Former First Lady Diane Patrick
“I’ve seen up close the passion, intellect and values which drive Jesse Mermell and I know she will make a tremendous addition to our state’s delegation in Congress."
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley
“Jesse’s greatest strength – as a public servant and as a friend – is that she listens actively and intentionally, with compassion and empathy."
SEIU Massachusetts State Council
“SEIU has worked hand in hand with Jesse over the years to fight for the protections and benefits that the hardworking people of Massachusetts deserve."
IBEW Local 103
Local 103 members know we can trust Jesse to represent us on Capitol Hill, introduce favorable legislation and make each of her votes count toward a brighter future for all.
Coalition for Social Justice
“In this moment, when so many crises are coming to a head at once, we need a progressive champion in Washington who has the vision, experience, and drive to fight for equity, racial justice, and a fair economy."
1199 SEIU
“Our members need a Congresswoman who will fearlessly stand up for our values, stand up to Donald Trump, and fight for the PPE, pay, and benefits that essential workers deserve."
SEIU 509
"Jesse has dedicated her career to support working families, and we know she will stand alongside us to fight for improved access to the essential education, health, and human services our 20,000 members provide."
SEIU 888
“Jesse Mermell has stood up for Massachusetts workers throughout her career, and SEIU Local 888 knows that she will continue to stand with our 8,500 public service workers in Congress.”
32BJ SEIU
Committee of Interns and Residents/SEIU
Massachusetts State Council of Machinists
"From her personal experience as a union member to her professional record of advocating for better wages, benefits and protections for Massachusetts workers, it is clear that Jesse is the best candidate to stand up for the Machinists and their families in Congress."
Suffolk County Sheriff Steve Tompkins
“What stands out to me most about Jesse is her deep compassion for those who are the most vulnerable."
Lawrence Mayor Dan Rivera
"Jesse Mermell has a record of being a progressive fighter, getting things done and breaking down silos which too often hold back economic benefits for everyone, particularly in struggling cities like Lawrence."
State Senator Julian Cyr
“From my years of working with Jesse and our time serving together in Governor Patrick’s Administration, I know she will fight for the progressive values that are so vital to the people of Massachusetts."
State Representative Carolyn Dykema
"Jesse has strong core values and has shown that she’s ready to go to the mat for things that really matter like economic opportunity for all, equal pay for women, and reproductive health care."
Former State Representative Frank Smizik
“Jesse has been a fierce advocate for all the progressive policies we hold dear and will be a progressive champion for the entire Fourth District in Congress."
Champion for Women’s Equality Barbara Lee
"Throughout her career in both the public and nonprofit sectors, Jesse has been a champion of progressive policies and issues that matter to voters."
HER Time
"Jesse Mermell is running a progressive grassroots campaign to put people first."
Easton Select Board Chair Dottie Fulginiti
"Jesse has a great way of not only listening but really hearing the needs of small business owners."
Chair of the Dighton Select Board Dr. Brett Zografos
“I support Jesse Mermell for Congress because she shows up and fights for every person, neighborhood, and community in the district."
Mansfield Select Board Vice Chair Michael Trowbridge
"Jesse Mermell provides a unique set of skills having been both inside and outside of government."
Hopkinton Select Board Member Mary Jo Lafreniere
“As a former Select Board Member herself, Jesse will stand up for every city and town in the district in Washington, and I’m proud to support her.”
Brookline Select Board Member Heather Hamilton
"Jesse understands what it takes to lead. She listens to people, she takes the time to understand the issues, and she doesn’t stop until she finds solutions."
Sharon Select Board Member Hanna Switlekowski
“As a woman in politics, Jesse is an amazing role model and leader."
Needham School Committee Member Sue Neckes
"Jesse combines the progressive values I care about deeply with the demonstrated ability to work with people of diverse perspectives to accomplish meaningful change."
Fall River School Committee Member Paul Hart
“I know that Jesse will be an advocate for the working people of Fall River in Washington, D.C. and I’m proud to support her.”
Fall River School Committee Member Thomas Khoury
“Jesse is the best candidate to go to Washington and fight to create a fair economy that works for everybody.”
Chairman of the Newton Fair Housing Committee and Former Newton City Councilor Ted Hess-Mahan
“As a member of Congress, Jesse will help pave the way for creating a fair economy that leaves no family or individual behind."
Former Brookline Select Board Member Marty Rosenthal
“An important contributor to – and leader of – Brookline’s progressive politics, with a proven ability to work with friends and foes and get tough things done, Jesse’s current stances on all cutting-edge issues are all great.”
Chair of the Hopkinton Planning Board and former Select Board Member Muriel Kramer
“Jesse Mermell is a truly staunch progressive Democrat dedicated to increasing access in health care, housing, the economy, and more."
Former Vice Chair of the Franklin School Committee and former chair of the Franklin Democratic Town Committee Denise Schultz
“Jesse’s policy plan makes clear that in Congress, she will be a champion for public education and will fight tooth and nail for the progressive values we share.”
Outgoing Newton Dems Chair Shawn Fitzgibbons
"Jesse Mermell has dedicated her life to championing progressive causes, from building an economy that works for everybody to protecting abortion access and fighting against climate change."
Hopkinton Dems Chair Darlene Hayes
"Jesse shows up for the people of Hopkinton and listens to them– just as she does across this whole district."
Leading Education Advocate Julie Johnson
"Jesse understands that strong public schools and strong unions are vital to the future of this district, from Brookline to Fall River."
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Bobby Allen, Fmr. Brookline Select Board
Joe Geller, Fmr. Brookline Select Board
Ken Goldstein, Fmr. Brookline Select Board
Don Weitzman, Fmr. Brookline Select Board
Meggan Levene, Brookline Town Meeting
Susan Cohen, Brookline Town Meeting
Carol Hillman, Brookline Town Meeting
Rita McNally, Brookline Town Meeting
Donald Leka, Brookline Town Meeting
Rebecca Stone, Brookline Town Meeting
Carol Caro, Brookline Town Meeting
David Lowe, Brookline Town Meeting
Michael Burstein, Brookline Town Meeting
Chris Chanyasulkit, Brookline Town Meeting
Joe Kaplan, Mansfield Dem Town Committee
Marilyn Powers, State Committee Member, Attleboro
Walter McDonough, State Committee Member, Needham