What they’re saying about Grace Ross

“Grace Ross has been a fresh voice; she is diligent, honest, really insightful about policy and a very creative problem-solver.”
–State Senator Ed Augustus, Worcester 2nd District

“It is refreshing to see a public leader who takes a holistic approach to problem solving. If Worcester wants to be a ‘City on the Move,’ we need creativity and long-term thinking. When elected, I believe Grace will be able to inspire the rest of the City Council to be bolder and wiser.”
–Suzanne LePage, Community Planner for 14 years

“We believe that hers would be a valuable voice on the Council.”
–Worcester Magazine

“I know Grace very well and I respect her and agree with a lot of her ideas.”
–US Rep. James McGovern, in the Worcester Telegram & Gazette

“The City of Worcester will be at the center of a large development and economic growth period over the next few years. Our members in Worcester know that they will be able to count on you when issues of job creation . . . are before the Worcester City Council.”
–John Laughlin, Painters District 35

“Grace Ross will make an excellent City Councilor because she works with and identifies with people at the grassroots. She has new approaches to neighborhood political power where she networks and empowers the residents around issues of crime, housing and city living.”
–Edwardo Rivera, co-owner of Worcester Auto Sales

“You have a real strong sense of the need for consensus building on the City Council - a very broad understanding of the issues . . . a realistic sense of how to deal with situation so that no one was adversely affected. We were very impressed with how specific your solutions were . . . .”
–Judy Roy, Worcester Coalition of Municipal Retirees

“I have noticed the most how well she listens and then takes action on her understanding.”
–Frank Raffa, President, Worcester Firefighters Local 1009

“Grace Ross has a demonstrated a high level of knowledge and commitment to environmental issues. Throughout her life she has taken strong environmental positions that make her a clear choice for environmentally-minded voters.”
–Phil Sego, Political Chair of the Massachusetts Sierra Club

“While Worcester faces many challenges the future holds many opportunities. Her pro-labor beliefs will ensure that working families will play a vital role in Worcester’s future and share in its success.”
–Jack Donahue, Business Agent, Worcester Carpenters Local 107

“Grace Ross is very well-informed about a wide range of issues of importance to Worcester. She speaks directly and concisely, without lots of empty rhetoric.”
–Barbara C. Kohin, longtime Worcester resident

“It is refreshing to have a candidate who clearly understands that creating opportunity for those who have the least is a true measure of effective leadership and public service.”
–Ron Scott, longtime Worcester resident.

“Grace will work hard to represent all residents of Worcester, not just a small group. She will listen to our needs and work with all of us to decide on effective solutions to make Worcester a better city for all.”
–Carmen Negron, Worcester resident