Fifth Essex candidates, in their own words

Cape Ann Votes 2026 · Voter guide

Three candidates are running for State Representative in the Fifth Essex District, which covers all of Gloucester, Rockport, Essex and Manchester-by-the-Sea. We sent each one the same questions. Here are their answers, as written.

The Cape Ann Current does not endorse candidates. Answers are the candidates' own words, shown in quotation marks and published as submitted with only obvious typos fixed. The Current reports each candidate's position and does not endorse anything a candidate says. Answers are limited to 150 words per issue and 40 words per ballot question. Answers are due Oct. 16. See the questions we sent · Our election standards

Ballot question titles are the Current's short labels; see all nine questions explained. Candidate names, parties and hometowns are from the Secretary of the Commonwealth's ballot list.