2024 State Rep. Debates
Three state reps. in the Chamber's footprint are retiring at the end of this legislative session. The chamber hosted debates for all races ahead of the Sept. 3rd Democratic Primary. Watch them below
13th Norfolk District
This debate took place July 16th and was between Patrick A. Gatto, Kenneth Ruetenik, and Joshua Tarsky. They’ll compete with Bill Dermody, who’s running as an unenrolled candidate in November. This seat covers Needham, Dover, and part of Medfield.
Watch the candidates discuss housing policy
Watch the candidates discuss the MCAS Referendum
12th Middlesex District
This debate took place July 18th and was between two sitting city councilors, Rick Lipof and Bill Humphrey, and their former council colleague, Greg Schwartz. No Republicans or independents are running, so the September winner will go to Beacon Hill. This seat covers part of Newton and Brookline.
Watch the candidates discuss housing policy
Watch the candidates discuss how they would approach the legislative process
11th Middlesex District
This debate took place July 31st and was between former City Councilor Amy Sangiolo and Alexander Jablon. That winner faces Republican Vladislav Yanovsky on Nov. 5. This seat covers part of Newton.
Watch the candidates discuss housing policy
Watch the candidates discuss their experience and motivation to work on Beacon Hill