"Our longtime State Representative Kay Khan is not running for re-election. I am excited to announce my candidacy as your next State Representative from the 11th Middlesex District, which comprises Newton’s Ward 1 Precincts 2, 3; Ward 2; Ward 3 Precincts 1, 2, 3; Ward 4; and Ward 7 Precincts 2, 3, 4. I have a long track record of accomplishment from 20 years serving you on the Newton City Council on everything from environmental protection to affordable housing to transparency in government to constituent services. I ask for your vote on September 3 so that I may continue to serve you!"