The Democratic candidate for the Massachusetts State House, representing the Islands and Falmouth, Arielle Faria, has received the endorsement of Rep. Ayanna Pressley.
Known for her progressive politics, and as a member of the Squad — a group of progressive representatives — Pressley is a high-profile politician who represents Boston and surrounding communities.
“[Faria] is a mom, small business owner, and housing activist who has spent over a decade in public service,” Pressley said on social media in her endorsement of Faria. The Congresswoman said, “We need her leadership on Beacon Hill” in the push for affordable housing and climate justice.
Faria is facing off with Democrat Thomas Moakley of Falmouth in the Sept. 3 primary to represent the Islands and Falmouth; the winner will go on to take the seat with no Republican challenger in the race.
Moakley has received the endorsement of outgoing state Rep. Dylan Fernandes, Cape and Islands District Attorney Rob Gallibois, and Dukes County Sheriff Bob Ogden, among others.
Aside from Pressley, Faria has landed endorsements from the Progressive Democrats of Massachusetts, Planned Parenthood Fund of Massachusetts, and former Secretary of Housing under Gov. Deval Patrick Dan O’Connell.
“I am most humbled by the endorsement of Congresswoman Presley,” Faria told The Times. “Her tireless fight for justice, equity, and the well-being of all people has been an inspiration to me and so many others. With her support, I’m even more motivated to continue advocating for affordable housing, climate action, and a brighter future for all families in Barnstable, Dukes, and Nantucket counties.”
According to data from the state’s secretary of state, Moakley has so far outraised Faria in funding through July. Since announcing his candidacy in December, he has raised about $62,000. Faria has raised about $51,000.
I suspected that Faria was running to be the wokest of the candidates and Ayanna Pressley‘s endorsement is all the confirmation that I needed to know I was right.
The squad is know for being radical far left activists that are light on results and heavy on grandstanding. The squad is also know for not making deals and working with others to further their constituents.
Is this what we need as an island?
Apparently any voters that are to the center of the extreme far left or to the right of center have no other choice than to vote for Moakley. I guess you could say that Ayanna’s endorsement has made this an easy choice.
The Squad is a far left group plaguing congress and will eventually be tossed out. Two were sent packing already this year!
Like Trump was sent packing.
Exactly. The voters have the final say
Hi Rob I’m curious about why labeling FAR left? I thought having governance of one’s body, being able to have a roof over one’s head and healthcare is a basic human right?! Sounds like the group you are referring to are actually trying to serve the hard working people of Massachusetts.
It’s Peter, sting. And the Squad are far left and apparently pulling the democrats further left. Squad members are antisemitic, racists, ignorant, anti American fools. They support violent BLM/Antifa riots, open borders and endless spending fo illegals. Most Americans don’t subscribe to their leftist policies and the democrats are paying a price for inviting them into the policy discussion.
Most people frown on antisemitism and do not want to support those who antisemites support. The squad is known for its antisemitism and Israel hatred. Martha’s Vineyard does not exist in a bubble. In fact, they kick tent dwellers and undocumented asylum seekers to the curb, (or to cape cod) despite all the baloney about empathy for everyone.
It is not a basic human right to have a roof over one’s head nor health care. Where do you get that? It might be desirable but not a right.
And the Freedom Caucus will be right behind them…
Just like the Patriot Front.
Your idea of far Left would be considered pretty centrist in most countries.
Some of the ideas that I would consider radical far left would include being anti-Semitic, wishing for the elimination of the state of Israel (“from the river to the sea” chants), putting tampons in boys bathrooms in the high school, having Medicaid pay for children to be surgically mutilated because they think they are in the wrong body, suppressing our own ability to be self reliant instead of exporting crude oil and then having to reimport it as finished products, having an open border policy at the south and north, encouraging non citizens to vote in our local elections, subsidizing ethanol so it can eat away at the rubber parts on older engines, forcing people to convert to electric cars. I could go on and on.
Radical far left is essentially being so blinded by idealism that you vote against your own countries best interest. We should t care what most other countries are doing to themselves. That’s their business.
We have one country to save from the radical elements on both the left and the right.
Peter, Here is more detail that supports our belief regarding the squad. Jamal Bowman and Cori Bush lost their primaries. Bush went on a tirade after losing the primary by a wide margin. AOC and the remaining five anti-Semite, anti-American SQUAD members of the US HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES should be censured and expelled by Congress for their hateful speech and actions. Copy and paste this link into your browser to view her vengeful rhetoric.
THIS IS A MUST READ.
https://www.foxnews.com/video/6360048227112
The Squad is a group of progressive representatives in Congress. “Two were sent packing…” recently, defeated in their primary elections by challengers heavily funded by AIPAC, the American Israel Public Affairs Committee – $1.4 million in the case of Cori Bush and $14.5 million in Jamaal Bowman’s case
Hmmm. Might they have lost because of their antisemitic comments, Cynthia? The squad has always been anti Semitic. Stepping back, the entire democrat party has an antisemitic problem. Now get rid of aoc and Omar!
I was thinking of voting for her mainly because we need an island voice at the Sate House but this endorsement killed that idea.
Same here
Good luck, Arielle! 🍀 We’re cheering you on!
Who’s “we”, Mary? Squad think-alikes? Someone I knew 50 years ago wants to know.
We need more women in government. We are the majority and demand representation. The so called “squad” are women who have worked their asses of to get where they are and understand what it’s like to work hard and not having anything handed to them (unlike Trump). Give us a chance…please.
Please vote on issues, not one’s sex. I am pro choice etc but would never vote for a squad member!
Kamala has had her candidacy handed to her. Supporting ovary-owners as a representation of meriting a position of power is a signal of ignorance. It’s like voting for someone based on looks. Ridiculous.
… or even a break. I do notice that the most vociferous critics of outspoken women are men. I think we all know that. From Harris on down, vote Democratic this year!
It’s not their sex that bothers me, Sara. It’s their politics. More proof here that democrats are fixated on gender (and race and class). It’s a losing strategy
Agreed, Peter. When we first discussed Harris as the nominee, it was disheartening to see genuine objections to her candidacy being reduced to racism and sexism without cause. Funny how valid concerns about her competency were shared by the majority of the country until recently—until it was more convenient to applaud her without merit.
On a different news site, I was lambasted—by white women—for “siding with white men” and, I assume, betraying the sisterhood. Am I supposed to pretend white men are in the wrong when they’re stating facts? It’s all become so silly and gone too far. Being a minority should never be a barrier to winning an election. By the same token, it cannot be used as a shield to deflect criticism of poor performance.
Peter, the kkk and like-minded racist groups are experiencing historic levels of interest and participation. What should we do about it?
If a strong and principled woman in government is what you seek, send a check to Tina Forte’s campaign to unseat the fraudulent AOC. https://x.com/TinaForteUSA/header_photo
John, Tammy Duckworth is the cats meow. She’s the most amazing woman in a very long time.
Carolyn, your comment is offensive to all real men and women that are independent, critical thinkers. The Squad is a divisive and hateful group of anti-Americans and anti-Semites, We need qualified, experienced women. Please read my post above and then this online article below.
THIS IS A MUST READ.
https://www.foxnews.com/video/6360048227112
Asking for a friend. Are you a misandrist?
Mr Moakley appears to have a thorough knowledge of the needs of this area which he wants to represent! I would never vote for or against a candidate because of where they live in the district, their knowledge and expertise are much more important.
Like Russia, China, India? Middle East? Africa? Asia? Maybe some western European countries that practice socialism.
Good luck 🍀 Arielle. You’ve chosen a difficult path, but if you’re honest and sincere about your work, you’ll do well.
Thankfully women think differently than men, and their problem solving skills are more able to encompass problems and come up with working solutions!
Donna – That’s a blatantly sexist comment.
If it was said by a man you’d jump up and down calling him mean names… bit hypocritical, dont you thing?
“Thankfully men think differently than women, and their problem solving skills are more able to encompass problems and come up with working solutions! – Don Blackburn
Hi Peter Robb. Criticizing Israel and supporting Palestinian rights is not anti-Semitic.
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