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Massachusetts progressives boo Gov. Healey’s proposed emergency shelter changes: ‘Disconnected from reality’

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Gov. Maura Healey proposed major changes to state-run emergency shelter program Wednesday .

Advocates say the requests will lead to more children and families stranded in the bitterly cold streets.

Some critics welcome the governor’s requests, some of which raise questions, they say.

Massachusetts GOP spokesman: "We need to ensure that emergency shelters are reserved for long-term Massachusetts residents".