As your Ward 6 Councilor-at-Large, I have worked closely with Rick Lipof for many years and I can say with full confidence that he will represent the 12th Middlesex District as he has the City of Newton, with energy, creativity and compassion. As Vice President of the Council, Chair of…
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I have known Rick Lipof as a dear friend and neighbor for 25 years. We lived on the same street and raised our kids together, all of them attending the Newton public schools and the same Synagogue. We did family dinners and holidays together, celebrated our children’s achievements and milestones,…
I first met Amy Sangiolo in 2021, and from my first encounter with her, I could tell she was genuine, honest, and sincere. Since then, I have had the privilege of knowing, learning from, and looking up to her. Whenever I raise an issue facing Newton, I am always met…
I am writing to endorse Amy Sangiolo for State Representative from the 11th Middlesex District. My overriding issue in every election is climate change. From my earliest days as a climate activist, Amy has been a valued mentor and advisor. Early in 2013 then-Alderman (sic) Sangiolo mentored me in working with…
Greg Schwartz has been our family doctor for twenty years, and he is our choice for “doctor in the house” of the Massachusetts State Legislature. As our doctor, Greg has always been thoroughly informed, caring and informative in responding to our needs, and wonderful with follow-through. We have also known…
I’m writing to support Bill Humphrey for State Representative in the 12th Middlesex District in Newton and Brookline. Bill has been an effective and committed City Councilor in Newton, and I believe he is ready to move to the state level. I first met Bill in 2004 when he was…
I am writing to express my strong support for Bill Humphrey for 12th Middlesex State Representative. Bill is a good listener and will improve life for everyone in Massachusetts, not just a select few. He will take your concerns seriously and work tirelessly to fix the broken legislature. Bill has…
Greg Schwartz would be a terrific State Rep. I followed closely his work while he was on the Council at Newton, and he was superb. He didn’t seem to have an agenda but just to think about each issue from scratch and doing what’s best for the town. Emanuele ViolaNewton Highlands
Having worked closely on the Newton City Council with all three of my former colleagues now vying for the 12th District State Representative seat, I believe Councilor Rick Lipof will be the most effective state legislator for Newton and Brookline. Rick is a community builder, a listener and a problem solver. His…
With Amy Sangiolo succeeding Kay Khan, Newton once again has an opportunity to be represented by an outstanding progressive woman at the State House. As her colleague on the Newton City Council (Board of Aldermen) for 12 of her 20 years of service, and given her work with the state’s…