The Massachusetts-based nonprofit organization Free Speech for People (FSFP) filed a complaint Thursday challenging former President Donald Trump’s eligibility to appear on the state’s presidential primary and general election ballot under the 14th Amendment.
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FSFP has pushed for similar 14th Amendment ballot challenges against the former president in Illinois, Minnesota, Oregon, and Michigan.
The nonprofit sent letters in June 2021 to the secretaries of state and chief election officials in all 50 states and Washington, D.C. in an effort to “hold insurrectionists accountable for their role in the violent assault on American democracy.”
Following in the footsteps of the recent decisions by the Colorado Supreme Court and Maine Secretary of State Shenna Bellows, the complaint claims that Trump incited an insurrection against the United States on Jan. 6, 2021.
No U.S. citizen has been convicted or even charged with “insurrection” since Jan. 6, 2021.
Along with the Latino and immigrant civic engagement organization Mi Familia Vota, FSFP launched the website TrumpIsDisqualified.org, a national campaign aimed at barring Trump and other elected officials the group claims were involved in Jan. 6 from any future ballot.
“Trump’s involvement in the violent attack on Congress to prevent the certification of democratic election results clearly disqualifies him from holding any future public office,” the organization stated in a Thursday press release.
The complaint was filed before the Massachusetts Ballot Law Commission on behalf of a group of Republican, Independent, and Democratic Massachusetts voters, including former Boston Mayor Kim Janey (D), and two law professors from Boston College and Harvard University.
[RELATED: Maine Legislators Respond To Trump’s Ban from Colorado Ballot, Possible Removal from Maine Ballot…]
Also involved in filing the complaint was Shannon Liss-Riordan, of the Masachusetts-based civil rights law firm Lichten & Liss-Riordan, P.C.
Liss-Riordan unsuccessfully ran for Massachusetts attorney general in 2022 as a Democrat.
“Today’s legal action is not about partisan politics but about upholding our Constitution, and that is why Massachusetts voters across the political spectrum have joined together to challenge Donald Trump’s wrongful placement on the Massachusetts ballot,” Liss-Riordan said Friday.
“As two other states have already recognized, Donald Trump’s instigation of and participation in the insurrection three years ago provide overwhelming cause for his disqualification from holding office in the United States,” she added, referencing the recent Colorado and Maine decisions.
The Massachusetts GOP responded in opposition to the ballot challenge Thursday, calling the move a “dangerous precedent for democracy.”
“Democracy demands that voters be the ultimate arbiter on suitability for office,” the Massachusetts GOP stated.
The U.S. Supreme Court is expected to weigh in on one of the challenges to Trump’s eligibility to hold public office.
The full complaint can be read here.
Suck it up buttercups. Mark my words, TRUMP WILL NEVER BE PRESIDENT! First we do it on the State level. Next we will do it on the county and city level. There will be no option for write in. The insurrection is a threat to our Democracy, and we will will stop this tyrant.
Thanks, Connor, for being part of the people who are trying to destroy America.
America destroyed itself. We’ve just taken over all the institutions and slowly rebuilding it using Diversity Equity & Inclusion. We have already won, so it is fine if we brag a little. We are De-Colonizing the world bit by bit. America will be dismantled and through Diversity & Equity the resources will be fairly handed out to the rest of the world that suffered under the pains of oppression carried out by you.
It’s funny how the Left opposes “colonialism”, while simultaneously colonizing America with massive numbers of criminals, drug dealers, and third-world immigrants in an attempt to turn us into a third-world country.
Bob, it’s not too late to join the right side of history.
The Dawn of Progressive Governance: Maine Democrat Socialists of America Reshape Portland’s Future
In a groundbreaking political shift, the Maine Democrat Socialists of America (DSA) have emerged as a dominant force in Portland, Maine, ushering in a new era of governance centered around diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). The city’s political landscape has undergone a transformation, with the DSA’s progressive ideals taking center stage. Fueled by a commitment to social justice, the DSA-led administration is determined to address systemic issues and create a more equitable society.
At the forefront of their agenda is the implementation of comprehensive DEI initiatives aimed at dismantling longstanding disparities in Portland. From education to healthcare, the Maine DSA is working tirelessly to ensure that marginalized communities receive the attention and resources they deserve. By fostering an environment that embraces diversity and actively confronts discrimination, the DSA is laying the groundwork for a more just and inclusive city. This shift in power represents a departure from traditional politics and reflects a growing demand for policies that prioritize the needs of all residents, irrespective of their background.
Portland’s political evolution is a testament to the Maine DSA’s commitment to democratic socialism and its vision for a more egalitarian society. Through strategic collaboration with local communities, the DSA is engaging citizens in the decision-making process, fostering a sense of collective responsibility. While some may view this transformation with skepticism, it is undeniable that the Maine DSA’s ascendancy in Portland marks a turning point in the city’s history, where progressive ideals and DEI initiatives take precedence, steering the community toward a future defined by fairness, inclusivity, and social justice.
Connor, I’d stop reading the Maine Wire if I were you and go back to reading Pravda or the People’s Daily.
Conner
Communists and Marxists like you won’t win. Real Americans don’t like your type and your utter hate for America. Wouldn’t you be better off living in Venezuela or North Korea? It is a better fit. By the way, we are a Republic, not a Democracy.
We’ve already captured most institutions. Portland Maine and many other local cities & towns carry out our demands. The majority of the youth support Socialism and even Communism at this point. Joe Biden mocks you and the people he imprisoned. Let me know when you start winning. We hold the positions of power. Even you beloved Haley despises the MAGA worshippers. Ron DeSantis wants nothing to do with Trump. The Republican part is thrown into chaos and being lead by cowards. We see it. We seize it.
Hey Connor The Commoner,
Here’s some insight for you, as it seems you’re great at reading the Portland Press Herald but not so great at reading important things like The Federalist Papers. You think because the teachers brainwash all the children in public schools and universities that you’ve won?? It’s not nearly that simple. Public schools and colleges have the lowest enrollment in decades for that exact reason. Parents are catching on and children like mine understand your distorted perception of reality and our country. We understand that your electric car mandates and required dependency upon the electric grid will be used to make sure that someday, no descending voices will be heard. We watch as “YOU ALL” decide who we have the right to vote for and who will become our President.
I’ll let you in on a little secret. For over 300 years, New England has been referred to as The Hornets Nest, because if you screw with one, we all come out fighting. You have started a war you cannot win. When enough of us have had our rights trampled on, you will find out first hand, what we do with tyrants and traitors. You will learn that the only thing you accomplished was tearing a country apart and sacrificing many for the causes of a few. You will see why a small group of men, with no boots or coats and barely working rifles, fought insurmountable odds to provide us with this great nation, and what we are willing to do to take it back from people like you. People that have never fought anything real in your entire life. You should educate yourself, before someone else has to teach you.
My name is James Grovo and I live in Oxford Maine. I pray you will hurry up and get on with it, so I may fight this fight, instead of my children.
I have to admit, I got a good laugh at the thought of an organization called Free Speech for People is attempting to prohibit a person from speaking. It takes a special kind of idiocy to be this hypocritical
@James, we don’t need to fight. We just have to keep tricking you and then locking you up. Look at January 6th. We got multiple leaders of Proud Boys imprisoned for 15-20 years. We locked up all the top militia leadership like Oath Keepers, 3 Percenters, and many other mid level groups. We seized most cities also. Part of the Communist playbook is to take the hubs of control and then disable those living in the country-side.
We advance 50 times and you advance 3. You’re all reactionaries playing chess while we force every one of your moves. You elect cowards who just want clicks and likes on facebook/twitter. They collect money from you and never win.
The reason I can be so bold is that we have already won. This is not a Revolution isolated to America. This is a Global Revolution lead by China to lead ALL of the Oppressed groups across the world against the Colonialist West. The Democrat party is on our side cause they realized what was happening. We literally have opened the border and invading this country as we speak.
Check mate bub
The American communist (democrat) party will do any dirty trickery they can in order to stay in power. This is not news…..this is just what we have come to expect from leftists in America today.
@Woodcanoe, cry about it. We’re advancing like an army of ants. this is not just about America, but Western Colonialism world-wide. We will and are going through a De-Colonization process. Republicans cry out in pain cause old white boomers of privilege can no longer live life on easy mode. We already have seized most institutions and your children. Within a decade you will be begging us for mercy.
You can lead a horse to water, but can not make it drink. You can show a leftist/RINO the truth, but you can not make them believe it.
Jimmy Carter implemented the Department Of Education (DOE) at the Federal level. Prior to that time each state funded, and governed their own educational systems. Pre DOE those who were part of the public education system were taught critical thought process skills whereas after the implementation of the DOE those who attended the public education system were taught what to think verses how too. The consolidation of power to the Federal level is imperative for the control, not governance of We The Peoples, and is an anathema to the state up power structure that the US Constitution provides for the republic of states that form the US. It is also a core tenant of Marxist ideology. Conner should have no issue with this correlation as he has stated his own belief in this system although historically within the last century over one hundred million have been murdered, or died under this form of governance, a fact that either escaped, of does not matter to him.
Those such as Connor who offer little substance in their comments other than regurgitated talking points devoid of any personal introspective is a very good example of how the public educational system has degraded since the inception of the Carter DOE. Although Connor is not all wrong in his comments, the basis of his distain only looks at the tip of the iceberg singling out a recent period of time in humanity, and ignores known history of the barbarism that is inclusive of all races on every continent until the Magna Carter started the change from the practice of rape, pillage, and plunder to rule of law.
As an example: Connor speaks of the poor treatment of indigenous peoples here in US during its formative years. He is not completely wrong in his comments here, but he is only looking at one very small point in time as a basis of these assertions. Prior to European settlers arriving in North America the indigenous peoples waged war upon each others constantly with murder, rape, and slavery all being part of their historical legacy, however this reality does no align with the most cherished status of victimhood that the leftist embrace. There are also examples of European, and indigenous peoples joining ranks to take on rival indigenous tribes at that point in time; this is part of known history, but in the federalized DOE an accurate account of history in not taught, and therefore is unknown by most who grew up after the establishment of the DOE. A month or so back a contributor to the Unz Review penned a very good article on this subject that explores this history in detail.
Another fault in Conners logic is that by his assertions the indigenous peoples as we know them were the original inhabitants of North America, but he offers no substantive proofs of this being documented history, and is therefore again regurgitating tip of the iceberg talking points. Graham Hancock’s most recent works America Before which I recommend all to listen to his presentation of has created a human timeline that goes back nearly one hundred fifty thousand years in North America, and in this presentation challenges many of our preordained beliefs, or teachings such as the Out Of Africa theory as an example rather speculating that North America might of been the starting point of humanity.
This theory is based both on geological record of identical rock/mineral formations found in North America along with Antarctica, and DNA based record that links early humanity to North America. Although I find this presentation very interesting, I would like to see more evidence before I could sign on to the concept as unlike the belief in tip of the iceberg logic, I personally require broad based evidence of a claim prior to embracing it. I also find Conners use of the words “seized power” as very telling, and frighteningly accurate as the corruption in our elections is not limited to the most recent elections, but goes back a quarter of a century in its most blatant form embracing the digital medium, and has been engaged in by both major political parties. Corruption of course predates this time period, but has been on steroids since the inception of digital voting.
Connor is a victim of the powers that be who utilize those who do not exercise critical thought as a tool for their divide and concur strategy. He is not alone both as an individual, and as part of the political party that he subscribes to, RINOS are no different. I am not a person who subscribes to any organized religion as I see those institutions as being corrupted as well, however remove the dogma and the core tenants contained within these historical belief systems say treat others as you wish to be treated yourself. Yes, that is most likely not verbatim, but for those who are Christians remember the words a well man does not need a doctor….also not verbatim.
President Trump has his day in court coming at which point he will provide in his defense the evidence that the 2020 election was not an honest election, and when this day comes I wonder will commentators such as Connor come back to admit that they were wrong, or will their arrogance keep them from doing so? Dr. Jan Halper Haze is a contractor for the department of defense, and is a clinical psychologist. She has recently set up a Rumble channel where her interviews on her works for the DOD can be heard.
Another person of interest that brings to the table a prospective based on military law, executive orders, PEADS, and established statutes is Derek Johnson, he can also be found on Rumble. Although I personally find his style a little aggressive, his information is solidly based. For those who are interested in truth, and not just a spoonful of your daily opinion, outrage, etc….I would recommend listening to both of these people as both offer a glimpse into the military operations that are taking place to restore the US republic to its original charter that predates the Organic Act that put the republic into a corporation, and was the first step in its decline.
President Trump is an instrument in this process, and because of this he is relentlessly persecuted to dissuade others from aligning themselves with the process. The January sixth farce is also to the same end focused on We The Peoples. This is all coming to a head, and the next year is to be a very rocky road, however after (during?) this period of time the 460,000 + sealed indictments that have been building in numbers since the fall of 2017 will start to be unsealed, those named within these indictments arrested, and tried in military tribunals.
President Trump will be vindicated, his promise to drain the swamp will become reality in this massive Rico sting, and America short of the few…an estimated ten percent will have awakened to the extreme corruption at every level that has festered in our republic. America will then become a phoenix.
So “Free Speech for People” wants to silence the American voters. So democrat, so, so democrat.
The Founders of America believed in a system that offered “Liberty and Justice” for all citizens. They would be totally mortified to see a bureaucrat like Bellows, never answering to the voters but only to her Marxist party ideology, taking it upon herself to tell us who we can vote for and who we can’t vote for. Pray tell who made that silly fool into a “queen” able to control the rest of us by royal edict? When I went to school we read history and know that the Founders fought and won a war against King Geo III who ruled the colonists the say way Bellows is trying to do.
You don’t have to look any further than these leftist fools to see who the REAL threat to democracy is. “Threat to democracy” is their favorite talking point. They should look in the mirror to see who the threat is really coming from.
@woodcanoe in Alinskies (spelling?) rules for radicals he says to accuse those for the same as what you are doing. This, in todays world is often referred to as projection. And as an FYI….both H. Clinton, and Obama both spoke highly of him.
None of us on the Left are denying what we are doing. The reason we are all cheering for Bellows is cause she made a bold step for all of us. We can be more bold now that the wool has been removed. We’ve already achieved institutional power, control of your kids, and allied with your enemies. We did this in plain sight. Biden, Bellows, Mills, whoever, have either directly or indirectly declared their allegiance to the Marxist Revolution that is happening. We’ll continue to advance through laws, policy, and social justice.