Mission
The Ward 5 Democratic Committee is responsible for the affairs of the Democratic Party in Ward 5. In this capacity, we endorse candidates, participate in campaigns, present public forums, and perform many other interesting functions.
If you'd like to learn more, please moc.liamg|notsob5draw#hcuot ni teg or join us at our next Committee Meeting: Tuesday, September 7, 2010, 7pm at the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston Street in Copley Square.
Upcoming US House of Representatives Endorsement Meeting, 9/7/10
The committee will be considering endorsements in Congressional races that touch the ward: MA-08 and MA-09. All Democratic candidates seeking those offices have been invited to address the Committee. The candidates are:
- Rep. Mike Capuano (incumbent, MA-08)
- Rep. Stephen Lynch (incumbent, MA-09)
- Mac D'Alessandro (challenger, MA-09)
District Level Endorsement Meeting, 6/15/10
The committee wishes to thank all the candidates who attended the meeting. Candidates in attendance (in alphabetical order): Sheriff Andrea Cabral, Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz, Rep. Aaron Michlewitz, Rep. Byron Rushing, Rep. Marty Walz, and Hassan Williams.
Following the candidate presentations, the Committee voted to endorse:
Suffolk County Sheriff
Suffolk District District Attorney
Representative in General Court
- Eighth Suffolk District: Rep. Marty Walz
- Ninth Suffolk District: Rep. Byron Rushing
- Third Suffolk District: Rep. Aaron Michlewitz
Senator in General Court
- Second Suffolk District: Sen. Sonia Chang-Diaz
- First Suffolk & Middlesex District: Sen. Anthony Petruccelli
- Second Suffolk & Middlesex District: Sen. Steven Tolman
Governor's Council
- Sixth District: Terry Kennedy
MA State Democratic Party Convention
The Convention was a great time. Ward 5ers certainly made their presence felt on Friday night (Saturday too!). Congratulations go out to all of our excellent candidates.
Town Hall Meeting with Governor Deval Patrick, 5/24/2010
The committee wishes to thank the Governor and all of the active citizens who made the time for this event. The committee would also like to thank the Boston Architectural College for once again being such gracious hosts.
Statewide Candidate's Forum, 5/18/10
The committee wishes to thank all the candidates who attended the forum, which was hosted by the Democratic Committees from Boston Wards 5 and 19. Candidates who attended were: Lt. Governor Tim Murray, Mike Lake, Suzanne Bump, and Steve Grossman.
The committee would also like to thank the Boston Architectural College for being wonderful neighbors and graciously allowing us to use their auditorium for the event.
Following the Forum, the Committee voted to endorse:
Governor
Lt. Governor
Attorney General
Secretary of State
Treasurer
Thanks to Our Speakers at the 4/20/10 Meeting
- Sonia Chang-Diaz discussed some highlights from her time in the MA Senate and took questions
- Mathew Helman spoke on behalf of Mac D'Alessandro, declared candidate for the U.S. House of Representatives, District 9
Congratulations to our newly elected leadership 3/16/10
Chair: Joshua Dawson
First Vice Chair: Shelia Martin
Second Vice Chair: James Livingstone
Secretary: Ross Levanto
Treasurer: Gregory Timilty
Executive Board (in addition to the above): Frances Burke, David Greenwold, Rajan Nanda, Rep. Marty Walz (ex officio), Kenzie Bok (ex officio)
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| Outgoing Chair Rob Whitney | New Chair Josh Dawson |
Results of 2/20/10 Caucus
The Boston Ward 5 Democratic Caucus took place on Saturday, February 20, 2010, beginning at 9:30 am, at the Community Church of Boston, 565 Boylston Street. Over fifty people were in attendance. Several candidates for public office were also present, including: Marty Walz, State Representative for the 8th Suffolk District; Byron Rushing, State Representative for the 9th Suffolk District; Dan Conley, Suffolk County District Attorney; Andrea Cabral, Suffolk County Sherriff; and Mike Lake, candidate for State Auditor. Also attending was Barbara Grossman, wife of Steve Grossman, candidate for State Treasurer.
| Delegates | |
| Female | Male |
| Patricia Amend | George Alex |
| Sydney Asbury | Rich Davey |
| Fran Burke | Mike George |
| Suzanne Comtois | David Greenwold |
| Mary Clayton-Crozier | Ross Levanto |
| Kate Gallivan | Jay Livingstone |
| Kristine Glynn | Rajan Nanda |
| Elizabeth Leary | Greg Timilty |
| Shelia Martin | Michael Wasserman |
| Judee Shupe | Rob Whitney |
| Diana Wogan | |
| Female or Male | |
| Pat McDonough | |
| Alternates | |
| Female | Male |
| 1. Alysia Ordway | 1. Winthrop Roosevelt |
| 2. Jane Willis | 2. Peter True |
Delegates and Alternates: Click to register for the convention.
Thanks to Our Speakers at the 2/16/10 Meeting
- Suzanne Bump spoke concerning her candidacy for State Auditor
- Sydney Asbury, Deval Patrick's re-election campaign manager, discussed the Governor's record of success and opportunities to help with the campaign
Thanks to Our Speakers at the 1/26/10 Meeting
- Ayanna Pressley spoke about her activities as our new At-Large City Councillor
- Matt O'Malley spoke on behalf of Steve Grossman, candidate for State Treasurer
- Mike Lake spoke concerning his candidacy for State Auditor
Results for the 1/19/10 election
US Senator for Massachusetts
- Scott Brown
2009 Holiday Party … Happy New Year!
Results for the 12/8/09 election
US Senator for Massachusetts, Democratic Primary
- Attorney General Martha Coakley
Endorsements for the 12/8/09 election
US Senator for Massachusetts, Democratic Primary
- No endorsement
Results for the 11/3/09 election
City of Boston, Mayor
City of Boston, City Council At-large
- Councillor John Connolly
- Councillor Stephen Murphy
- Councillor Ayanna Pressley
- Councillor Felix Arroyo
City of Boston, City Council District 8
City of Boston, City Council District 2
Endorsements for the 11/3/09 election
City of Boston, Mayor
City of Boston, City Council District 8
City of Boston, City Council At-large







