Gammill Sends Congrats to Winner Rogers After State Rep Election

"I will always treasure the memories of this campaign."

The votes are in, and the voters are sending Dave Rogers to Beacon Hill. Congratulations, Dave, on a race well run. I would like to thank the tremendous support that so many of you have given to me and to my open, innovative campaign. You have lifted me in so many ways over the course of the last five months. I will always treasure the memories of this campaign. And congratulations to Tomi Olson, Margaret Hegarty, and Bobby Reardon for running fine races as well. I have a new appreciation for what it takes to put one's name on a ballot, and each of these competitors deserves the thanks and respect of the voters of Middlesex's 24th district. Jim Gammill Independent Candidate, 24th Middlesex House District

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Rogers An 'Impressive Candidate'

"This guy was better in person than his reputation preceded him."

I first met Dave Rogers when he rang our door bell early in his campaign. He had done his homework: he knew our names and he was talking to as many people as he could reach. A few days later we received a card with a handwritten note. Then, I started to hear more positive things about Dave. To me, campaigning door to door was already good enough. The news was that Dave was attending all the important meetings in town, he was talking to voters and listening to their concerns and through hard work and determination he was steadily gaining support. Above all, this was serious work ethic. Just a couple of weeks after he showed up at our front door I went to a coffee and got to know Dave. He grew up in Pennsylvania, one of seven children. His …

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Race for State Rep, 2012

The State Rep Candidates Make Their Closing Arguments

Jim Gammill, Tomi Olson and Dave Rogers' final appeals to the voters of the "ABC" District.

Jim Gammill, Independent Open Innovative Government  I am running as your neighbor. For 26 years I lived in the district, raising a family and enjoying all the benefits that come with calling Belmont and Arlington my home.  For about ten thousand days you've seen me on the bus, on the bike paths, at the playgrounds, coaching sports teams, organizing outreach activities, and also just hanging out. I know this district first hand. I bring thirty-five years of professional experience to this race. As someone with a long track record of original ideas, I will make unique contributions to the legislative process. But the most powerful thing I'll bring to this job is your mandate and authority.  By electing me over the two party candidates, you …

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Letter to the Editor: Former Resident Lends Olson His Support

"Her thoughts on the MBTA, pensions, health care, Belmont Uplands, educational issues and elder affairs are ones I agree with her on."

Though I no longer live in Belmont, I grew up there and we raised our family there. I lived in the town for over 55 years and got to know it quite well. I believe in getting involved in your community and offering support where ever you can. I coached youth sports for over 10 years. I was then fortunate to serve on the Warrant Committee for four years. During this time, I was asked to chair the financial task force. Next I was able to serve as a selectman for six years. Finally was the great opportunity to chair the senior center site committee. The McLean project brought out the best in how a community can work together with strong differences and still bring about a successful compromise. During this time I got to know many great …

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor: Gammill is the Independent Local Voice

"He will approach work on Beacon Hill ... doing what’s best for our district and the state, no matter what party politics are at play."

On Nov. 6, I will be voting for Belmont's Jim Gammill, Independent for State Representative. Although I have pulled the Democratic lever for years, I am confident that Jim is the right choice. Jim has a local perspective, having lived in Belmont for almost thirty years. He raised his family alongside mine and I know he will prioritize the school system and the local aid needed to improve Belmont and the district as a whole. Most of all, Jim is a hard worker. Over the years he has proven his abilities as a faculty member at both Harvard and MIT and as a nonprofit leader. He has been successful because of his approach to challenges: Jim is rational, collaborative and thoughtful. He will approach work on Beacon Hill with this same framework, …

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State Rep Hopefuls Claim Independent Mantel at Forum

Final face-to-face meeting between three seeking the "ABC" district has one candidate believes the race is down to two; others disagree.

In the long-running game show "To Tell the Truth," three contestants would identify themselves as the same person with a peculiar experience and it was up to the panel of guest stars to correctly identify the player from the two impostors. In a similar vein, the voters in the 24th Middlesex House of Representatives District are being asked by the three candidates seeking to become their state representative to correctly ID the one who is the true independent in the race. At last night's forum sponsored by the Belmont League of Women Voters held in the Chenery Middle School auditorium, Dave Rogers, Jim Gammill and Tomi Olson each attempted to convince registered voters that once elected, they would not abandon them for outside interests or …

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