Lennon and Fuller in their own words

The Boston Globe’s John Hilliard asked candidates for mayor Scott Lennon and Ruthanne Fuller ten questions including about the charter, our village centers, housing and transportation. And John also asked Newton residents about their choices for mayor.

In addition, today I had the privilege to moderate a chamber debate with the two candidates at Mount Ida College. We talked about tax overrides, the school budget, unions, health care, Northland, management styles and big ideas.

 

My name is Ruthanne Schwartz Fuller and I’m running for mayor of Newton

My name is Ruthanne Schwartz Fuller and I’m running for mayor of Newton

Village 14 is inviting all candidates for mayor, city council or school committee to submit a single guest column between now and Aug 1.

I’m running for Mayor because there’s a lot at stake for Newton – for our schools, for our neighborhoods and village centers, and for our taxpayers.

Our next Mayor must build on the strong tradition of progressive leadership to ensure all residents have access to the great schools and livable neighborhoods that make this a special place to live.

Our next Mayor must prepare responsibly for the financial and strategic challenges to come.

Most of all, our next Mayor must listen, to give citizens in all parts of Newton – from the Lake to Oak Hill, and all parts in between – a voice in the decisions that