Candidates from both parties and Bedford’s incumbent legislators graced Bedford’s polling place this morning. (L-R) State Senator Mike Barrett; Michael Lake, candidate for Lt. Governor on the Democratic ballot; Paul Girouard, Republican candidate for State Representative; and State Representative Ken Gordon. Image (c) JMcCT, 2014
By Julie McCay Turner
Candidates and campaigners gathered outside John Glenn Middle School earlier today to greet voters and friends, and perhaps influence a vote or two.
Candidates Michael Lake, a Melrose native running for Lt. Governor on the Democratic ticket, and Paul Girouard of Burlington, the Republican candidate for State Representative joined incumbents State Representative Kenneth Gordon and State Senator Mike Barrette at the Bedford polls.
Turnout seemed to be good, but time will tell. Check The Bedford Citizen for the final results after the polls close.
Signs for candidates on the Democratic ballot surround candidates Michael Lake, Mike Barrett and Ken Gordon.Former Democratic Town Committee chairman Richard Bowen sported a Grossman t-shirtAnne and Bob Schmalz met State Senator Mike Barrett
Voter Joann Glover with Michael Lake and Mike BarrettCarleton-Willard Village’s stalwart resident cyclist, 93-year-old Robert Sawyer, rode his bike to the polls.