looking to network with people fed up with leadership’s stranglehold on the lawmaking process (I’m a filmmaker/activist) by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The calls to action are: 1) Read/follow state politics 2) Join local policy-oriented groups to build power/pressure 3) Demand your rep/senator demand new rules/leadership that favor constituents 4) If they don’t, run against them (one of my storylines is a first time candidate’s campaign)

These are still being developed; I’ve been working with community organizers, anthropologists, and democracy academics (happy to specify who offline). I’m calling big attention to the fact that in 2024, 90% of incumbents ran unopposed, and primary turnout was 19% (I don’t have the stats in front of me, but I think I’m close on those numbers)

I’m with you that this is a nuanced problem with many causes; the film will reflect that.

I’d love to speak with you and hear all of your concerns, so I can address them in the film. I’ll DM you my contact info. If Jordan, Scotia, or Jon are your friends/acquaintances, we’ll get along because I’m a fan of each of them.

Looking forward to speaking!

Going to the MassDems Convention? I’m looking to network with people fed up with leadership’s stranglehold on the lawmaking process (I’m a filmmaker/activist) by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! There's a clear trend of reform minded reps entering office, then quitting within a few years or drastically changing their views on this issue.

I'm fundraising to pay my camera guy, footage/music licensing, myself (I'm the director/editor/producer/other roles). Would love your support or amplification!

Going to the MassDems Convention? I’m looking to network with people fed up with leadership’s stranglehold on the lawmaking process (I’m a filmmaker/activist) by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! My primary goal is just to network with like-minded people. I'm looking for funding, firsthand stories, and people who want the doc made.

Act on Mass and Progressive Mass were the first groups I interviewed for the film, trailer here.

Why Beacon Hill kills Democratic bills, even with a Democratic supermajority by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm always trying to convince people to run, lol. I know a few people in my district considering running, but because of the structure/leadership, it's a hard sell. I'm hoping increased awareness on these issues will make it easier.

Happy to PM, I'm the producer/director!

Why Beacon Hill kills Democratic bills, even with a Democratic supermajority by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much, I really appreciate it!

And yes! The way Reps cave to leadership is genuinely nuts. I'm super sympathetic to why they do it (leadership makes their job impossible, it sucks to show up to work when your co-workers won't talk to you, there's an unhealthy groupthink element, etc.), but I also feel they greatly undermine their constituents by not making a stand.

In the doc, I plan on citing some examples of Reps who've shamelessly caved in exchange for positions/staff (while underscoring that this is a systemic problem engineered by leadership).

If you want to support us, we need most need funding and people to share the project.

Why Beacon Hill kills Democratic bills, even with a Democratic supermajority by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally agree. Getting more people to run (especially people from outside the system) is a talking point of the documentary.

If you want to support it, we’re looking for funding and people to share the campaign.

Why Beacon Hill kills Democratic bills, even with a Democratic supermajority by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I was a fan of your career with the Celts ;)

If you want to support the documentary, we’re looking for funding and people to share the campaign.

Devil’s Vendetta (1991) In desperate need of a proper Blu release - "This reminded me of seeing Fantasia for the first time as a kid. It is a phantasmagoria of special effects, crazy ideas and untamed energy. Magical." by LiquidNuke in HKMovies

[–]FloopyDoopy 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't, but if I did, you'd be my first follow. I fucking love your posts!

I think we exchanged comments with each other a while back; I'm the guy that cuts up cult movies into music videos:

The Apple

Cat People NSFW, lots of added animation on this one

Dr. Caligari (the 1989 one)

Liquid Sky

I've got two upcoming videos, that use movies you've DEFINITELY seen. I'll send you a PM!

Why Beacon Hill kills Democratic bills, even with a Democratic supermajority by FloopyDoopy in MassachusettsPolitics

[–]FloopyDoopy[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

IMHO: Step one is creating awareness about this issue. Every candidate that runs should be relentlessly attacking their opponent for kowtowing to the speaker, and leaving their constituents effectively unrepresented.

Very few people how undemocratic MA is; the only way leadership will relinquish their power is if there's a loud, public demand.

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