“I first met Kendra when she spoke with Charlestown High Diploma Plus students six years ago. Since then, I have known her as someone who stands up for justice in education. Framing the opportunity gap as an "education debt" in her proposed policies further proves this. Kendra understands our young people deserve so much more from their educational system than what they are getting now. Her vision, importantly, does not forget that this system must be equitable, enriching, and joyful. I trust Kendra to fight for what we need.”
"I believe Kendra Hicks has the talent and skills to research a new school committee configuration for Boston, respectful of all constituents."
"As a former Boston School Committee member, education activist, and longtime resident of District 6, I am excited to support Kendra for City Council. Kendra brings an unwavering commitment to equity and community. Her organizing and leadership skills have been tested and sharpened over many years. I have no doubt that she will bring a critical voice, perspective, and leadership to our city as the next District 6 City Councilor."
"I support Kendra Hicks for the District 6 City Council seat because she has a liberatory vision for local politics and well-being in every neighborhood. Kendra is ready to roll up her sleeves and work side by side with residents to bring that shared vision to life. She's bringing her lived experience as a Black Dominican mother and years of organizing expertise and artistic expression to the table. Kendra recognizes the crises people are facing right now and the historic disinvestment in Boston's Black and Brown communities. She is undaunted. She came into this race from a place of love for her neighbors and belief in the power of the people to create meaningful change collectively. She was willing to challenge the status quo when no one else would. I cannot wait until Kendra is serving on our City Council."
"I first met Kendra at a Boston Black Lives Matter planning meeting in 2014. Since then, I've had the pleasure to cross paths with her both AT Spontaneous Celebration, when she returned to Beantown Society as Executive Director and in Egleston Square, where she grew up. Her unapologetic push towards social justice in all aspects of our lives was apparent to me then and continues. Those who want to move Boston forward for ALL would do good to vote for Kendra Hicks!"
"Educating our children so that they can step into the economy of the future is one of the greatest challenges facing the city of Boston. We need public officials who will demand that schools be safe places for all students, regardless of immigration status; and who will support the kind of curricula and programs that will enhance the intellectual and personal development of our students and that will support them in becoming successful and competitive in the economy of the future.
Kendra Hicks is paying attention to these issues and will represent well the needs of District 6’s children and families."
"I've been lucky enough to mentor Kendra in her teen years. Kendra was an amazing peer leader and youth advocate back then and now in her adulthood, she has become an advocate for all. Kendra has always been 100% committed and dedicated to serving the people of Boston. Her energy is endless and her passion is deep-rooted which began in her early years. She understands the issues that continue to circulate within our neighborhoods. Kendra will be an asset to our City Council and a champion for all those she will serve.
Because I know Kendra and I know she has the experience and willpower to get things done."
“From her early years as a JP activist to her advocacy in the boardrooms of philanthropy, I've admired Hicks' unwavering commitment to the people of Boston. She brings the courage, compassion, and judgment that we need from our leaders to navigate these crazy times. Her vision for a community-centered economy will help us recover from our losses and secure a future where all people can stay and thrive in this city. District 6--and Boston as a whole--should embrace Kendra's leadership as the hopeful gift that it is.”
"I support Kendra Hicks because she has a lot of energy, and she puts love into the work she does for our city. She sees what needs to be improved here in the city- she is from here, she grew up here. Community is important to her, and she wants the community to be a part of her campaign. If elected, I believe she will continue to open up her process as an elected official to the community- for the community."
"I have known Kendra for many years and have seen how she is skilled at facilitating hard conversations where people feel strongly and find the common ground that allows them to work to a solution. She has deep experience working with people and meeting them where they are and at the same time, moving things forward to create solutions that matter to those most impacted.
I believe she is the right candidate for District 6."
“For an extended period, I felt our voices were unheard, and issues in our community were not adequately addressed. I'm excited to endorse Kendra Hicks to become our next City counselor of District 6 because she is the most qualified. As a Latinx woman, grassroots organizer, mother, her experience will be invaluable in advocating for our neighborhoods like Mildred. C. Hailey and many others.
Time and time again, we saw Kendra fight for us and next to us. We must ensure not only that that continues not just in the streets but in City Hall. I am proudly endorsing Kendra Hicks because she understands the fight for equality does not stop.
“When I saw that one of Kendra Hick’s policy platforms was building and investing in strong and vibrant culture, I knew Kendra was the candidate we at Light of Day Records would proudly endorse. As Kendra says, ‘art is both culture and a tool for democracy’ — this sentiment aligns with our company mission and values. We also know Kendra will fight for small businesses in district 6, as they are the heart and soul of our community!”
"As a small business owner and long-time resident of Jamaica Plain, I'm excited to endorse Kendra Hicks for District 6. I believe she has the experience, perspective, and moral vision to help lead our diverse district, and city, toward a more sustainable, equitable, and prosperous future."
“I’m proud to support Kendra because she’s strong on the issues that our communities care about the most: fighting displacement, equitable education, fair wages, and climate justice. She understands that her power comes from our communities. Kendra will fight for, and be accountable to, us!”“I’m proud to support Kendra because she’s strong on the issues that our communities care about the most: fighting displacement, equitable education, fair wages, and climate justice. She understands that her power comes from our communities. Kendra will fight for, and be accountable to, us!”
"As a small business owner in Jamaica Plain, I know Kendra will fight for us. She takes the time to ask us questions, listens to our needs and offers solutions. I would be proud and excited to call her our City Councilor."
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