Newton Mayor Setti Warren Endorses Martha Coakley

Newton Mayor Setti Warren on Thursday endorsed Martha Coakley for governor.

“Martha Coakley is the clear choice for governor when it comes to standing up for our cities and towns,” Warren said in a statement. “Throughout her career in public service, Martha has been fighting for the people of Massachusetts—especially for those who do not have a voice.”

Warren has served as Newton’s mayor since 2009. He ran as a Democrat in the 2012 U.S. Senate race but dropped out before the primary.

Coakley is up against Republican Charlie Baker.

Baker recently picked up an endorsement from the Massachusetts Association of Minority Law Enforcement Officers.

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