I am running to represent Ward 2 on the Newton City Council because our city is at an inflection point, and I believe my experience, skills and perspective match what Ward 2 voters tell me they are looking for as we consider significant growth and change in the months and…
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An immigrant from Kiev fleeing antisemitism, my grandfather purchased a cobblestone home on Cabot Street in the 1930’s. Nearly a century later, my wife and I are raising our daughter there. I served as a Presidential Appointee in the Obama-Biden Administration and am a Newton small business owner. I’ve built…
As a longstanding community member of Newton, I enthusiastically endorse Dan Gaynor for Newton City Council, Ward 2. Gaynor was born, raised, and still lives on Cabot Street – and has a vision tailored to the community that he would serve. He is focused on ensuring that Newton remains an ideal…
As an education policy advocate, I wholeheartedly endorse Dan Gaynor for Newton City Council. Our schools are integral to our community, shaping responsible citizens and making Newton a sought-after place for families. With educators currently negotiating their next contract, it’s paramount to focus on retaining and attracting top-notch teachers. Dan…
I’m writing to support Dan Gaynor for Ward 2 City Councilor. I had the pleasure of meeting Dan a few months ago to discuss some issues of importance to me, including Newton’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It was clear from that conversation that Dan shared deeply in that…
I write to enthusiastically share my support for Doris Ann Sweet for Ward 4 Councilor. I have known Doris Ann for 20 years and currently work alongside her on the Outreach Board at the United Parish of Auburndale. She is thoughtful, tireless, and a person of great integrity. Doris Ann’s…
As a longtime Newton citizen and retired clinical psychologist, I strongly urge Newton voters to support a positive future by voting for Doris Ann Sweet for Ward 4 City Councilor. In her professional – as well as her personal – life, Doris Ann has been laser focused on being helpful to others. She’s a…
We are extremely fortunate to have an experienced and capable candidate like Dan Gaynor to represent Ward 2 on the City Council. His focus on sustainability, affordability, and walkability informs his approach to the zoning proposals now before the Council. He understands the importance of keeping our village centers strong…
Randy Block will be an exceptional advocate for Ward 4. This is one of the many reasons Chris Markiewicz has endorsed Randy to be his successor. Randy is committed to hearing from all sides. More importantly, he doesn’t presume to know more than his neighbors and colleagues. This alone will…
I first met Doris Ann in 2008 when she was helping to advocate for the Auburndale Community Library to stay open. Doris Ann has also assisted residents struggling to pay rent and medical bills, by co-managing the United Parish of Auburndale’s charitable fund. Doris Ann is a measured, can-do community…