Newton voters presumably want to know about the experience and expertise of all candidates for School Committee. They rightfully expect School Committee members to be effective stewards of our public education system, to promote good policies and services for all our schools, to value excellence in education and to advocate…
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As election day approaches, many are ready for new leadership. I am ready for leaders who listen and don’t lecture. Many are tired of being told what to think vs. being asked what we think. I recognize this skill in John Chaimanis, candidate for At-Large City Councilor from Ward 4. I…
I am writing today to enthusiastically support Julie Irish for Ward 5 Councilor. City Councilor is often a thankless job, and being a Ward Councilor is perhaps even more so. You are the first call for residents’ problems and expected to have the answers for most issues. A great Ward…
This is a pivotal year for the Newton Public Schools, with a new Mayor on the horizon and six of eight School Committee seats turning over. As a Newton parent and voter, I’ve followed these races closely, and one candidate stands out for his vision, integrity, and readiness to lead…
Newton’s schools have had a rough stretch — strikes, tight budgets, and constant debate. We all want great teachers and strong programs, but we also need leaders who can make good ideas actually work. That’s why I’m supporting Jonathan Greene (Ward 6, at-large). I got to know Jonathan early in our…
How long have you lived in Newton, Jason? Going on eight years. I date it from the age of my daughter. We were in the South End, and we moved when number two was on the way. Did you move here for the schools? Schools were the biggest driver. …We…
Brittany Hume Charm is running unopposed for one of the two at-large City Council seats from Ward 5. Current incumbent Andreae Downs is not running, and the other incumbent, Rena Getz, is running for reelection. Ms. Charm and her husband, Phil, moved from San Francisco to Newton in 2021, prompted…
Attorney Brian Golden, running unopposed candidate for City Council from Ward 7, is new to Newton politics, but not to elected office. He began his political career as a State Representative, serving 1999-2005, in the same freshman class with former Newton Representative Ruth Balser. Although his district bordered Newton, along…
Jacob Silber is a first-time candidate running unopposed for a Ward 8 at-large City Council seat, currently held by retiring City Councilor Rick Lipof. The other Ward 8 at-large Councilor is David Kalis. Although Mr. Silber has never before been a political candidate, he is following the path of his…
I’m writing to express my enthusiastic support for Julie Irish in her campaign for Ward 5 City Council. As a longtime resident of Newton Upper Falls and current President of the Upper Falls Area Council, Julie brings the kind of grounded, community-first leadership our ward deserves. Julie has spent decades…
I recently attended an event with School Committee candidate Jonathan Greene and have enjoyed reading about his priorities in these pages. I especially appreciate that he values transparency for parents. I’m impressed by his practical perspective, leadership experience, and empathy. I came away convinced that Jonathan Greene is the right…
Lisa Gordon is one of the three candidates seeking one of two at-large City Council positions from Ward 6. Gordon believes her varied volunteer and leadership roles in Newton demonstrate her abilities and dedication to Newton. She has run for City Council previously, including a tight 2023 Ward Council race,…