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** [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1487F0B4D3EE2470&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-29&f_publisher= Koutoujian wraps up Five-for-the-Fifth], by the Koutoujian campaign | ** [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1487F0B4D3EE2470&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-29&f_publisher= Koutoujian wraps up Five-for-the-Fifth], by the Koutoujian campaign | ||
** [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1487F0B4D3EE2470&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-29&f_publisher= Clark starts Kitchen Table Tour], by the Clark campaign | ** [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1487F0B4D3EE2470&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-29&f_publisher= Clark starts Kitchen Table Tour], by the Clark campaign | ||
* Boston Herald: [http://bostonherald.com/news_opinion/columnists/2013/08/cashman_if_candidates_are_transparent_they_should_prove_it Cashman: If candidates are transparent, they should prove it], by Jaclyn Cashman (Aug. 27, 2013) | |||
* Boston.com: [http://www.boston.com/politicalintelligence/2013/08/25/brownsberger-candidate-for-markey-congressional-seat-set-kick-off-campaign-with-bike-ride/hTLTcVuwHyhYMBWzFGbjpL/story.html Brownsberger, candidate for Markey Congressional seat, set to kick off campaign with bike ride], by Joshua Miller (Aug 25, 2013) | * Boston.com: [http://www.boston.com/politicalintelligence/2013/08/25/brownsberger-candidate-for-markey-congressional-seat-set-kick-off-campaign-with-bike-ride/hTLTcVuwHyhYMBWzFGbjpL/story.html Brownsberger, candidate for Markey Congressional seat, set to kick off campaign with bike ride], by Joshua Miller (Aug 25, 2013) | ||
* Lexington Minuteman: [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1485A065D5B914B8&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-22&f_publisher= Katherine Clark celebrated the 78th anniversary of Social Security with Medford seniors on Aug. 14.], unattributed (Aug 22, 2013) | * Lexington Minuteman: [http://infoweb.newsbank.com.lexproxy.minlib.net/iw-search/we/InfoWeb?p_product=NewsBank&p_theme=aggregated5&p_action=doc&p_docid=1485A065D5B914B8&d_place=ZBBN&f_issue=2013-08-22&f_publisher= Katherine Clark celebrated the 78th anniversary of Social Security with Medford seniors on Aug. 14.], unattributed (Aug 22, 2013) | ||
Revision as of 00:24, 9 October 2013
Will Brownsberger (D)
http://www.willbrownsbergerforcongress.com
Public offices:
- State Senator, 2nd Suffolk and Middlesex District, including Belmont, Watertown, and parts of Boston and Cambridge (since 2012)
- State Representative, 24th Middlesex District, including Belmont and parts of Arlington and Cambridge (2007 - 2012)
- Belmont Selectman (1998 - 2007)
- More background info available on his web site
Web:
- Voter outreach web site as State Senator
- Facebook page: Will Brownsberger
- Wiki page: Will Brownsberger
Katherine Clark (D)
http://www.katherineclarkforcongress.com/
Public offices:
- State Senator, 5th Middlesex District, including Malden, Melrose, Reading, Stoneham, Wakefield and Winchester (since 2011)
- State Representative (2008-2011)
- Melrose School Committee
- More background info on her web page
Web:
- Voter outreach web site as State Senator
- Facebook page: Katherine Clark
- Wiki page: Katherine Clark
Peter Koutoujian (D)
http://www.koutoujianforcongress.com
Public offices:
- Middlesex Sheriff (since 2011)
- State Representative (2006-2011)
- More background info available on Wikipedia
Web:
- Facebook page: Peter Koutoujian
- Wiki page: Peter Koutoujian
Martin Long (D)
http://www.martinlongforcongress.com
Public offices: none.
- More background info available on his campaign web site
Web:
- Facebook: Martin Long
- Blog: Born Again Democrat
Paul John Maisano (D)
http://www.pauljohnmaisanoforcongress.com
Public offices: none.
- More background info available on his campaign web site
Web:
- Facebook: Paul John Maisano
- Blog: Paul Maisano
Carl Sciortino (D)
http://www.carlforcongress.com
Public offices:
- State representative, 34th Middlesex district, including parts of Medford and Somerville (since 2004)
- More background info available on Wikipedia
Web:
- Old MA Legislature campaign web site
- Facebook page: Carl Sciortino
- Wiki page: Carl Sciortino
Karen Spilka (D)
http://www.karenspilkaforcongress.com
Public offices:
- State Senator, 2nd Middlesex and Norfolk District, including Ashland, Framingham, Holliston, Hopkinton, Medway and parts of Natick and Franklin (since 2005)
- State Representative (2001-2004)
- Ashland School Committee
- More background info on her web page
Web:
- Voter outreach web site as State Senator
- Facebook page: Karen Spilka
- Wiki page: Karen Spilka
Frank Addivinola (R)
http://www.frankaddivinola.com
Public offices: none
- More candidate background info on his web page
Web:
- Facebook page: Frank Addivinola
Mike Stopa (R)
Public offices: none
- More candidate background info on his web page
Web:
- Facebook page: Michael Stopa
Tom Tierney (R)
Public offices: none
- More candidate background info on his web page
Web:
- Facebook page: Tom Tierney
Polls
See polls at Ballotpedia.
Debates
- Open Debate: MA-05 Congressional Open Debate for the Democratic Primary, moderated by Adam Green and Stephanie Taylor (Aug 10, 2013). 1h 38 min.
- Dem. Candidate Forum - Belmont and Watertown Democratic Town Committees (Sep 10, 7:00 PM)
- Watertown Middle School, 68 Waverley Avenue, Watertown, MA 02472
- Broadcast on channels 8 (Comcast) and 28 (Verizon) on Saturday, Sept. 14 at 8:00pm. Following that date, it will air on Sunday at 7:00pm and next Tuesday at 5:00pm. It will also be posted on their website later in the week: http://www.belmontmedia.org
- Progressive Voters Forum (Sept 12, 7:30 PM)
- Lesley University Amphitheater, 1815 Massachusetts Ave., 2nd floor, Cambridge (near Porter Sq. T)
- Democratic Candidates Forum (Sept 18, 7:00 PM)
- University Hall Auditorium at Lesley University, 1815 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge
- Dem. Candidate Forum - Framingham State University’s Dwight Hall/Performing Arts Center (Sept 22, 7:00 PM)
- Rep. Jay Kaufman's Open House: Congressional Candidate Forum (Sept 23, 7:00-9:00 PM)
- Arlington Town Hall Forum (Sept 26, 2013)
- League of Women Voters in Sudbury, Wayland and Weston forum (Sept 29, 2:00-4:00 PM)
- NECN Broadside: Dems in Mass. 5th Congressional District race debate (Oct 8, 2013)
News
Oct 2013
- Blue Mass Group: MA-5 debate open thread, by David Kravitz (Oct 8, 2013)
- Boston Herald: Editorial endorsement: For Dems in the 5th, by Herald Staff (Oct 8, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Katherine Patrick endorses Carl Sciortino for Congress, unattributed (Oct 7, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Koutoujian offers ideas on women's issues, unattributed (Oct 6, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Former state Sen. Susan Fargo endorses Katherine Clark for Congress, unattributed (Oct 6, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: William Brownsberger shares energy, climate policy vision, unattributed (Oct 6, 2013)
- Metro West Daily News: Fifth District - Our choice for Democrats: Spilka, by MetroWest Daily News (Oct 6, 2013)
- Boston Magazine: Massachusetts Congressional Candidates Are Struggling For Funds, by David S. Bernstein (Oct 4, 2013)
- Harvard Crimson: On Senator Brownsberger and Campaign Finance, by John A. Griffin (Oct 4, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group: MA-5 money primary: Koutoujian way out in front, by David Kravitz (Oct 4, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Koutoujian sets pace for fund-raising in US House primary, by Joshua Miller (Oct 4, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Fifth congressional District primary - Meet the CANDIDATES (Oct 3, 2013)
- Brownsberger focused on climate change, economy, education, by Brian Benson, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Sciortino ready to roll up sleeves, by Sara Mulkeen, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Koutoujian touts experience, track record, by Eli Sherman, Wicked Local Waltham staff
- Spilka looking to ascend from Beacon Hill to Capitol Hill, by Laura Krantz, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Long wants to end partisan gridlock, by Laura Krantz, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Clark vows to fight for women’s rights in D.C., by Norman Miller, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Maisano touts private-sector background, by Brian Benson, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Tierney says time is right for a Republican, by Brian Benson, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Addivinola says he will fight to reduce government spending, by Brian Benson, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Second try for Stopa, by Laura Krantz, MetroWest Daily News staff
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Oct 3, 2013)
- Brownsberger will extended a tradition, by Joan and Carl Garland, Waltham Street
- Belmont senator active on right issues, by Eileen Entin, Blossomcrest Road
- Clark has edge on issues, ability, by Harry Mieras, Coppersmyth Way
- Candidate from Belmont knows us, by Dan Fenn, Potter Pond
- Brownsberger wants debate, dialogue, by Peter Lee, Waltham Street
- Brownsberger has strongest record, by Bea Holland, Baskin Road
- Lexington Minuteman: Fifth District Congressional candidates weigh in on the environment, by Spencer Buell (Oct 3, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Brownsberger calls for congressional pay halt during shutdown, unattributed (Oct 3, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group: MA-5 open thread: who is running the best campaign?, by David Kravitz (Oct 2, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian earns Warren Tolman endorsement, unattributed (Oct 1, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group: Sciortino says some of his opponents “would cave to Tea Party” (updated: he's talking about Brownsberger), by David Kravitz (Oct 1, 2013)
Sept 2013
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Current and former Arlington officials endorse William Brownsberger, unattributed (Sept 30, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Carl Sciortino ad brings large contributions, poll surge, unattributed (Sept 29, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian highlights priorities, receives endorsement, runs first advertisement, unattributed (Sept 29, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT: Candidates similar on women's issues, by Laura Krantz (Sept 29, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian speaks to Tufts University students, unattributed (Sept 28, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Former Attorney General Scott Harshbarger endorses William Brownsberger, unattributed (Sept 28, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Congressional candidates express support for voting rights, campaign finance and ethics reforms, unattributed (Sept 26, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Sept 26, 2013)
- Brownsberger is smart, caring, bright, by Weidong Wang, Reed Street
- Radulescu-Banu backs state senator, by Andrei Radulescu-Banu, Cedar Street
- Clark answers are insightful, provoking, by Robert Kearney, Grove Street
- Boston Magazine: The Tea Party Dad Video Gave Carl Sciortino a Boost, by David S. Bernstein (Sept 25, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Campaign to succeed Markey heating up, by Joshua Miller (Sept 22, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Carl Sciortino to be on 'Hardball' tonight, Sept. 20, unattributed (Sept 20, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Katherine Clark vows to stand up for women’s health, reproductive rights, unattributed (Sept 20, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian earns endorsements, unattributed (Sept 20, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Sept 19, 2013)
- Brownsberger touted as best candidate, by Weidong Wang, Reed Street
- Spilka answers are insightful, provoking, by Robert Kearney, Grove Street
- Brownsberger has proven track record, by Fran Ludwig, Wyman Road
- Wicked Local Belmont: FIFTH DISTRICT: Editorial boards with the candidates, unattributed (Sept 18, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: In 5th District race, Koutoujian touts experience, track record, by Eli Sherman (Sept 19, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Karen Spilka endorsed by Ashland firefighters, unattributed (Sept 19, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Carl Sciortino endorsed by MassCare, unattributed (Sept 19, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Katherine Clark earns more endorsements, unattributed (Sept 18, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Ad catches fire in low-profile race to replace Markey, by Joshua Miller (Sept 19, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian attends Sandy Hook vigil in Framingham, unattributed (Sept 16, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Karen Spilka earns another labor endorsement, bringing total to 32, unattributed (Sept 15, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Democrats react with fervor on gun control, court ruling, by Joshua Miller (Sept 15, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Katherine Clark calls for increases in early education, child care funding, unattributed (Sept 13, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE - Sciortino challenges rivals on Syria, and most agree with him, by Andy Metzger (Sept 12, 2013)
- Boston.com: Two US representatives endorse Carl Sciortino in race for Fifth Congressional District, by Joshua Miller (Sept 12, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian convenes education roundtable, unattributed (Sept 12, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian earns endorsements, unattributed (Sept 12, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: In 5th District Democratic race, Maisano touts private-sector background, by Brian Benson (Sept 12, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Clark, 5th District hopeful, vows to fight for women's rights in D.C., by Norman Miller (Sept 12, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Sept 12, 2013)
- Candidate is open, balanced and bright, by Kathryn Robb, Bowker Street
- Ret. superintendent: Vote Brownsberger, by Peter Holland, Baskin Road
- Brownsberger will fight climate change, by Kay Tiffany, Reed Street
- Boston Globe: Openness on political questionnaires: Brownsberger sets the standard, editorial (Sept 8, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: League of Women Voters sponsoring candidates forum, unattributed (Sept 6, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Clark releases ‘My Pledge to Women and Families’ on Women’s Equality Day, unattributed (Sept 5, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT Koutoujian tours business, discusses lifting device tax, unattributed (Sept 5, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Sept 5, 2013)
- Brownsberger has diverse experience, by Sandra Shaw, Wachusett Drive
- Brownsberger wants to serve all, by Yu-Chi (Larry) and Sophia Ho, North Emerson Road
- Boston.com: Candidates for Markey’s seat split on Syria action, by Joshua Miller (Sept 3, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: 5th District Democratic forum to be held at Framingham State, by Brian Benson (Sept 4, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: 5th Congressional District forum set for Sept. 22 at Framingham State, unattributed (Sept 3, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Karen Spilka calls for rebuilding of electric grid, unattributed (Sept 3, 2013)
- Wickedlocal Arlington: FIFTH DISTRICT RACE: Peter Koutoujian tours business, discusses lifting Medical Device Tax, unattributed (Sep 2, 2013)
Aug 2013
- Lexington Minuteman: BROWNSBERGER - Pol plans 110-mile bike tour, unattributed (Aug 29, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT - Koutoujian holds talk with seniors, unattributed (Aug 29, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Campaign Briefs, released by candidate campaigns (Aug 29, 2013)
- Koutoujian wraps up Five-for-the-Fifth, by the Koutoujian campaign
- Clark starts Kitchen Table Tour, by the Clark campaign
- Boston Herald: Cashman: If candidates are transparent, they should prove it, by Jaclyn Cashman (Aug. 27, 2013)
- Boston.com: Brownsberger, candidate for Markey Congressional seat, set to kick off campaign with bike ride, by Joshua Miller (Aug 25, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: Katherine Clark celebrated the 78th anniversary of Social Security with Medford seniors on Aug. 14., unattributed (Aug 22, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT — republican - Addivinola: Regulations hurting US businesses, unattributed (Aug 22, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT — republican - Stopa stakes position on taxes, economy, unattributed (Aug 22, 2013)
- Lexington Minuteman: CAMPAIGN TRAIL (Aug 22, 2013)
- Spilka continues to earn endorsements, by the Spilka campaign
- Lexington Minuteman: Letters to the editor (Aug 13, 2013)
- Money – all money - talks in elections, by Andrei Radulesc-Banu, Cedar Street
- MassLive: As Democratic gubernatorial hopeful Steve Grossman proposes 'People's Pledge' dissuading outside spending, Democrats seeking Ed Markey's old Congressional seat sign similar agreement, by Robert Rizzuto (Aug 20, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group: Differences in MA-05 Candidates on Single Payer, by Judy Deutsch (Aug 19, 2013)
- Boston business Journal: Senator Spilka plots software tax repeal, but she's got some explaining to do, by Craig Douglas (Aug 15, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Lawmaker moves to repeal software tax, by Michael B. Farrell (Aug 15, 2013)
- Wicked Local Franklin: Spilka files bill to repeal sales tax on computer software design services, unattributed (Aug 14, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group: Checking out the MA-5 candidates’ voting records, via Progressive Massachusetts, by David Kravitz (Aug 12, 2013)
- Open Debate: MA-05 Congressional Open Debate for the Democratic Primary, moderated by Adam Green and Stephanie Taylor (Aug 10, 2013). 1h 38 min.
- MassLive: Progressive group to hold online debate in Massachusetts 5th District congressional race, by Shira Schoenberg (Aug 6, 2013)
- MetroWest Daily News: New, old campaigning in the race for the 5th Congressional district, by Joe O'Connell (Aug 4, 2013)
July 2013
- Wicked Local Waltham: Spilka endorsed by three more unions, town Democratic committee, unattributed (July 29, 2013)
- Boston Herald: Ed Markey in playing-it-safe mode, by Matt Stout (July 28, 2013)
- Metro West Daily News: Holliston Republican to run in 5th Congressional primary, by Staff reports (July 24, 2013)
- Metro West Daily News: Candidates talk strategy for 5th Congressional District, by Joe O'Connell (July 21, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Coakley backs Katherine Clark in bid for Markey’s seat, by Joshua Miller (July 18, 2013)
- Lowell Sun: Special election set for Markey's seat, by the Lowell Sun (July 15, 2013)
- NECN: Broadside: Peter Koutoujian for Mass. 5th District, interview with Peter Koutoujian by Jim Browde (July 12, 2013)
- NECN: Broadside: Karen Spilka for Mass. 5th District, interview with Karen Spilka by Jim Browde (July 11, 2013)
- NECN: Broadside: Katherine Clark for Mass. 5th District, interview with Katherine Clark by Jim Browde (July 10, 2013)
- NECN: Broadside: Carl Sciortino for Mass. 5th District, interview with Carl Sciortino by Jim Browde (July 9, 2013)
- NECN: Broadside: Will Brownsberger for Mass. 5th District, interview with Will Brownsberger by Jim Browde (July 8, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Race to succeed Markey is gearing up, by Joshua Miller (July 11, 2013)
- WBUR: Brownsberger Plans A Maverick’s Campaign, by David Scharfenberg (July 8, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group blog: Responding to questions regarding Citizens United, by Will Brownsberger (July 5, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group blog: Will Brownsberger and Citizens United, by David Kravitz (July 4, 2013)
- Boston Magazine: The Congressional Race Starts With A Money Fight, by David S. Bernstein (July 2, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Five Democrats vying for Markey’s seat in US House, by Joshua Miller (July 2, 2013)
- WBUR: Koutoujian Announces Campaign For Congress, by Matt Murphy (July 1, 2013)
- WBUR: Citing Strength Forged In A Difficult Childhood, Spilka Launches Congressional Campaign, by David Scharfenberg (July 1, 2013)
- WBUR: Brownsberger Calls For Enhanced ‘People’s Pledge’ In Race To Succeed Markey, by David Scharfenberg (July 1, 2013)
June 2013
- Metro West Daily News: Candidates in race to fill Markey's House seat, by Danielle Ameden (June 27, 2013)
- Lexington Patch: Kaufman an ‘Unlikely’ Candidate for Markey’s House Seat, by Patrick Ball (June 27, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Democrats campaign for Markey’s seat, by Joshua Miller (June 27, 2013)
- Lowell Sun: Middlesex County Sheriff Koutoujian may make run for Markey's congressional seat, by Christopher Scott (June 27, 2013)
- masslive.com: State Rep. Carl Sciortino officially announces run for congressional seat to be vacated by senator-elect Ed Markey, by Dan Ring, The Republican (June 26, 2013)
- Washington Blade: Gay candidate touts progressive values in bid to replace Markey, by Chris Johnson (June 26, 2013)
- WBUR: State Rep. Carl Sciortino Announces Congressional Bid, by David Scharfenberg (June 26, 2013)
- WBUR: Jockeying Begins To Replace Markey In U.S. House, by Curt Nickisch (June 26, 2013)
- WBUR: Labor Makes Its First Foray Into Race To Succeed Markey, by David Scharfenberg (June 19, 2013)
May 2013 and earlier
- Boston Globe: Koutoujian will run for US House if Markey wins Senate bid, by Jim O’Sullivan (May 24, 2013)
- Watertown Patch: Brownsberger Takes in $250K for Congressional Race, by Franklin Tucker (May 7, 2013)
- Wicked Local Medford: Medford Rep. Carl Sciortino talks about planned run for Congress, by Nicholas Iovino (Feb 22, 2013)
- Wicked Local Cambridge: Brownsberger plans to run for 5th congressional if Markey wins, by Eva Gallagher (Feb 19, 2013)
- boston.com: State Senator Katherine Clark announces run for US Congress, by Jarret Bencks (Feb 15, 2013)
- Winchester Patch: Katherine Clark Announces She Is Running For Congress, by Mark Ouellette (Feb 15, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Democrats begin lining up to run for Markey’s congressional seat, by Michael Levenson (Feb 14, 2013)
- Huffington Post: Carl Sciortino For Congress? Openly Gay Lawmaker Announces Bid For Ed Markey's Seat, by Gabrielle Dunkley (Feb 11, 2013)
- Boston Globe: Sciortino plans run for Markey’s seat, by Jarret Bencks (Feb 9, 2013)
Commentary and Analysis
- Mass Numbers blog: Democrats Ed Markey and Elizabeth Warren followed different paths to statewide victory in Massachusetts, by Brent Benson (July 1, 2013)
- Blue Mass Group blog: Recap of the 2013 Special Senate Election – Turnout Patterns, by 'fenway49' (July 1, 2013)
Fundraising
- Federal campaign contributions: go to the candidate/committee info page on the FEC web site, and enter the candidate name and the state.
- State campaign contributions from state registered lobbyists: go to the Secretary of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts web site, select 'Campaign Contribution' and 'Candidate Name'. Then enter the candidate name and year, and click 'Search'.
- State level campaign contributions: go to the Office of Campaign and Political Finance web site, enter the candidate name and click the 'reports' tab.