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02 Jun 2026
1h 52m

BPR Full Show 6/2: MA Governor Answers Listener Questions

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Boston Public Radio Podcast

Governor Maura Healey addresses critical state issues, including new guidelines for handling ICE agents in sensitive locations like schools and hospitals, and the logistical preparations for the upcoming World Cup in Massachusetts. The discussion highlights the administration's efforts to increase housing supply through the conversion of state-owned land into residential units and the implementation of programs to reduce housing costs for middle-class residents. Additionally, the episode features CNN’s John King, who analyzes the political landscape surrounding the Maine Senate race and the broader implications of the 2026 midterm elections. The conversation also touches on the role of sports fandom in fostering community and the potential return of tennis legend Serena Williams to competitive play, emphasizing the intersection of public policy, national politics, and cultural engagement.

Outlines

Part 1: State Policy, Infrastructure

Part 2: Social Regulation, Local Politics

Part 3: National Analysis, Culture, Ethics

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