Newton Gun Violence Prevention Endorses 13 Candidates For Office

Newton MA

28 September, 2021

10:37 AM

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NEWTON, MA — Newton Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative has endorsed 13 City Council and School Committee candidates in contested races for City Council and School Committee. Previously known as Stop Gun Stores in Newton, Newton Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative is a local group dedicated to limiting the proliferation of guns. Since the city passed Zoning Ordinance 145-21 earlier this year to limit firearms dealers, the group has shifted their focus to supporting legislation and candidates dedicated to preventing gun violence. "We asked the candidates in contested races for City Council and School Committee in Newton about their plans to help make Newton a leading city in Gun Violence Prevention," said Newton Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative in a news release. "We want to thank every candidate who answered our survey - we know your schedules are very busy and we really appreciate your time." The group's endorsements were chosen based on survey responses, support of 145-21, approach to legally defensible legislation, and view of effective gun control as including equal access to education, affordable housing, mental health services, and social support systems. Candidates' past records and public statements were also considered. Here is a list of candidates endorsed by Newton Gun Violence Prevention Collaborative: Councilors at Large Ward 1 - Alison LearyWard 3 - Andrea Kelley and Meryl KesslerWard 4 - Deb Crossley and Andreae DownsWard 6 - Alicia Bowman and Victoria Danberg Ward Councilors Ward 1 - Maria Scibelli GreenbergWard 3 - Jim Cote Ward 5 - Bill HumphreyWard 6 - Brenda Noel School Committee Ward 6 - Shawn FitzgibbonsWard 7 - Kathy Shields