Dear Editor,
I write to express my support for the re-election of Representative Gordon of the 21st Middlesex District.
I had the privilege of interning with Representative Gordon’s office several summers ago. During the three months I spent there, I had opportunities to talk with Representative Gordon about issues close to his heart and his understanding of elected local legislators. I was struck by his commitment to practical governance–Representative Gordon’s leadership has secured additional funding and support for much needed school and road renovations—and by the wholesome relationship he has developed with the 21st Middlesex District.
Representative Gordon understands that his constituents lead busy lives and that we elect officials with an eye towards reliability and sensibility. We cannot follow every piece of legislation that makes its way to the State House floor and so we trust that those individuals elected in November will consistently advocate in our best interests. From the conversations I had with Representative Gordon, it was clear that he feels the full weight of his position and that he considers a solutions-minded approach to legislating a responsibility owed to the people of the 21st District. His carefully crafted proposals aim to improve the quality of life for families from all cultures and backgrounds, and he is committed to working across party lines and with various government offices to turn ambitious ideas into effective laws. We can easily observe his commitment to the general welfare in his achievements: he has secured funding to cut down on highway congestion and improve driver safety, sponsored legislation to protect working families and new parents through paid family and medical leave, and fought for school renovations.
Representative Gordon sticks by his principled approach to practical governance, but he also tries to make the dense conversations and positions of policy experts more relatable to his constituents. I remain impressed that he regularly holds office hours and attends local meetings across Wilmington, Bedford, and Burlington. Representative Gordon understands these meetings as both occasions for folks to learn about what is happening at the State House and opportunities to discuss and identify those challenges that continue to face our community. He recognizes that elected officials have a duty beyond legislating—they must also serve as the bridge between the State House and Town Hall.
Representative Gordon also regularly hosts “Rappin’ with the Rep”, a segment he began to help unpack issues and programs that significantly impact the residents of the 21st Middlesex District. He has rightfully discovered that, when interviewed by someone who understands both the intricacies of the law and a community’s concerns, experts are often the best resources to explain the newest legislation, redesigned political and legal processes, or prevailing public safety issues. Representative Gordon’s “Rappin’ with the Rep” showcases these local officials and experts, introducing residents to the people and offices at their disposal.
I believe Representative Gordon is the type of politician that embodies our democratic values and traditions. We know where he stands on the issues, but we can also trust him to explain his thought process and discuss a bill on hand. He brings the conversation from the State House back into our communities—into our schools and town halls—and makes local issues and officials more approachable. A vote for Representative Gordon this November is a vote cast for continued accessible, dependable leadership.
Sincerely,
Shayne Kinsella
Wilmington
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