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Door-to-door with candidate Greg Schwartz: Key take-aways and closing arguments

Fig City News spoke with the three candidates running to succeed retiring State Representative Ruth Balser, to learn about their conversations with voters as they canvassed the 12th Middlesex district before the September 3 Primary election. Did talking with several thousand potential constituents change their perspective about what they would…

Reddy: Amy Sangiolo for 11th Middlesex State Representative

I am writing to express my strong support for Amy Sangiolo as the State Representative for the 11th Middlesex District. As a young resident of Newton, I am particularly aware of the critical need for proactive climate action. Amy’s dedication to environmental advocacy has been steadfast throughout her career. Her…

Spingarn & Reuter: We Need a Doc in the House!

We are two pediatricians who have practiced primary care in Newton for over three decades. We witness how bad policies hurt children. Our state government needs leadership in the State House that understands medical care, health policy, and the impact each has on the well-being of all of us. That leadership…

Albright: Support for Greg Schwartz

I rarely endorse candidates, but for Greg Schwartz I’ve made an exception. He has the qualities we need in a state representative — an exceptional and empathetic listener who puts a great deal of thought and care into his decisions.  Greg is an independent thinker who will always strive to do what…

JCRC in conversation with candidates for the 11th and 12th Middlesex House seats

With both longtime State Representatives retiring, organizations representing specific constituencies are inviting candidates to speak to members and respond to relevant questions. The Jewish Community Relations Council (JCRC) of Greater Boston hosted two forums on Wednesday, August 7, with the six candidates — three running for Kay Khan seat in…

Humphrey: Why I should be the 12th Middlesex District State Representative

I’m Bill Humphrey, and I’m asking for your vote by September 3rd in the Democratic State Primary for the 12th Middlesex House district of Newton & Brookline.  I’m running because I want Massachusetts to be a Commonwealth for everyone and a beacon for the nation. This race is about what…

Lipof: Why I should be the 12th Middlesex District State Representative

I was born and raised in Newton and after 22 years serving as your City Councilor at-Large, I’m running because I am uniquely qualified to forward our district’s values and needs. I will look to bring as much local funding as possible to our district for education, infrastructure, seniors, mental…

Linder & Shames: Amy Sangiolo for State Representative

Amy Sangiolo has our vote for State Representative. She was one of the founders of the highly successful Fig City News online news site, restoring vital local journalism to Newton. She first started the site as a newsletter in 2015, to provide easy-to-find information about the Newton City Council’s work…

Levin: Bill Humphrey for State Representative, 12th Middlesex

I’m proud to be supporting my City Councilor Bill Humphrey for State Representative in the 12th Middlesex District in Newton and Brookline. I believe he will be a superb legislator. Bill is a good listener and a committed progressive who devotes most of his time to improving the political process.…

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