Why is Massachusetts a commonwealth, not a state? | GBH - WGBH.org
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WebAug 17, 2022 · You’ve heard it in speeches and seen it on government documents: Massachusetts is not a state. It’s a commonwealth. But what does that actually mean? Massachusetts is one of four commonwealths in the nation, the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania and Kentucky.
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