As members of a local volunteer group that worked closely with Jenna Miara for more than two years, we have seen firsthand the kind of compassionate, capable, and committed leader she is. Jenna would be an exceptional School Committee member, and we are thrilled to vote for her. In 2022,…
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I’m a special educator at Newton North, and I work closely with many members of our Unit C staff. The work these professionals do is foundational to our schools – they are truly the backbone of the system. For our schools to thrive, we need leaders who understand how the…
I am writing to share my strong support for Mali Brodt for School Committee (running at Large for Ward 6). I have known Mali for several years and can attest that she is thoughtful, smart, and, in this polarized world, truly open to hearing from multiple viewpoints. Mali is a seasoned educator…
I’m writing to voice my strong support for Garry Miller and to encourage others to take a close look at his experience and commitment to our city. Garry and I have had several thoughtful conversations about what makes an effective Ward Councilor, and I’ve been deeply impressed by his dedication…
I’m proud to support Cyrus Dahmubed for City Council. A lifelong Auburndale resident, Cyrus combines a deep love for our city with the skills and creativity to help it thrive. As an architectural and urban designer, he understands how our neighborhoods, small businesses, transportation, and natural resources all fit together to make Newton…
In a time when so much of our national conversation is marked by fear and exclusion, I’m excited to see local candidates who lead with compassion for all. That’s why I am enthusiastically supporting Cyrus Dahmubed for At-Large City Councilor for Ward 4. At 32, Cyrus would be the youngest…
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…
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…