Three selectmen, four school committee members join firefighters in support
CHELMSFORD — Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, is proud to announce she has been endorsed by Selectmen George R. Dixon Jr., Pat Wojtas, and Glenn Diggs, as well as School Committee members Dennis King, Al Thomas, Donna Newcomb and John Moses.
“Chelmsford needs someone like Lori, someone who understands the economic struggles of our communities and someone who cares about how those struggles affect our residents,” said Dixon, who serves as chair of the Board of Selectmen. “Because she’s from here, she gets it and she cares. I know residents can trust that Lori will be in Congress fighting for them every day.”
Wojtas echoed Dixon’s comments, saying Trahan’s local roots and experience as chief of staff for Congressman Marty Meehan will serve the district well.
“She is intimately familiar with the district. That knowledge will be invaluable in advocating for and delivering local resources and benefits to the district,” said Wojtas. “She is accessible as a candidate, responding personally to calls and messages. I’m confident that her accessibility will continue when she is elected.”
Trahan has already received the endorsement of the Local 1838 Chelmsford Firefighters union. School Committeeman Al Thomas said he knew when he met Trahan she was the right choice for Chelmsford and for Congress. Newcomb agreed, saying Trahan’s support is strong in the community.
“Chelmsford’s residents are hard working and genuine. I want to see someone in Washington that exemplifies the values of our community and that will work tirelessly on our behalf. I believe that Lori Trahan is that person,” Newcomb said. “She knows the value of a strong community and what is needed to keep communities viable. She understands the pressures facing families, senior citizens, business owners and others that struggle to make end meet.”
Moses said Trahan will deliver for the district and she will bring about the necessary change in Congress this country needs.
“I believe that Lori will bring maturity, experience and sound judgement into the national dialogue,” Moses said. “These rare qualities are sorely needed in these historic times and I look forward to seeing Lori’s strong voice represent us in Congress.”
King, who serves as chairman of the Chelmsford School Committee, said Trahan’s local roots set her apart from the other candidates in this race.
“I think she will best understand the issues that face our schools and the administrators, teachers and students within them,” King said. “I also find her to be very approachable. Every time I run into her, whether it be in the center of town holding a sign, at a Spinners game, or walking in the Fourth of July parade, she always takes the time to talk and ask how things are going. That’s the type of person I want to have representing me in Washington.”
Trahan said she is “extremely proud and humbled” to receive such overwhelming support from the elected leaders of Chelmsford.
“People of this district want to be served by someone they know, someone they can trust and someone who has shared their life experiences,” Trahan said. “Their story is my story and that’s why I am running for Congress — to be the voice for the hardworking families of this district.”
Seven elected Chelmsford leaders have joined Chelmsford Firefighters in endorsing Lori Trahan for Congress. Shown from left are School Committee member John Moses, Congressional candidate Lori Trahan, School Committeewoman Donna Newcomb, Selectwoman Pat Wojtas, Selectmen Chair George R. Dixon Jr., and School Committee Chairman Dennis King. Missing from the photo are School Committee member Al Thomas and Selectman Glenn Diggs.
LAWRENCE — Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, recently toured the new IndusPAD facility in Lawrence which provides almost 600,000 square feet of space for start-up companies, small manufacturers, and other entrepreneurs looking to grow their businesses.
IndusPAD is located on the Methuen-Lawrence line in the former mill property once owned by textile manufacturer Polartec. IndusPAD plans to bring the long vacant building back to life by transforming it into a hub of innovation at an affordable cost.
“To see this magnificent mill complex rise again shows the economic resiliency of the Third District and our commitment to making this region a home to innovation,” Trahan said. “Small businesses and manufacturing are the lifeblood of our district’s economy and in Congress I will fight to bring more federal dollars to support job creation and economic growth.”
Trahan toured the facility with Bob O’Brien, who is CEO of IndusPAD’s largest tenant CI Works. CI Works plans to fill 100,000 square feet of space with small manufacturers. She was also joined by Purnima Dey, director of PR & Community Outreach for IndusPAD.
Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, has received more campaign donations from the Third District than her nine opponents combined.
Since announcing her candidacy in October 2017, Trahan has raised $530,789 in individual contributions from donors in the district. Her nine opponents raised just over $500,000 collectively. The bulk of the money her opponents raised came from out-of-state donors.
Trahan has also not taken a dime from corporate PACs. Her opponents have taken PAC money from Wall Street titans Morgan Stanley and Bank of America, pharmaceutical company Pfizer, and insurance giant MassMutual.
“When someone feels it’s important enough to take a little from their paycheck to give to my campaign that means something. It means they believe in me and they know I will be there for them,” Trahan said. “That’s why I am running — to give a voice to the working-class families of this district.”
Trahan said she understands the unique challenges and opportunities of this district and is thankful for the great generosity she has received from her friends and neighbors.
“This seat belongs to us,” Trahan said. “We need accountability in Washington and that’s why I am running. I want to serve the place I’ve called home my entire life.”
68 percent of donations came from inside the district
LOWELL, MA – Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, is proud to announce she has raised over $1 million in contributions since the start of her grassroots campaign last October.
Since announcing her candidacy, Trahan has received 2,041 individual donations with 68 percent of those donations coming from the Third District. Over 65 percent of those individual donations were $250 or less.
“These donations represent the working class families that want a Congresswoman who is from this district and beholden only to the people of this district,” Trahan said. “I’m running a true grassroots campaign and I could not be more proud or more motivated by the confidence these families have shown in me as we head into the final 50 days.”
According to Trahan’s July 15 FEC filing report, Trahan raised $230,935 in donations between April and June. Since October, Trahan has raised $1,035,310, with 56 percent of the total amount coming from the Third District. These donations came from 32 of the Third District’s 37 communities.
The report also shows Trahan had $812,273 on hand as of July 1.
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For more information or to talk with Lori directly, contact Erin Quinnan at (978) 891-2215.
LOWELL, MA – On Thursday, Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, placed her 1,000th lawn sign in the 3rd Congressional District.
“The momentum is palpable, with voters calling us every day telling us they want the local candidate in Congress,” Trahan said. “Our supporters know I am in this race to serve the working families of this district — not to serve special interest groups and certainly not for personal political gain.”
Those interested in getting their own lawn sign should call the office at 978-453-3200 or email sarah@loritrahan.com.
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For more information or to talk with Lori directly, contact Erin Quinnan at (978) 891-2215.
Trahan stands with CLASS, Inc. workers striking for fair contract
Lori Trahan, Democrat for Congress, met with striking workers at CLASS, Inc. in Lawrence today and told members of SEIU Local 509 she will support them until they receive a fair contract.
Here is her statement:
“We need to end the assault on our families, our unions, and the most vulnerable of our society by standing up and fighting against the continued and devastating cuts to human services. We’re seeing the impact at CLASS, Inc. in Lawrence where workers are fighting for a living wage so they can continue the noblest of work while also supporting their own families.
As the daughter of a union ironworker, I know that a strike is a last resort. The members of SEIU Local 509 would rather be working, helping the people they love. They deserve better and that is why I will stand with them until a fair contract is reached. In Washington, I will continue fighting for these workers by demanding increased funding for human services to help people with disabilities and the workers who support them.”
For more information or to talk with Lori directly, contact Gretchen Grosky at (978) 852-4502.
“The owner of Specialty Materials Inc. is grateful that the district’s congressman has served on the House Armed Services Committee for the last 25 years.
If not for that consistent champion in Washington, D.C., Monte Treasure’s business on Middlesex Street in Lowell may not have received as many defense contracts.
“The Armed Services Committee is really the only access we have to voice our opinion,” he said at the factory on Friday. “For a small business like us, we need to get that visibility, and have somebody advocating for us.”
For the last 25 years, that advocate has been Marty Meehan and then Niki Tsongas, who is not seeking re-election this fall.
A candidate for Tsongas’ 3rd Congressional District seat pledged at Specialty Materials on Friday that if elected, she would fight to serve on the House Armed Services Committee and continue that district tradition.
Lori Trahan, one of the many candidates for the 3rd District, toured the factory and discussed the importance of defense spending. Speaking to employees, Trahan said she deeply understands the role as a committee member, and how it relates to the country’s national security.”
“During a visit to the Greater Lowell Technical School this week, Trahan—running to succeed Niki Tsongas in the 3rd District—unveiled her four-point policy, which focuses on early childhood education, K-12 education, supplemental educational opportunities and college affordability.
“Education is one of the issues I am most passionate about. It is the best lever we can pull on to close the income inequality gap,” Trahan said.”
“Lori Trahan, the chief of staff to former Representative Martin Meehan and now an entrepreneur, emphasizes her local roots, hoping that will distinguish her from others who moved into the district to run. “I was born here, I was raised here and I stayed here,” she told voters at a recent debate. “My story is your story.””
Lowell, Mass. — One of the most influential women in Massachusetts politics has joined the long list of Methuen leaders endorsing Democrat Lori Trahan for Congress.
Former Mayor Sharon Pollard, the city’s first female mayor, will formally endorse Trahan at a Wednesday event at Merrimack Valley Country Club in Methuen. The event takes place from 6 to 8pm. All are welcome to attend.
“We need more women in Congress and Lori is the right person at the right time for the job,” Pollard said. “Lori has broken down many barriers for women in the business world and will do the same on Capitol Hill for women across the country.”
Pollard joins Former Mayor Stephen Zanni, City Councilor-at-Large Ryan Hamilton, and former state Rep. Thomas Lussier in endorsing Trahan for Congress. The Methuen Firefighters Local 1691 have also thrown their support behind Lori. Earlier in the month, Trahan won the Methuen Democratic City Committee straw poll for 3rd District Congressional candidates by a 38-vote margin.
“Lori is one of us, and I feel a connection to her because her story is truly the story of so many here in Methuen,” Hamilton said. “She will fight for the issues that matter most to working class families in this city and across the Third District. We need new leaders with fresh ideas like Lori in Congress.’
Trahan said she was humbled by Pollard’s endorsement, calling her a role model for so many women looking to get into politics.
“I’ve known Sharon for many years and I have long admired her as a trailblazer for women,” Trahan said. “I rely on her experience and perspective when it comes to tackling issues in Washington, as well as in our communities.”
Trahan said she has a great many connections in the city dating back to her days of working as chief of staff for then-Congressman Marty Meehan.
“I look forward to working hard for the families that call Methuen home and I am so thankful for the support my campaign has received here,” Trahan said.