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Maura Healey: “Massachusetts is one of the safest states in the country.”

Featuring: Maura Healey, Democratic | Governor of Massachusetts

Gov. Healey speaks at Massachusetts Democratic Convention

Published May 30, 2026 | Video Starts at 16:42

Prioritizing public transit. We're also prioritizing public safety. And now I want you to know public safety in Massachusetts is something we should be proud of. Do you know Massachusetts is one of the safest states in the country. It Is. And I know why that is. Last week, I attended the funeral service of Massachusetts State Trooper Kevin Traynor. This week, on Monday, I'll be attending the service of Boston firefighter Bobby Kilduff. (16:42–16:45)

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