State House Leaders from the Greater Boston Area Endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor

Boston, MA— Today, City Councilor and Candidate for Mayor, Michelle Wu received the endorsements of a broad coalition of Massachusetts legislative and political leaders from across the commonwealth, who believe in her bold vision for the City of Boston and are ready to partner with her to deliver much needed change for our communities.

“I’m honored and excited that our broad, multigenerational, multicultural, multilingual coalition grows today with leaders — representing regional partners and cities across the Commonwealth — who have each delivered change and continue to reshape what’s possible in our communities. I look forward to partnering with them to boldly address our shared challenges, from housing to transportation and climate change,” said Michelle Wu. 

“I'm proud to endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. She is a leader who gets things done and is not afraid of new ideas. From work on climate justice, fare-free public transit, affordable housing and rights for immigrants, Michelle listens to community members and delivers results. I look forward to continuing to partner with her as Mayor,” said Representative Christine Barber. 

“As a lead sponsor of legislation to lift the statewide ban on rent control — and as a strong proponent of free public transit and a Green New Deal — I’m very proud to endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston because she has a vision for bold, systematic change and a proven ability to bring people together to make progress for all residents,” said Representative Mike Connolly. 

“The election of Michelle Wu as our mayor will be one of the most exciting moments in Boston's history. As the first woman and person of color to be mayor, Michelle will lead Boston into a new progressive era that celebrates the amazing diversity of our residents,” said Former State Representative Paul Demakis. 

“I’m with Michelle because Boston needs a mayor ready to lead on climate action and face our biggest challenges head on. She is the candidate in this race who will ensure folks in every pocket of the city realize their full potential,” said Former Senator Ben Downing. 

“I am proud to endorse Michelle Wu to be the next Mayor of Boston. I have been consistently impressed with Michelle's vision to serve the people of Boston, including addressing the housing crisis, combating climate change, and advocating for racial justice, throughout her public service career and run for Mayor of Boston. Michelle has the energy, dedication and bold ideas to make Boston city government work for all of its residents," said Senator Jamie Eldridge. 

“I am proud to endorse my friend Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. I know that she will work with state partners to make our systems more equitable, addressing our climate, housing and transportation challenges directly. I look forward to continuing to partner with Michelle to build communities across the Commonwealth that are healthy, safe, and resilient,” said Representative Sean Garballey. 

“I have known and worked with Michelle for many years, and have seen first hand her character, determination, and vision. She changed the debate on transportation access, and I look forward to working with her on building a modern, affordable, and reliable  rail and bus system for Boston and our entire Commonwealth. She is a leader who brings people together and follows vision with hard work and collaboration — that’s exactly what we need right now,” said Senator Eric Lesser. 

“I am proud to endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. Since joining the city council in 2014, Michelle has been a bold, progressive leader with a welcoming and inclusive vision for Boston. On so many issues -- from the Green New Deal to affordable housing to racial equity to transportation access -- Michelle has led the way. Michelle understands what is at stake for our children and sets a respectful tone that combines fierce urgency and civility. She will be a terrific mayor,” said Former Democratic Lt. Governor Nominee Quentin Palfrey. 

“I am proud to endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor of Boston. She has a proven record of working across all levels of government to get things done and advocate for working families. I look forward to continuing to partner with Michelle to fight for progressive policies that matter to residents across the Commonwealth,” said Representative Jack Patrick-Lewis. 

“Michelle and I first joined forces to push for riders to have a voice on the MBTA oversight board. Now, it’s a reality. Whether it’s public transit or climate action or uplifting fellow families with young children, Michelle delivers results. She’s the mayoral partner we need on Beacon Hill and she’s the justice-driven leader Bostonians deserve. I am proud and thrilled to endorse Michelle Wu for Mayor,” said Senator Becca Rausch. 

These legislative endorsements adds to an enthusiastic multigenerational, multicultural coalition of grassroots supporters, including leaders Senator Elizabeth Warren, Senator Ed Markey, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley, Mayor Kim Janey, Sheriff Steve Tompkins, Suffolk County Register of Probate Felix Arroyo Sr., Boston City Councilors Ricardo Arroyo, Liz Breadon and Lydia Edwards; State Senators Assistant Majority Leader Sal DiDomenico, Sonia Chang Diaz and Julian Cyr; State Representatives Assistant Majority Leader Mike Moran, Ways and Means Chair Aaron Michlewitz, Jay Livingstone, Adrian Madaro, Vanna Howard, Natalie Higgins, Liz Miranda, Tram Nguyen, Maria Robinson, Andy Vargas, and Tommy Vitolo; former State Representative and Assistant Majority Leader Byron Rushing; labor unions 1199 SEIU, 32BJ SEIU, Teamsters Local 25, North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters, New England Joint Board of UNITE HERE!, UAW Region 9A, Laborers Local 22, Alliance of Unions at the MBTA, MBTA Inspectors Union Local 600, OPEIU Local 453; climate organizations Sunrise Boston, Sierra Club, the Environmental League of Massachusetts, 350 Mass Action; Progressive West Roxbury/Roslindale; Boston’s Ward 1, Ward 4 and Ward 5 Democratic Committees; The Boston Guardian; and fellow municipal elected officials from across Greater Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. For all of Michelle for Boston’s endorsements, visit michelleforboston.com/endorsements.