5 Things You Need To Know Today

Important Information for Arlington Voters on Thursday’s State Primary

You may have a contested primary for state representative and not even know it.

Today is Wednesday, Sept. 5. Here are five things you need to know: 1. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms all day today, according to the National Weather Service. Temperatures are expected to reach the low 80s. 2. If you live in Arlington Precincts 2, 4, 8, 10 or 12, you’re in the new 24th Middlesex District, and if you’re also a Democrat, there is a contested primary for state representative Thursday, Sept. 6 (sample ballot attached). If you don’t know which precinct you’re in or where to go to vote, click here. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., and the League of Women Voters is providing free rides to the polls. 3. The Democratic state representative candidates vying to get on the Nov. 6 ballot are (in order they appear …

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Charlie Shapiro

3:31 pm on Wednesday, September 5, 2012

TO: Arlington Democrats and independents (unenrolled) taking a Democratic ballot: From: Charlie Shapiro, Democrat for Governor's Council. In most elections the Governor's Council race is overlooked. On the ballot it's simply called "Councillor". Many are not aware what it is, or what it means. In fact typically over 50% of voters just leave it blank. This year, however, you have a chance to …   more ›

Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Former Arlington Selectman Endorses Margaret Hegarty for State Rep

A Letter to the Editor in support of Margaret Hegarty, a candidate for state representative in the 24th Middlesex District. Hegarty will face fellow Democrats Dave Rogers and Bobby Reardon in the state primary on Thursday, Sept. 6.

The following is a Letter to the Editor from Arlington resident Clarissa Rowe, a former Arlington selectman. The 24th Middlesex District is lucky to have three qualified Democrats running to represent us. After much thought and conversation with the candidates, I have decided to endorse Margaret Hegarty. We need more women legislators on Beacon Hill. In 2011, only 23.5 percent of the House was women. We need to do better.  Anne Paulsen of Belmont represented us on the Hill for a long time, and we were very well served during her tenure. Margaret is ready to take up her mantle. Margaret comes from a politically active family in Belmont. Her 10-year-old daughter and her parents often join her on the campaign trail. I am confident that …

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Douglass Davidoff

10:24 am on Thursday, September 6, 2012

Margaret Hegarty is very impressive. Let's hope the voters see it that way today at the polls for the state primary election!   more ›

Dave Rogers, Democratic Candidate for State Representative in the 24th Middlesex District

Rogers is one of three Democrats vying to fill the House seat left vacant by now state Sen. Will Brownsberger. The state primary is on Thursday, Sept. 6.

Name : Dave M. Rogers Age : 47 Place of residence : Cambridge, MA Attended college : Yes College : Ithaca College Degree : Bachelor of Arts Year of graduation : 1986 University : The Washington College of Law at American University Area of research : Juris Doctorate Year of graduation : 1997 Job titles held : In-house General Counsel Employers : AW Chesterton Party affiliation : Democrat Running for a: State office Running for position: State Representative Chamber/district: 24th Middlesex Incumbent: No Previous elective offices : None Unsuccessful bids for elective offices : None Address 635 Mass. Ave., Arlington, MA, 02474 Name : Alex Wallach Hanson Title : Campaign Manager Website : www.rogers4rep.com Twitter : www.twitter.com/…

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Letters to the Editor

LETTER: Three Arlington Elected Officials Support Dave Rogers Candidacy

A selectman and two school committee members are backing Rogers, a candidate for state representative in the 24th Middlesex District, in the Sept. 6 primary.

The following is a joint Letter to the Editor from Arlington residents Joseph A. Curro Jr., a selectman, and Judson L. Pierce and Cindy Starks, both school committee members. We have all been inundated with wall-to-wall coverage of every political thrust and parry around November's Presidential and Congressional elections. The commencement of nominating conventions over the coming weeks will certainly ratchet up the noise level, even as many of us turn our attention to autumn’s milder pursuits, including the opening of another school year and of the football season. Against such a backdrop, it can be easy to forget that we are actually coming up to an election on September 6th -- a mere two weeks from now -- and that Democratic primary …

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LETTER: Vote for Dave Rogers on Sept. 6

Arlington resident Eric Helmuth, a Precinct 12 Town Meeting Member, writes that he'll be voting for Dave Rogers for state representative in the Sept. 6 Democratic primary and you should too.

The following is a Letter to the Editor from Arlington resident Eric Helmuth, a Precinct 12 Town Meeting Member. Hard working. Thoughtful. Articulate. These are qualities that stand out when I talk with Dave Rogers, and they are qualities I want in my elected representatives. Dave has personally knocked on over 2,000 doors in Arlington, Belmont and Cambridge. This impressive level of commitment to meeting and listening to voters really stands out. It says something about the kind of effort Dave would devote to the job. I am similarly impressed with Dave’s nuanced views on transportation, healthcare and environmental protection. There are no simple solutions to these persistent challenges that directly affect my community, but Dave …

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State Sen. Sal DiDomenico Endorses Margaret Hegarty for State Rep

Hegarty, of Belmont, is a Democratic candidate for state representative in the 24th Middlesex District. She'll face Belmont's Bobby Reardon and North Cambridge's Dave Rogers in the primary on Thursday, Sept. 6.

The following is from the Committee to Elect Margaret Hegarty. "I am proud to endorse Margaret Hegarty for State Representative," said Senator Sal DiDomenico (D-Everett). "Having worked directly with Margaret and knowing her tireless work ethic, collaborative approach and progressive values, I know that Margaret will work day-in and day-out to make a real and lasting impact of the lives of people in our state and am confident that she will be an effective advocate for the residents of the 24th Middlesex District." “It is an honor to be endorsed by Senator Sal DiDomenico. Knowing that I have a leader of the Senate recognizing my work and supporting me in this election is a positive for all of the people of Arlington, Belmont and Cambridge. …

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