The Ward 6 School Committee race has exposed a stark contrast between two approaches to public service; Mali Brodt’s is one built on merit and expertise. The choice for Newton voters is simple: Mali is the demonstrably superior candidate. Our children deserve the most qualified leader; Mali Brodt is it. Mali’s two…
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On November 4th, Newton voters will have the opportunity to elect new members to the City Council. For this election, I am endorsing John Chaimanis and Lisa Gordon for Councilor At-Large, and Julie Irish for Ward 5 Councilor. John has fought for social justice in education and the environment and…
I’m writing to share my strong support for Mali Brodt for the Newton School Committee. I feel so lucky to have worked with Mali for seven years at Josiah Quincy Upper School in Boston, where I got to see up close her incredible dedication to her students. She put her…
As a longtime Newton resident, I take seriously the responsibility of evaluating City Council candidates and casting an informed vote. Local government decisions—on housing, zoning, transportation, budgeting, and environmental priorities—directly affect our quality of life. That’s why I make a point of learning about each candidate’s record, approach, and understanding…
Newton has been my home for over 25 years, and I’m running for City Council because I care deeply about the people and villages that make it special. As a software engineer and product manager, I’ve built my career on solving complex problems through collaboration and careful listening — skills…
I am writing to express my strong support for Mali Brodt’s candidacy for the Newton School Committee. Having had the privilege of both my children educated by Mali, I witnessed the profound and positive impact she had on them, particularly during their formative middle school years. Mali is not only an…
I strongly support Mali Brodt (Ward 6) for School Committee. Mali Brodt was a middle school history teacher for 16 years. She is now a School Adjustment Counselor in Reading Public Schools. The fact that Mali has a long history working in public schools is the number one reason that I am supporting her. Anyone…
I am voting for John Chaimanis. Why? Because he is a leader who brings new ideas and solid experience with budgets and fiscal planning. Newton needs this. In many ways, we’re in a rut—facing financial problems that show up in our sidewalks and roads, our schools, our small businesses, our commercial…
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…
Fig City News has published a free Special Print Edition to inform voters before the 2025 municipal election. Below are listed the 88 local shops, banks, and community facilities across the city where you can pick up a copy. (If any need restocking, email [email protected].) This 16-page voter’s guide contains:…

