Willie Burnley Jr., a Somerville City Councilor, has announced his candidacy for mayor, positioning himself as a progressive alternative to incumbent Mayor Katjana Ballantyne. Burnley highlights his advocacy for renters, stressing the need for decisive local leadership amidst federal rollbacks on rights. His campaign will focus on implementing a Green New Deal for the public schools, along with fostering community connectivity. Burnley, who has personal experience with housing struggles, aims to represent diverse voices through his advocacy for housing rights and inclusion for marginalized communities, including polyamorous individuals.
With a federal administration determined to roll back our rights, decisive local leadership is more important than ever. I believe I can bring our community together around shared values that will create a safer, more sustainable, and economically stronger Somerville.
Somerville is a city of squares. A city filled with artists, educators, and entrepreneurs, all fighting to make our home a better place. We deserve a mayor who will fight just as hard to transform our shared values into a reality.
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