Dr. Katie McBrine, Democratic candidate for State Senate, Plymouth and Norfolk, has earned an impressive roster of endorsements since announcing her campaign in March 2018. The most prestigious endorsement is that of President Barack Obama, who is lending his support to key, change-making state-level races. Dr. Howard Dean, Governor Michael Dukakis, and former EPA head Gina McCarthy round out an impressive list of high-profile individuals who believe Dr. McBrine represents much needed change.
Dr. McBrine said, "Every one of these organizations and individuals believes that my policies not only represent their members but are the best way forward for the communities in this district. Their support is a source of pride, and I am honored to have earned their trust."
As of October 1, 2018, the campaign had also secured endorsements from organizations representing labor, health care, the Democratic party, and the community:
- Labor: OPEIU Local 453 (professional, office and clerical employees of the MBTA), MBTA Inspectors Local 600 (chief inspectors and inspectors of the MBTA), UAW (among the largest and most diverse unions in the country), Massachusetts Coalition of Police (largest law enforcement union in the state)
- Health Care: Planned Parenthood Advocacy Fund (providing access to quality health care and advancing women's and reproductive rights), MassCare (advocating for a single-payer system), NARAL Pro-Choice America
- Party: Gina McCarthy (former administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency), Dr. Howard Dean (former Vermont governor, chair of the Democratic National Committee, and presidential candidate), Michael Dukakis (former Massachusetts governor and presidential candidate), Young Democrats of Massachusetts (engaging young people to participate in the political process), Bay State Stonewall Democrats (LGBTQ+ Democrats of Massachusetts).
- Community: Run for Something (recruiting and supporting young, progressive candidates nationwide), 314 Action (encouraging STEM professionals to pursue public office), Progressive Massachusetts (statewide grassroots organization promoting social justice and progressive policies), Progressive Change Campaign Committee (national grassroots organization promoting social justice and progressive policies), MassAlliance (coalition of political and advocacy organizations seeking progressive change), Working Families Party (pursuing a more just and equitable economy for all), MassEquality (advocating against discrimination and oppression based on sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression)
The campaign has also been endorsed by the Massachusetts Women's Political Caucus, a nonpartisan organization committed to increasing the representation of women in public office, and has received the support of Moms Demand Action, which cannot endorse but has named Dr. McBrine a Gun Sense Candidate.
Dr. McBrine said, "This campaign is talking to voters about the importance of health and well-being to our families, communities, and economy. My 'Prescription for Change' is the right agenda for the district."
"As State Senator, I will prioritize fixing our health care system while also tackling the opioid crisis, promoting clean transportation, protecting our environment, and crafting effective public health and safety legislation," Dr. McBrine added.
With the general election only one month away, the campaign is running an aggressive grassroots effort in each of the eight cities and towns in the Plymouth and Norfolk district.
Dr. Katie McBrine, a pediatrician, is the Democratic candidate running for the Plymouth & Norfolk state senate seat. Her campaign, "A Prescription for Change," reflects a commitment to health and community through health care system reform, modernizing public transportation, providing unsurpassed educational opportunities for all, and stewarding the environment. Dr. McBrine lives in Hingham with her husband and two children and practices in Scituate. For more information about the campaign, visit www.votemcbrine.com or social media channels.
