If you’re like me, you’ve been inundated recently with messages from political candidates soliciting your vote on the grounds that electing them would be a “real change” from better-known candidates such as state Sen. Will Brownsberger. That got me thinking about what “real changes” from Will would look like.
I have watched Will work tirelessly and successfully for transparency in state government. Electing someone who does not would be a real change.
Will knows Belmont and Watertown intimately and has been deeply involved in transportation projects that have directly benefited its residents. Electing someone who does not would be a real change.
Will has worked to improve our futures through leadership in bills to respond to climate change. Electing someone who has not demonstrated such commitment would be a real change.
Will makes decisions about casting his vote as a state senator based on extensive research, evaluation of available evidence, and principle—and he consistently explains his research, his conclusions, and his votes in thoughtful and detailed communications to his constituents. Electing someone who bases their votes on political pressures and alliances would be a real change.
Based on his personal integrity, willingness to listen, and ability to work with other legislators, Will is a highly respected and influential Senator with a proven record of getting important legislation passed. Electing someone without Will’s sterling reputation would be a real change.
At the personal level, Will is one of the quietest, calmest politicians I know. In public forums, even when directly confronted and challenged, he is invariably thoughtful, listens carefully to alternative perspectives, and looks for common ground. Electing someone who doesn’t would be a real change.
I would not welcome such changes. If you also find them unwelcome, please join me in voting for Will Brownsberger for state senator.
Richard Goldhor, Falmouth Street