Endorsements (2008)

Bay State Stonewall Democrats. "We appreciate your past and confirmed support of issues important to the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community. We are proud to stand with you." [August 15, 2008 letter from Claire Naughton and Steve Iannacconne, Co-Chairs, Bay State Stonewall Democrats]

American Federation of Teachers Massachusetts. “Your record on public education and labor issues has been outstanding. We appreciate your commitment.” [August 1, 2008 letter from Thomas J. Gosnell, President

Boston Teachers Union. The Boston Teachers Union is pleased to have endorsed your candidacy for re-election to the U.S. Congress...Our best wishes to you in the upcoming election. [Excerpt from a September 15 letter from Political Director Patricia Armstrong]

National Farmers Union Political Action Committee. "NATFARMPAC seeks to support candidates for federal office who are committed to ensuring that the public policy needs of family farmers, ranchers and the communities in which they live are addressed. You have demonstrated that commitment, and we thank you." [Excerpt from September 10 letter from Chairman Tom Buie]

Humane Society Legislative Fund. "The Humane Society Legislative Fund is a social welfare organization which works to pass animal protection laws at the state and federal level, to educate the public about animal protection issues, and to support humane candidates for office...We are grateful for your support of humane issues, and for your work to create a more humane society." [Excerpt from October 2 letter from Executive Director Sara Amundson]

National Association of Social Workers. Political Action for Candidate Election. "NASW's membership of nearly 150,000 professional social workers, including our Massachusetts chapter, join me in extending support for your campaign in light of your commitment to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. In order to advance our legislative priorities on behalf of social workers and the communities we serve, we are eager to work with you to address critical issues." [Excerpt from July 25, 2008 endorsement letter to Congressman Frank from Judy Walruff, Chair, NASW-PACE Trustees]

Massachusetts AFL-CIO. "The Massachusetts AFL-CIO is dedicated to electing public officials who will be a strong voice in government for the working families of Massachusetts. Through our endorsement process you have demonstrated your commitment to the working families of the Commonwealth and by extension your commitment to organized labor." [Excerpt form June 30, 2008 endorsement letter to Congressman Frank from Mass. AFL-CIO President Robert J. Haynes]

Sierra Club Political Committee. "The Sierra Club's National Political Committee and the Massachusetts Chapter are pleased to extend our support for your campaign in appreciation of your demonstrated commitment to protecting America's environment." (Excerpt from May 7, 2008 letter from Carl Pope, Sierra Club Executive Director and Jonathan Ela, Sierra Club Political Committee.)

Planned Parenthood. "You have been a strong supporter of women's health and we know you will continue to be a dedicated advocate for
our organization." (From April 4, 2008 letter by Cecile Richards, President of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund and Pamela Sutherland,
Chair of the organization's PAC.)

National Education Association Political Action Fund (December 18, 2007 letter to Frank from Reg Weaver, Chairperson) "The NEA Fund will recommend your candidacy to the NEA members residing in your Congressional District and will urge them to play a leadership role in helping you to achieve victory. The NEA Fund and the Massachusetts Teachers Association Voice of Teachers for Education are proud to support the election of federal candidates, like you, who measure up on the issues that most concern our members." Excerpt from a December 18, 2007 letter to Frank from Reg Weaver, Chairperson

Endorsements (2006)

National Association of Social Workers
"NASW's membership of over 150,000 profressional social workers, including our Massachusetts Chapter, join me in exending support for your campaign in light of your commitment to the well-being of individuals, families, and communities."
From a July 28, 2006 letter signed by the NASW Political Action Committee's Associate Counsel for Legislative Affairs, Ikeita Cantu Hinojosa.

International Union of Police Associations AFL-CIO
"You have consistently demonstrated your commitment to the welfare of the brave men and women who man [the] "thin blue line." Your cosponsorship and assistance in passing of the "Law Enforcement Safety Officers Act of 2004", which the IUPA supported, is commendable."
Excerpt from August 21, 2006 endorsement letter sent by International President Sam A. Cabral.

Bay State Stonewall Democrats
"Your support and attention to issues important to the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender community is particularly appreciated. We are proud to stand with you."
Excerpt from July 19, 2006 letter sent by Bay State Stonewall Democrats Co-Chairs Bonnie Winokur and Shawn Hartman.

Planned Parenthood Federal PAC
"We thank you for your commitment to policies that improve the health
and protect the privacy of women and their families."
Excerpt from a June 21, 2006 endorsement letter from Cecile Richards,
President of the Planned Parenthood Action Fund and Pamela Sutherland, Chair of the Federal PAC.

NARAL Pro-Choice America PAC
"Your support for reproductive choice is important in this key election year. On behalf of our members, activists and affiliates, I thank you for your commitment to protecting women's reproductive rights through the political process."
Excerpt from June 14, 2006 endorsement letter sent by President Nancy Keegan.

Sierra Club Political Committee
"The Sierra Club's national Political Committee and the Massachusetts Chapter are pleased to extend our support for your campaign in appreciation of your demonstrated commitment to protecting America's environment...We wish you success in your campaign and look forward to working with you to protect America's natural environment for our families and our future."
Excerpt from May 26, 2006 endorsement letter from Executive Director Carl Pope and Political Committee Chair Jonathan Ela.

Massachusetts Federation of Teachers
"Having reviewed your record in Congress on education issues and issues that affect the quality of life for workers and all the citizens of Massachusetts, we believe your election this fall will enable all of us to continue working to implement programs essential to our goals."
Statement included in March 16, 2006 endorsement letter from MFT President Kathleen A. Kelley.

Endorsements (2004)

Organizational Endorsements (2004)Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts
"As a U.S. Congressman, we have had a chance to come into contact with you and we know of your successes and achievements. We find your performance to be quite exemplary. Your positive actions subsequent to our horrific tragedy in Worcester, MA in 1999, where 6 brave firefighters died in the line of duty, and again after the cowardly attack in New York City on September 11, 2001 were admirable." -- PFFM President

Massachusetts Federation of Teachers
"Having reviewed your record in Congress on education issues and issues that affect the quality of life for workers and all the citizens in Massachusetts, we believe your election this fall will enable all of us to continue working to implement programs essential to our goals."
Excerpt from endorsement letter sent to Cong. Frank by Kathleen A. Kelley, President, Massachusetts Federation of Teachers

Planned Parenthood
"We thank you for your commitment to policies that improve the health and protect the privacy of women and their families."
Excerpt from endorsement letter by Gloria Feldt, President, Planned Parenthood Action Fund, and Pamela Sutherland, Chair, Panned Parenthood Federal PAC

National Education Association
"The Massachusetts Teachers Association Voice of Teachers for Education -- which recommended your candicacy -- and the NEA fund applaud your commitment to public education and children."
Excerpt from endorsement letter sent to Congressman Frank by Reg Weaver, Chairperson, the NEA Fund for Children and Public Education

Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States
"Your endorsement was based on your service on one or more of the key committees that have direct influence over veterans' affairs, national security & defense issues, or military quality of life, personnel, procurement, & readiness issues."
Excerpt from endorsement letter by Salvatore J. Capirchio, VFW-PAC National Director