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Meet and greet the candidates at Colleens Ice Cream shop

Thank you to Colleens Ice Cream Shop in Medford Square for making their shop the center of the political universe. You will not get a better chance to speak to these candidates and voice your concerns and questions. There are a lot of issues for both the city council candidates and the school committees.

Questions to Consider:

  1. How would you like to see zoning implemented?
  2. What should the city budget prioritize for both the Council and School Committees?
  3. What changes are needed in the current City Council?
  4. Ask the Our Revolution candidates why they believe a slate is the best way to govern the city.
  5. Ask the independent candidates what unique focus they would bring to the Council if elected.

A Call for Open Dialogue

Every aspect of city governance deserves open and honest discussion. Please remember: Medford’s city elections are non-partisan. State and national politics have no bearing on how Medford is run.

There have been claims circulating on social media accusing some candidates of racism. Let’s put that to rest. None of the candidates—regardless of affiliation—fit that description. Everyone running has the best interests of Medford residents at heart. Some may be more passionate than others, and those candidates are easy to spot. Get out there and talk to them—all of them. You can’t make an informed decision without doing so.

Be an Informed Voter

How many times have you walked into the voting booth unsure of who to vote for? There are plenty of resources available to help you become informed. Visit candidate websites. Attend public events. Don’t be afraid to speak with them—they’re just as interested in hearing from you as you are in learning about them.

While this site has primarily focused on independent candidates, there’s a reason for that. You already know the incumbents, but you may not know the challengers. To be clear: the independent candidates are not a slate. Each brings their own views and solutions to the Council. They’re not interested in wasting taxpayer dollars on feel-good resolutions that don’t directly benefit Medford residents.

Your Vote Matters

As a voter, you must decide: do you want to work with the candidates to help make Medford a better place, or continue down a path where City Hall operates with your silent “consent”? Don’t underestimate the power of your vote.

Much more to come in the days and weeks ahead.

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