Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

We are offering our endorsement of Carolyn Dykema to continue as State Representative for Massachusetts’ 8^th Middlesex District.  We base this decision on a number of areas of success and achievement during her first two terms, including her demonstrated ability to work with other legislator to get things done, as well as her ongoing support for education and our veterans.

First, to get things done in government it is not enough to have a good idea, representatives must have the ability to convince others to support your idea. Carolyn has demonstrated that ability over and over again thorough her first two terms as a state representative.  Her success in this regard has been acknowledged by recent awards she has received from the Massachusetts Nursery and Landscaping Association and the Massachusetts Water Works Association in recognition of her continued efforts to preserve our environment.

Second, Carolyn continues to work to support our schools. In an era where school budgets are declining but the need for quality education is dramatically increasing.  Carolyn has been a leader in developing partnerships between local schools and area businesses to assure that our young people will have the skills they need to be successful in business upon graduation.

Carolyn Dykema has worked tirelessly and highly effectively to support the constituents of the 8^th Middlesex District and we enthusiastically support her reelection

Jan McDevitt

Jack McDevitt

7 Beaver Brook Dr

Holliston Ma 01746

Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

A vote for Carolyn Dykema for State Representative in the 8^th Middlesex District will help continue a fine tradition for all the residents in the District.  Over the years my neighbors and I have been very ably represented at the State House by folks like Barbara Gardner, Paul Loscocco, and most recently Dykema—folks from different parties but dedicated to common principles— professionalism, ethics, commitment and stewardship.  Carolyn continues the effort to advance goals we can all support— small business protections, veteran’s benefits, state support of educational priorities, transparency and accountability from elected officials.  Honestly, we are very fortunate to have her working for us at the State House; I hope you join me on Tuesday, November 6^th voting for Carolyn Dykema for State Rep.

Carolyn works tirelessly for issues that I value like excellence in education, veteran’s benefits, innovative environmental initiatives, responsible fiscal management and progressive social initiatives like healthcare for all.  Further she works across the aisles with folks from all constituency bases; she is respectful, responsive and cooperative…in short she works hard to find common ground while also working to move the entire district forward in important ways.

I find it interesting and instructive that in my household that now includes voters in both major parties and those that choose to remain un-enrolled, she may be the only candidate on Tuesday that gets all of our votes; we value and encourage independent and critical thinking in our children, and she is a candidate that earns a vote from all quarters.  Even my 11 year old (admittedly a non-voter) understands that Mrs. Dykema is nice, hard-working and invested.  We are a tough house politically speaking, but Carolyn Dykema inspires us all to action…we all support Carolyn Dykema for State Representative.

In her recent mailing she included a photo of hands “holding the rope”, an image that speaks volumes.  Sometimes we all hold on and work hard for ourselves and our neighbors—we “hold the rope” for all including those who can’t hold on for themselves at the time.  Sometimes, we let go and count on others to “hold the rope”.  It comforts and encourages me that Carolyn Dykema is always hard at work and “holding the rope” for all of us in the 8^th Middlesex District.  Vote Dykema on Tuesday November 6^, 2012.

Muriel Kramer

39 North Street

 Hopkinton, MA

Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

Dear Editor:
As election day draws near, I would like to express my support for Rep. Carolyn Dykema.  Rep. Dykema has represented our district well and has demonstrated support for our local needs, schools and families.  She is also a staunch supporter of our distinguished veterans and wounded warriors.

Most important, she really listens and does her homework on issues.  I have been deeply impressed by her commitment and genuine concern.  She has the courage to break ranks with the Beacon Hill establishment,when appropriate, such as opposing expansion of gaming.

I am a registered independent and my ballot will reflect my choices of the candidates from both parties.  This election cycle, my choice for state representative is clear – Carolyn Dykema.  I hope that my neighbors will join me in supporting Rep. Dykema as well.

Sincerely,

James F.X. Kenealy, M.D.

21 East Main Street

Hopkinton

Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

In support of Carolyn Dykema for re-election for state rep. of the 8th district.

To me Carolyn Dykema is the definition of “good people”.
She is a tireless advocate who cares about our community.

She has reached out to me when my family has been hurting,
she has reached out to my son to help with an Eagle scout project,
she has reached out to the seniors,
she has reached out to veterans,
she has reached out on the environment,
and has reached out to support our children’s education.

Carolyn Dykema is a good neighbor who reaches out to the concerns and needs in the 8th district.

I am reaching out to you to show Carolyn Dykema your support on November 6th with your vote so she may continue to reach out and support our community.

Thank you,
Darlene Hayes
1 Third Road
Hopkinton, MA

Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

To The Editor:

Representative Carolyn Dykema has my utmost respect and support. During the 4 years that I have served on the Westborough School Committee, Representative Dykema has impressed me with her intelligence, steady decision-making ability, responsiveness, strong work ethic, and even-keeled temperament. She is always willing to roll up her sleeves, putting forth hard work and thoughtful effort to achieve practical solutions for our community. For instance, Representative Dykema fought for Westborough and other towns to obtain additional Chapter 70 Education Funds this year and to be reimbursed for the previously unfunded mandate of busing homeless students back to their home districts. Representative Dykema’s integrity and strength of character make her an asset to the Massachusetts legislature and her constituents. I urge you to join me in voting for Carolyn Dykema on November 6t.h.

Respectfully,

Ilyse Levine-Kanji
11 Rocklawn Road
Westborough, MA 01581

Endorsement of Carolyn Dykema

Dykema Standing Up for Our Veterans
Throughout the process of drafting a veterans’ omnibus bill poised to increase access to benefits and services for veterans, my staff and I met with many individuals and groups. I was proud of the input we received from each and every member of the Legislature during the drafting of the “VALOR Act”. Representative Carolyn Dykema was at the forefront of these deliberations, especially advocating for the inclusion of veterans’ treatment courts.

When I returned home from my recent deployment in Iraq, I wanted to ensure our state remained forward-thinking and focused on the current and future climate for our service men and women and their families. Representative Dykema, as a member of the Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs, quickly and without hesitation reached out to me and my staff to impress the importance of including court diversion treatment programs for our veterans in the “VALOR Act”. On numerous occasions, my staff and I met with Representative Dykema to develop provisions in the bill that would assist service men and women dealing with the difficulties of reintegrating back into society after their military deployments.

The “VALOR Act” was signed into law by Governor Patrick on May 31, 2012. With Representative Dykema’s support and counsel, several provisions of the new law were adopted directly from the legislation she originally filed and for which she advocated at the beginning of this legislative session. House bill 3410, An Act Relative to Support for Veterans, provided a blueprint for how we should evaluate the unique experiences and needs of our veterans as Massachusetts continues to explore models for veterans’ treatment courts. The passion and enthusiasm Representative Dykema displayed in advocating for our veterans, military members, and their families was unmatched. I certainly look forward to partnering with her and her knowledgeable staff in the future to address the many issues that still remain within our veteran population.

State Senator Mike Rush
Co-Chair, Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
Iraq War Veteran