• We conduct the official business of the Democratic Party in Boston's Ward 5.
  • We support qualified Democrats up and down the ballot.
  • We support our "electeds."
  • We get out the vote (GOTV) in Massachusets and other states—and have fun doing it!
  • Our meetings are open to the public. New members are welcome!

From Our Chair, Bob Binney: Food for Thought, Actions to Take.

Bob is vacationing in Rome. While we'd all love to see him relax completely, his heart is with us in Boston. He sent us this:

A 24-Hour Spending Blackout. As our initial act, we turn it off. For one day we show who really holds the power—with Economic Blackout 1.0.

When: Friday, February 28th from 12 AM to 11:59 PM.

Do Not: Make any purchases online, or in-store. No Amazon, no Walmart, etc. Avoid spending on fast food, gas, or at any major retailer. Do not use credit or debit cards for non-essentials.

Do: Limit your purchases to items that are absolutely necessary (food, medicine, emergency supplies). If you must spend, support local small businesses, ONLY.

Spread The Word: Talk about it, and post content on major platforms. Document your actions on this day.

Why This Matters: Corporations and banks care only about the bottom line. If we disrupt the economy for just ONE DAY, we will send a powerful message. If they don't listen, we will make the next blackout longer.

This is our first action. This is how we make history. 

Our Mission: Conducting the Official Business of the Democratic Party.

Ward 5 includes Beacon Hill, Bay Village, Back Bay, Fenway, and parts of Chinatown and the South End. 

We advocate for the election of Democrats at the local, state and national level.

We support public policies that are important to the City of Boston, the Commonwealth, and the Nation. We help our neighbors stay informed.

Officers: Robert Binney (Chair), Hilary Bacon Gabrieli (Vice Chair), Patricia Amend (Second Vice Chair), Shari Franzetta (Secretary), Robert Whitney (Treasurer).

Executive Committee: Robert Binney, Hilary Bacon Gabrieli, Patricia Amend, Robert Whitney, Shari Franzetta, Kenzie Bok, Gretchen Bennett, Kathy Judge, Susan Smith, City Councilor Sharon Durkan and State Rep. Jay Livingstone.

We meet the third Tuesday of every month—now in person. A Zoom link is also available.

Here's More:

Protecting Our Democracy,

The Boston Ward 5 Democratic Committee

Contact.

Send an email to:  Ward5Boston@gmail.com.

Get details on Ward 5 Meetings—the third Tuesday of the month at 7PM—plus candidate forums, rallies, canvasses, and other events.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram!

Meet.

W5 Meeting, Tuesday, February 18th, 7PM, Community Church, 565 Bolyston Street. Also via Zoom.

W5 Meeting, Tuesday, March 18th, 7PM, Community Church, 565 Bolyston Street. Also via Zoom.

W5 Meeting, Tuesday, April 22nd, 7PM, Community Church, 565 Bolyston Street. Also via Zoom.

 

 

 

 

 

Endorse.