This statement was released on April 15, 2025.
BOSTON – Congratulations to Mike Kennealy on his decision to run for Governor of Massachusetts.
Mike has served as a thoughtful and deeply engaged member of Pioneer Institute’s board since 2023. We are grateful for his contributions and his commitment to the Commonwealth.
Pioneer is an independent, non-partisan think tank with offices in Boston and Washington, D.C. Our work is grounded in four policy areas essential to human potential: K–12 education, healthcare, economic opportunity, and American civic values. These issues are especially vital in Massachusetts—a state whose success depends on attracting talent and capital.
Innovation has always come from the states, and democracy depends on citizens who bring ideas, commitment, and a spirit of service to the public square. To preserve Pioneer’s independence, our bylaws require that board members running for office step away from leadership, which Mike has done.
We wish him well in the campaign ahead.
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About Pioneer Institute
Pioneer empowers Americans with choices and opportunities to live freely and thrive. Working with state policymakers, we use expert research, educational initiatives, legal action and coalition-building to advance human potential in four critical areas: K-12Education, Health, Economic Opportunity, and American Civic Values.
