Politics & Government
Sen. Donnelly Announces Intentions to Seek Re-Election Weeks After Undergoing Brain Surgery
Donnelly, who represents parts of Lexington, underwent brain surgery on Aug. 2.
LEXINGTON, MA — Senator Ken Donnelly (D-Arlington) has announced his intentions to seek re-election to his seat as the 4th Middlesex District's representative in the Massachusetts State Senate.
In an opinion piece submitted to GateHouse Media on Monday, Donnelly announced his intentions to return to his position in January of 2017. According to a Facebook post, Donnelly was admitted to Massachusetts General Hospital on July 31 for "difficulties," and doctors indicated surgery would be likely with 48 hours.
It was announced on Aug. 2 that Donnelly had underwent a successful brain surgery. Further reports indicated that the surgery was done to remove a tumor from the Senator's brain.
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In his piece, Donnelly thanked "an untold number" of residents who offered notes of encouragement during his surgery. Donnelly has served as State Senator for the 4th Middlesex District since January of 2009.
A report from the Arlington Advocate, citing Donnelly's Chief of Staff Cindy Friedman, indicates that Donnelly's recovery is progressing well.
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Read Donnelly's complete opinion piece here.
Image via Sen. Donnelly's Facebook Account.
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