Six Weeks Until Election Day: Announcing New Endorsements

Election Day is six weeks away. And that’s coming up fast.

In that spirit, we’re proud to announce a new round of endorsements, voted on by our members.

A few quick reminders first:

  • Confirm your polling location at wheredoivotema.com.
  • Apply for a mail-in ballot here.  
  • Register to vote or update your registration here.

MA House: Re-Election Endorsements

3rd Bristol: State Rep Carol Doherty

The District: Easton (Precinct 4A, 5, 6), Taunton (Ward 1 Precincts A, B; Wards 2, 5, 7, 8)

Rep. Carol Doherty has been fighting to ensure that all students get the resources and supports they need. She understands that every community in our Commonwealth thrives when we invest in education and infrastructure, when we strengthen workers’ rights, and when our government is accessible and accountable to the public they serve.

Learn more about her campaign at https://caroldoherty.com/.

17th Worcester: State Rep David Leboeuf

The District: Leicester (Precincts 2, 4); Worcester (Ward 7; Ward 8 Precincts 2, 3, 4, 6; Ward 10 Precinct 6)

Rep. David LeBoeuf has been a strong advocate for expanding health care access and removing economic barriers facing the most marginalized. A committed supporter of bold climate action, he understands how housing, climate, and economic justice are connected and co-filed the top piece of legislation this past session to advance that vision of climate action. Learn more about his campaign at https://www.davidleboeuf.org.

New MA Senate Endorsements

Second Suffolk: State Rep Liz Miranda

The District: Boston (Roxbury, Mattapan, Dorchester, Hyde Park, Mission Hill, Jamaica Plain)

Rep. Liz Miranda has been a strong champion for immigrants’ rights, criminal legal reform, maternal health, and environmental justice and is a legislator who knows how to fight to win. She brings a powerful lived experience and a commitment to policy and robust constituent services. She has been a vocal ally for individuals and groups fighting for justice in Massachusetts, and we need more people like her in office.

Learn more about her campaign at https://www.lizmiranda.com/.

Hampden, Hampshire, & Worcester: State Rep Jake Oliveira

The District: Belchertown, Chicopee (Ward 1 Precincts A, B; Ward 6 Precincts A, B; Ward 8 Precinct B; Ward 9 Precinct B; East Longmeadow; Granby; Hampden; Longmeadow; Ludlow; Palmer; South Hadley; Springfield; Ward 6 Precincts B, D; Ward 7 Precincts B, C, D, E, F, G, H1; Warren; Wilbraham)

Rep. Jake Oliveira has been a strong champion of public education and a reliable ally for transit and environmental justice activists in Western Mass. As a former advocate for the state association of school committees and the state association for public universities, he understands well how investing in education is critical for equity and economic vitality.

Learn more about his campaign at https://www.jakeoliveira.org/.

New MA House Endorsements

9th Norfolk: Kevin Kalkut

The District: Medfield (Precincts 3, 4), Millis (Precinct 1), Norfolk, Plainville, Walpole (Precinct 5), Wrentham

Kevin Kalkut has a shown a commitment to public service via the Norfolk Planning Board and Norfolk Select Board and to coalition-building, having brought together stakeholders to create a plan to expand multifamily zoning while preserving green space. He would be a strong advocate for public education, reproductive health care, affordable housing, and climate action.

Learn more about his campaign at https://www.kalkut4rep.com/.

5th Suffolk: Chris Worrell

The District: Boston (Roxbury, Dorchester)

Chris Worrell has a strong background in public service and community engagement, especially ensuring greater voice for impacted communities. As a state legislator, he will fight to address deep-rooted education and housing inequities and ensure that Roxbury and Dorchester are able to benefit from our state’s economic prosperity.  

Learn more about his campaign at https://votechristopherworrell.com/.

11th Worcester: Stephen Fishman

The District: Shrewsbury; Westborough (Precinct 4)

Stephen Fishman is a former small business owner who understands that small businesses thrive when we invest in strong public education and transportation systems. Unlike the Republican incumbent he is challenging, he would be a reliable advocate for workers’ rights, voting rights, and reproductive justice.

Learn more about his campaign at https://stephenfishman.org/.

Reminder: Our Endorsements Continuing to the General

As a reminder, these join our other endorsees advancing to November:

  • Rahsaan Hall for Plymouth County District Attorney: https://www.hall4da.com
  • State Senator Becca Rausch for the Norfolk, Worcester, and Middlesex state senate district: https://www.beccarausch.com/
  • Robyn Kennedy for the First Worcester state senate district: https://www.kennedy4senate.com/
  • Manny Cruz for the 7th Essex state house district: https://www.mannycruz.org/
  • James Arena-DeRosa for the 8th Middlesex state house district: https://www.jamesforstaterep.com/
  • Teresa English for the 22nd Middlesex state house district: https://www.voteteresaenglish.org/
  • Erika Uyterhoeven for the 27th Middlesex state house district: https://www.electerika.com/
  • Rita Mendes for the 11th Plymouth state house district: https://ritamendes.com/
  • Sam Montaño for the 11th Suffolk state house district: https://www.samforboston.com/