Endorsements

Who else is with Jim?

Former two term State of Massachusetts Representative and
Current Mayor of the City of Attleboro, Paul Heroux
Mayor of Attleboro, Paul Heroux not only fully supported, but actively canvassed for re-election candidate Jim Hawkins for State Representative to take over the seat that he vacated when he took office as Mayor. Jim was elected by the voters of Attleboro on April 3rd in a special election. Paul said, “I have known Jim for over 5 years. Jim was an Attleboro high school math teacher and a small business owner before retiring. Now, Jim wants to serve as State Representative. Jim has what it takes to be an effective advocate for education, small businesses and families. I credit Jim with planting the seed for what became my biggest legislative achievement when I was Attleboro’s State Representative. Jim told me of the need for school internet in Attleboro and across Massachusetts. His advocacy led to me successfully getting a $38 million bond authorization for school internet, of which $10 million has been spent on schools throughout Massachusetts, including Attleboro. Jim is well respected by progressives and conservatives alike. Join me and vote for Jim Hawkins for State Representative.”

Ty Waterman - Former candidate (opponent) for State Representative
"I had a revelation...now it’s my turn to help Jim win this race for democratic values, for the entire city of Attleboro. He’s a nice man and an excellent advocate for our Attleboro schools. So, I emailed Jim. I told him that I want to endorse him and actively work door to door to help him to victory. We made a pact in December to support one another and never attack each other. Now was the time for me to live up to that promise. Ty may have lost the original primary to Jim, but he sure won the hearts of many Attleboro residents and our campaign has had nothing but kind words for him and about him. He understands the need for progress, inclusiveness, equality, compassion and commitment to serve. He says he will give his all to support a candidate with like values. Like Jim, Ty understands that our government is for the people, by the people. He will stand by Jim in his pursuit to continue serving Attleboro with tenacity and common sense. Ty allowed us to share some of his thoughts. "I am in a position to help Jim...to ask my voters to give Jim their support. Will you help Jim to victory over Julie Hall on November 6th? I would give Jim all 402 of my votes if I could” ~Ty Waterman

Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts
Proud of my dedication to public service and safety.
Humbled and honored to be endorsed by such a commendable group of servants to society.
I hold Professional Firefighters in exceptionally high regard. Thank you!

MASSACHUSETTS COALITION OF POLICE PROUDLY ENDORSES
JIM HAWKINS FOR STATE REPRESENTATIVE

~Mass C.O.P. is the largest law enforcement union in Massachusetts. Our focus on the welfare of our police officers has resulted in unprecedented membership growth. We now represent over 4,300 members serving in more than 157 cities and towns in Massachusetts. Our long-term strategic planning and experienced staff has made us the most powerful and trusted law enforcement advocate in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. ~
"What an absolute privilege, to be considered by an organization focused on the safety and welfare of those who choose to serve us with dignity and honor" - Jim Hawkins

AFL-CIO
OFFICIALLY ENDORSES CANDIDATE
-JIM HAWKINS

"The role of the Massachusetts AFL-CIO is to serve as the unified voice of all organized workers in the Commonwealth and to be a voice for all working people, those in unions and those not yet organized. Our mission is to improve the lives of working families—by working for economic, social and racial justice in the workplace, in our communities, our state and in our nation. Our vision is of a fair and just society that benefits all working people"

MASSACHUSETTS TEACHER'S ASSOCIATION
proudly endorses
JIM HAWKINS for STATE REPRESENTATIVE

-MTA represents 110,000 members in close to 400 local associations throughout Massachusetts. We are teachers, faculty, professional staff and education support professionals working at public schools, colleges and universities across Massachusetts.
MTA members have been advocates for public schools for 170 years.
Every legislative and legal victory has been a victory for the MTA, for public schools and for the future.

Massachusetts Nurses Association
proudly endorses
JIM HAWKINS for STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Planned Parenthood
proudly endorses
JIM HAWKINS for STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Young Democrats of Massachusetts - The Future, Now!
proudly endorses
JIM HAWKINS for STATE REPRESENTATIVE
“Jim Hawkins is hands down the most qualified man who has run for office in a very long time. He may just be the most genuine and down to earth man that I have ever had the pleasure to know. He is not only the most competent candidate, but he is the right candidate.
Jim has proven that he will be a leader on important issues.
Jim will NOT be a follower. Jim will be a leader. Jim will continue to be a champion for education
issues when he is elected to represent Attleboro on Tuesday.
As Senate District Coordinator, Jim fought for students like myself each and everyday.
Jim’s campaign has been about the message. Never once has this campaign gone off message or negative.
That is a perfect representation of Jim’s character.” ~Michael E. Dooley, Chair Neponset Valley Young Democrats

Bay State Stonewall Democrats
proudly endorses
JIM HAWKINS for STATE REPRESENTATIVE

Environmental League of Massachusetts

Attleboro for Education

ATTLEBORO EDUCATION ASSOCIATION
The amount of gratitude and appreciation I feel knowing I have the full support and confidence of such an outstanding group of dedicated educators and advocates of the children of this city is immeasurable. I will continue to support AEA, their mission, educators, and families of Attleboro.
Thank you.~ Jim

“The AEA has voted and agreed to officially support Jim Hawkins for State Representative. Though the AEA does not typically support candidates in the political arena publicly, an exception was made in this case as Jim is a retired Attleboro Public School educator and AEA member who supports, among other things, what the AEA is all about - education, Attleboro Public Schools, the AEA membership, and the children of Attleboro.” ~AEA