Latoya Gayle earns Allison S. Cartwright’s Endorsement for State Senate First Suffolk District

Latoya Gayle earns Allison S. Cartwright’s Endorsement for State Senate First Suffolk District

Building upon a broad coalition of labor unions and progressive organizations, Latoya Gayle continues to earn the support of respected community leaders. 

Boston, MA—Latoya Gayle, candidate for State Senate in the First Suffolk District, has earned the endorsement of the Clerk of the Supreme Judicial Court in Suffolk County Allison S. Cartwright, Esq. Gayle is a mother of four, a lifelong advocate, and a community centered leader. 

Rooted in Dorchester, Latoya has spent her career centering families, amplifying community voices, and turning lived experience into meaningful change. Gayle is running for First Suffolk State Senate to fight for affordability, sustainability, and expanded opportunity for the communities who call this district home. 

Cartwright voiced her confidence in Gayle and her unwavering support in her bid for State Senate, highlighting her record of advocacy, community leadership, and commitment to delivering results for working families.

“It is with great confidence that I endorse Latoya Gayle for the senate seat in the First Suffolk District.” said Clerk Allison S. Cartwright, Esq. “Latoya’s decades of advocating on behalf of the people in and around Boston make her the ideal choice to represent the people of the First Suffolk District on Beacon Hill. As a former public interest attorney with over 30 years representing clients from the First Suffolk District, I know the value and impact of community and community organizers. They make our neighborhoods safe, give voice to working families and accountability to government. Latoya’s passion and dedication to improving educational systems, advocating for affordable housing, and expanding avenues for employment and economic opportunities is the organizing force that we need on Beacon Hill. Having worked in executive management positions and volunteered with community organizations for more than a decade Latoya Gayle has shown us that she can lead with purpose and get solid results. The time is now for Latoya to take her talents to Beacon Hill and represent her community in the Senate.”

In addition to the support of Mayor Michelle Wu, Latoya Gayle has earned the support of major local unions, including AFSCME Council 93, SEIU 32BJ, and UNITE HERE Local 26. Progressive organizations that have put their support behind Gayle include the Working Families Party, Progressive MA, Mass Alliance, and Planned Parenthood. Gayle has earned the support of longtime community leaders, including Ann Walsh, Ms. Shirley Jones, Steve Hollinger, Kate Barnes, and many others. This broad coalition of supporters reinforces that she is the most qualified candidate to serve the First Suffolk District. 

The preliminary election will take place Tuesday, September 1.