Alan Khazei – It’s Time to Put People Before Politics
Editor’s Note: This post is part of Village14’s ongoing series allowing 1 column from each candidate for Congress in the 4th District. – Bryan We face a historic crisis. People are hurting all across our district, contending with the pandemic and resulting economic...
Ihssane Leckey – We can work together to build the world our children deserve
Editor’s Note: This post is part of Village14’s ongoing series allowing 1 column from each candidate for Congress in the 4th District. – Bryan Dear Newton voters, I am running for Congress to be your voice in the U.S. Congress, and to bring power back to working...Cavell Drops out of CD-4 Race to Back Mermell, Stop Auchincloss
From the Boston Globe this morning:
Dave Cavell, a former Obama speechwriter who pitched himself as a progressive option in the Fourth Congressional District, said Thursday he will drop from the crowded Democratic primary in an attempt to coalesce support behind another liberal candidate.
“One thing that has been abundantly clear is there is one candidate in this race who should not represent the Fourth District,” he said. “As someone who has committed my entire career to fighting for these issues — the climate crisis, gun violence, reproductive rights, public education — I refuse to make it more likely that the people in this district, especially our Black and brown neighbors, are represented by someone we cannot trust.”
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“I got into the race for the same reason I’m getting out. Because I care about the issues,” Cavell said. “I do believe that Jesse can be the progressive fighter for this district.”
Becky Grossman – I can’t wait to roll up my sleeves in Washington
Editor’s Note: This post is part of Village14’s ongoing series allowing 1 column from each candidate for Congress in the 4th District. – Bryan In the immediate aftermath of Donald Trump’s election in 2016, like so many others, I had this nagging feeling that there was...Ihssane Leckey Accused of Mistreating Staff
From Politico’s Massachusetts Playbook: The Boston chapter of the Democratic Socialists of America] received a letter from a group of former Leckey campaign staffers that alleged the candidate mistreated her staff. The document also raised concerns about...
Jake Auchincloss – 2 Short Stories
Editor’s Note: This post is part of Village14’s ongoing series allowing 1 column from each candidate for Congress in the 4th District. – Bryan Hi V14’ers, I’d like to share two stories that I believe highlight why I’ll represent you well in Congress. My website has...
League of Women Voters 10th Middlesex District MA Primary Candidate Forum
The League of Women Voters 10th Middlesex District Primary Candidate Forum will be held on August 12, 2020 at 5:30 pm. Incumbent Representative John Lawn and his challenger Newton City Councilor Alison Leary will be the participants. The candidates will face off at...
Jesse Mermell – Our Fourth District Needs Proven Progressive Leadership
Editor’s Note: This post is part of Village14’s ongoing series allowing 1 column from each candidate for Congress in the 4th District. – Bryan I’m running for Congress to fight for the core Democratic values that are under assault by Donald Trump and...
Calling All Congressional Candidates: Hit us with your best (head)shot
Here ye, here ye, all ye Congressional Candidates! Village14 formally invites you to submit a Guest Post to be displayed on Village 14 (at our discretion). You can write a novel if you must, but I recommend short and interesting if you want it to make a splash. Please...
The Globe endorses Jake Auchincloss
The Boston Globe has endorsed Jake Auchincloss for Congress. …one hopeful stands out in the nine-candidate primary: Newton City Councilor Jake Auchincloss. His track record in local government and his military background as a former Marine captain provide depth...
What a Difference a President Makes
As anyone who follows Newton politics knows, former City Council President Marc Laredo lasted just a single term before being ousted in favor of current President Susan Albright. Earlier this week, Councilor Laredo sent out an email purporting to seek community input...