Letter: Why I Am Running For Malden City Council

MALDEN, MA — The following letter to the editor was submitted by Karen Colón Hayes, candidate for City Council At Large, on Sept. 8.

Most people run for office because of a deep commitment to their community. Some people run because they are passionate about a single issue or problem. Some people always knew they wanted to be an elected official. These are all valid reasons for running for office and I commend anyone who puts themselves out there - it is not easy.

I am running because I want a city that is forward thinking, inclusive and resilient. Forward thinking does not mean you forget about the past, it means tackling problems before they become a crisis.I am a collaborator who is willing to work with anyone to get things done. We will not always agree, but we should always talk things through so our city can rise together. I’ve worked with every single councillor and school committee member over the past 15 years so our city can rise. I have experience working inside city government and in the community with a proven track record of delivering results. I am proud of what we have been able to achieve especially with youth development and employment and I look forward to what the future holds.

I am ambitious and I want to lead by example for our youth, especially our young women. As we celebrate Labor Day, when elected, I will work to reinstate trade programs in Malden Public Schools by collaborating with local unions & officials so our youth can take all avenues to explore their passion. #TogetherWeRise

Karen Colón Hayes
Candidate For City Council At Large
KarenColonHayes.com