A biography for Marty Walshhasn’t been written yet.
“As mayor, I launched an apprentice program. As mayor and as a labor leader, I've seen them change the lives of women and people of color in low-income communities in the city of Boston.”
“I will fight for our families, I will fight for our seniors, and for our children, and for our veterans, and our immigrants, and those with disabilities.”
“We must continue to address the fact that working people and communities already suffering the most from inequality were hit the hardest during the COVID illness and job loss.”
“When Covid-19 came to America, a lot of people were concerned about their health and wishing there was a vaccine at that particular moment. Unfortunately, it got caught up in politics.”
“The people that are out there saying on social media, being racist towards the Chinatown community and Chinese people in general, I'm asking you to stop. Enough with that hate mongering.”
“Whatever I've done in my life I jump in both feet. I don't have a slow speed.”
“I try to watch one 'Seinfeld' every night.”
“Boston's journey through nearly four centuries of change is the stuff of American history. From starting a Revolution on the waterfront to building the first public schools and public parks, when Boston sets a course for progress, the nation follows.”
“We're serious about growing our middle class.”
“One of the reasons why I'm running for mayor of Boston is the diversity of our city. I love that - that's what makes us special.”
“If you want to grow good jobs and rebuild the middle class, look to Boston.”
“In the wealthiest country in the world, every worker should be able to get a piece of the American Dream.”
“We believe in a Boston where housing is more than a commodity, it's our community.”
“As I fight for the rights, protections, and dignity that all working people deserve, I will seek input from people of all backgrounds. I will continually work to become a better and more collaborative leader.”
“I don't really think about legacy. I just think of how fortunate I am to have had the opportunities in my life. You know, it's amazing.”
“I feel unions are important because they built the middle class, and they can preserve the middle class.”
“If you want to see how social justice strengthens all of us, look to Boston.”
“I have no problem representing the entire city of Boston. Some neighborhoods have greater challenges and obstacles than others, and I look forward to those challenges and obstacles.”
“We don't wait for a better future, we create it.”
“I'm proof that there are many paths to success. Don't let anyone tell you different.”