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John Drinkwater

Democratic · Massachusetts · 2026

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Massachusetts House, 17th Middlesex DistrictMassachusetts · 2026Middlesex County sample ballot
Top priorities
  • More affordable housing and reduced fees for small businesses
  • Worker protections including earned sick time and paid family leave
  • Local infrastructure improvements

Per the campaign site.

Biography

John Drinkwater is a former Lowell City Councilor and labor leader running for state representative in the 17th Middlesex District, according to his campaign site. He studied Political Science and Economic Development at UMass Lowell.

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