Ben Sigel – We must seize this moment

Ben Sigel – We must seize this moment

by | Aug 14, 2020 | Newton | 1 comment

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 must seize this moment. Like family, community is not just about coming together in good times and bad times, it is about...

Cavell Drops out of CD-4 Race to Back Mermell, Stop Auchincloss

by | Aug 13, 2020 | Newton | 4 comments

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.”

Ihssane Leckey Accused of Mistreating Staff

by | Aug 11, 2020 | Newton | 8 comments

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

Jake Auchincloss – 2 Short Stories

by | Aug 10, 2020 | Newton | 6 comments

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...
The Globe endorses Jake Auchincloss

The Globe endorses Jake Auchincloss

by | Jul 31, 2020 | Newton | 9 comments

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

What a Difference a President Makes

by | Jul 17, 2020 | Newton | 41 comments

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...