Endorsements

  • Michelle Wu

    Mayor of Boston

    “Over many years, I've seen Sharon passionately champion the needs and concerns of our residents. She has been a valued advisor, team member, and friend, who always leads with her heart and knows how to get things done. Sharon will hit the ground running, working towards building safer streets, affordable housing, and climate-resilient infrastructure, all while addressing the nuts-and-bolts, fundamental constituent service needs of our communities.”

  • Ed Markey

    U.S. Senator

    “Sharon is both a leader and a neighbor, doing the grassroots work on the ground for years and bringing diverse voices to the table. Whether she is collecting signatures on the corner or negotiating at the boardroom table, she is dedicated to engaging all stakeholders in the decisions that directly affect their lives and livelihoods. That’s who we need in the Boston City Council. I proudly endorse Sharon Durkan, and I look forward to working in partnership with Sharon to ensure District 8 continues to have what it needs to thrive.”

  • Jay Livingstone

    State Representative, 8th Suffolk

    “I am proud to endorse our next City Councilor Sharon Durkan. I've worked closely with Sharon for years and have found her to be creative, smart, and hard working. She has a proven record of accomplishment and I'm excited to partner with her on the most pressing issues in our neighborhoods, such as climate justice, transit, affordable housing, and mental health. She will make a great councilor in District 8.”

  • Kenzie Bok

    Former Councilor, District 8

    “I’m very proud to endorse Sharon Durkan to succeed me as District 8’s Boston City Councilor. I’ve watched Sharon’s excellent grassroots organizing over her time as Chair of the Boston Ward 5 Democrats, and as a neighbor I know her deep interest in the quality of life issues that affect all our local communities. She will be a passionate advocate for Mission Hill, the Fenway, Back Bay, Beacon Hill, and the West End at City Hall.”

  • Aaron Michlewitz

    Chairman, Ways & Means; State Rep. 3rd Suffolk

    “Sharon's strong advocacy for safer streets, improved infrastructure, and reliable public transit will make her an invaluable asset in the Council and a strong partner of the State House. With Sharon's passion and unwavering dedication to enhancing the quality of life in District 8, I have full confidence that she will be an outstanding councilor and collaborator.”

  • Lydia Edwards

    State Senator, 1st Suffolk and Middlesex District

    “Sharon is a community activist, advocate, leader, and trusted friend. Her years of organizing as Ward 5 Chair and proven dedication to housing, climate, and environmental justice makes her the perfect choice to represent District 8. With Sharon's expertise and dedication, our community will be well represented and fought for in all her work. I wholeheartedly endorse her for City Council and look forward to partnering with her in the State Senate for our shared communities.”

  • Ruthzee Louijeune

    City Councilor, At-Large

    “I’ve had the privilege of working closely with Sharon. She was one of the first supporters of my campaign, and her early advice and expertise brought us momentum. She is a hardworking community leader and tireless advocate who understands the challenges faced by renters across our city. She’ll be a staunch advocate for real affordable housing measures and climate resilient neighborhoods. She’ll be a great partner on the Council, and I look forward to working closely with her to build a stronger, more inclusive Boston.”

  • Liz Miranda

    State Senator, 2nd Suffolk District

    “I can attest to Sharon’s unwavering dedication to the community. She is not only a good friend, but a passionate advocate who I trust to foster and uplift community engagement in Mission Hill. I have no doubt that she will be a strong advocate for our neighborhood.”

  • Gabriela Coletta

    City Councilor, District 1

    “District 8 needs someone who can hit the ground running and fight for the community’s best interests on day one. With Sharon’s experience, energy, and dedication, I am confident that she is the best person for the job. Sharon’s commitment to excellent constituent services combined with her lived experience as a multi-modal renter make her the ideal candidate to tackle urgent challenges such as affordable housing and pedestrian safety. I proudly endorse Sharon and look forward to working with her on the Council.”

  • Josh Zakim

    Former Councilor, District 8

    “I’ve had the privilege of knowing Sharon for years, and I have been consistently impressed by her dedication to the district and her unwavering commitment to serving the community as ward 5 chair. There is no better person to represent the diverse population of district 8. Sharon’s experience as a renter gives her a distinct perspective on affordable housing. I’m confident Sharon will be a champion for reliable transit and safe streets, climate justice and improved mental healthcare access."

  • Ed Flynn

    City Council President

    “I am proud to endorse Sharon Durkan. As Council President and a representative of multiple Ward 5 precincts, I have had the privilege of working closely with Sharon and witnessing her dedication to our community. Her commitment to constituent services and her passion for safe streets is evident in every conversation we have had. Sharon is not only a trusted friend, but a true advocate. With her leadership, I have no doubt that our residents will be well-represented.”

  • Christopher Worrell

    State Representative, 5th Suffolk

    “Sharon Durkan is a community leader and neighborhood advocate with a proven record of delivering for Bostonians at all levels of government. We look forward to partnering with Sharon to advance our shared priorities -- increasing access to affordable housing and homeownership, advancing Black & Brown economic empowerment, and investing in our communities so everyone can thrive."

  • Brian Worrell

    City Councilor, District 4

    “Sharon Durkan is a community leader and neighborhood advocate with a proven record of delivering for Bostonians at all levels of government. We look forward to partnering with Sharon to advance our shared priorities -- increasing access to affordable housing and homeownership, advancing Black & Brown economic empowerment, and investing in our communities so everyone can thrive."

  • Mike Moran

    House Majority Leader; Rep. 18th Suffolk

    ”I am proud to endorse Sharon Durkan for Boston City Council District 8. Sharon is a proven community leader with a record of organizing for affordable housing, climate resilience, and many more of the issues that matter to the City of Boston. I know Sharon will make a great City Councilor and I look forward to partnering with her in the House.”

  • UNITE HERE Local 26

    Carlos Aramayo
    President, UNITE HERE Local 26

    “We are proud to be the first union to endorse Sharon Durkan because Sharon will deliver for working people from Mission Hill to the West End. She knows many hospitality jobs are created in District 8, and she also knows these can be poverty jobs or family sustaining jobs. She will fight to ensure that every new hospitality job in District 8 is a good-paying union job.”

  • North Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters

  • SEIU 32BJ

    “We are proud to announce our endorsement of Sharon Durkan for election to the Boston City Council in District 8. Our interview committee of came away impressed by her dedication to unions as a key to winning fair wages and better conditions for working people, including the janitors, security officers, and other 32BJ members who work in the Back Bay. Her experience will help her hit the ground running in the City Council, and we know we will be able to count on her support.”

  • Sierra Club

    Massachusetts Chapter

    “Sharon Durkan offers a clear vision of the benefits of a climate-resilient Boston and understands the policies and investments we need to make it happen. We can count on her to be a champion of green spaces, public transit, and healthy buildings for all.”

  • Environmental League of Massachusetts

    Action Fund

    “Sharon Durkan has a long track record of supporting strong environmental candidates for office. We are thrilled to endorse her for election as she continues to advocate for the climate, including for a Green New Deal for Boston Public Schools.”

  • Greater Boston Labor Council

    “We are proud to endorse Sharon Durkan for Boston District 8. We know that Sharon will fight for the working people in her district and across our diverse and vibrant neighborhoods. Sharon knows that unions are the heart of this city and the key to unlocking equitable opportunities for all residents. We are proud to fight alongside her as we build towards a more just and equitable future."

  • Greater Boston Building Trades Unions