Endorsements

Elizabeth warren

United States Senator

“I know firsthand that Daniel is a fighter who is ready to make change for the people of Massachusetts. He’s an organizer, a problem solver, and has an impressive track record of public service. I have no doubt that Daniel will hit the ground running to lower housing costs, upgrade our infrastructure, and make a real difference for working families.”

michelle Wu

Mayor of Boston

“I’ve been proud to work alongside Daniel to deliver for Boston families, and I know he’ll bring that same results-driven leadership to the State Senate. In City Hall, Daniel worked to tackle the housing crisis, helped create Boston Family Days to make our top museums and cultural attractions free for Boston students and families, and took on national food delivery companies to make our streets safer. Daniel never backs down from a fight and he knows how to get things done. I’m confident he’ll be a champion for affordable housing, better transit, and a stronger partnership between the state and our City.”

Sumbul Siddiqui

Mayor of Cambridge

"I'm proud to endorse Daniel because he knows Cambridge, understands the needs of our district, and has dedicated his career to fighting for working people . He understands that the affordability crisis is one of the defining challenges facing families across the district, and he has already made a real difference through his work as an organizer and in the City of Boston.”

"I'm supporting his campaign for State Senate because I know he'll bring that same commitment and collaborative leadership to Beacon Hill. He'll be a strong partner to cities and towns across the district, taking urgent action to build more affordable housing, support renters, strengthen our local economies, and help create welcoming neighborhoods where everyone has the opportunity to live, work, and thrive."

Diana Dizoglio

State auditor

“Daniel Lander is committed to increasing transparency and accountability in our Legislature, particularly in our Senate. I’m proud that Daniel is stepping up to the plate to fight for transparency and accountability. I know he will work to make a difference on Beacon Hill. I'm really excited to be able to endorse Daniel today, and I hope that everyone who believes in fighting for more transparency will support him. ”

Marc McGovern

Cambridge City Councilor and former Mayor

“I’m so excited to support Daniel Lander because he understands the challenges the most vulnerable in our city face, and he will fight to challenge the status quo that is failing working people in Cambridge. He will be a champion for Cambridge on Beacon Hill, and he has the vision to tackle our housing crisis, transform the MBTA, and make Massachusetts a place where everyone can build a good life.”

Jivan Sobrinho-Wheeler

“I am proud to support Daniel Lander because he understands the challenges facing Cambridge. I am excited for his vision to transform the MBTA and commitment to advancing critical housing measures like investing in social housing and passing enabling legislation for a real estate transfer fee. He has the boldness and determination to deliver in the State Senate.”

Cambridge City Councilor

Ayah Al-Zubi

Cambridge City Councilor

Caitlin Dube

“I am proud to support Daniel because he understands that far too many families in Cambridge are struggling with skyrocketing costs. We need leaders like him who have the imagination and determination to take on our affordability crisis and ensure working people can thrive in Massachusetts. I look forward to partnering with him!”

Cambridge School Committee Vice Chair

Luisa De Paolo Santos

Cambridge School Committee

“I am so excited to endorse Daniel’s campaign for State Senate because I believe in his vision for making Massachusetts more affordable for working families. He understands the challenges facing our public schools, and will work side by side with parents and educators to ensure every student gets a great education. I can’t wait to vote for him on September 1st.”

Sheila Krishan

“I’m excited to support Daniel Lander’s candidacy for State Senate and his commitment to challenging the status quo. Now more than ever, we need leaders who can empathize with the struggles that our communities and neighbors are facing. His background in community organizing gives me confidence that he will faithfully represent the voices of his constituents.”

Watertown School Committee Member

Lisa Capoccia

“Daniel Lander is a true progressive with clear positions on issues like workers’ rights, immigrant safety, and lowering healthcare, housing and transportation costs. He is for the people and undeterred by the political gridlock that holds us back in Massachusetts. As a public school educator, I'm excited to vote for Daniel in the democratic primary on September 1st. I have no doubt that he will advocate and coalition-build effectively to catalyze the major reforms that people want and need in Watertown and beyond.”

Watertown School Committee Member

Xin Peng

“After seven years of calling Watertown home, I’ve built deep connections with neighbors from all walks of life—and it’s heartbreaking to see so many of them struggling more each day, regardless of their background or how long they’ve been here. It’s clear the current system isn’t working for most working-class families. That’s why I support Daniel Lander—because we need leadership that is imaginative, innovative, and, above all, proactive in turning ideas into real action for our community.”

Watertown Library Board Member

Will Pennington

Former Watertown Democratic City Committee Chair

“I’m proud to support Daniel Lander because he understands the issues facing Watertown. So many members of our community are struggling with rising costs, housing insecurity, and the pressure of making ends meet. We need a State Senator who will fight for working people and a State Senator who will truly listen to them. Daniel is that leader,”