Massachusetts State Senate 1st Essex District (unopposed)

“The COVID 19 Pandemic taught us the importance of early childhood education and why we need to invest more in it. Doing so will ensure that we strengthen our economy, reduce inequality and meet the needs of working class families.” (Campaign website (pavelpayano.com))

“Fully funding our schools: We need to fully fund the Student Opportunity Act to ensure that urban districts like Haverhill, Lawrence and Methuen have the funds they need to provide their students an excellent education. Historically urban districts like ours have been underfunded leaving many schools without the tools they need to equitably educate their students.” (Campaign website (pavelpayano.com))

“To do so we need to look at root cause issues such as failing schools, lack of access to mental health or recovery services, homelessness or inability to obtain good quality jobs.” (Campaign website (pavelpayano.com))