On Sunday, August 13, the sponsors of the citizen’s petition to eliminate partisan elections in Hopkinton will be collecting signatures. Residents that wish to add their name to this initiative can meet Ed Harrow and John Cardillo from 9:00 – 11:00 AM at the Town Common. All signers must be registered voters.
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“What occurred during this last election cycle involving pseudonyms, newsjacking and fake news was all driven by partisan politics,” said Harrow. “From my perspective, there are no Democratic or Republican solutions to our problems, there are only Hopkinton solutions.”
The petition would prevent the terms “Democratic Caucus Nominee” or “Republican Caucus Nominee” from appearing next to a candidate for public office’s name on the ballot. It would also prevent political parties from caucusing to anoint a candidate.
Hopkinton is one of only 16 towns in the Commonwealth that still hosts partisan elections for local candidates.
Plastic Pig for town mascot!
with lipstick LOL
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Great idea. Sorry Craig, but the town mascot may have to be a Lemming considering the ongoing trails takeover
“Newsjacking” – Love It!
Just because misinformation is rampant and repeated, it doesn’t make it the Truth
Thanks to all who stopped by and added their name to the petition. John, Amanda, and I are exceedingly pleased with the sheer numbers and, more importantly, the cross section of Hopkinton citizens that joined us.
Thank you!