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James Grant (Massachusetts)

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James Grant
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Democratic Party

Elections and appointments
Last election

September 6, 2022

Education

Associate

Roxbury Community College, 1990

Bachelor's

University of Massachusetts, Boston, 1997

Contact

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James Grant (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Massachusetts State Senate to represent the 2nd Suffolk District. He lost in the Democratic primary on September 6, 2022.

Grant completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

James Grant earned an associate degree from Roxbury Community College in 1990 and a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts, Boston in 1997.[1]

Elections

2022

See also: Massachusetts State Senate elections, 2022

General election

General election for Massachusetts State Senate 2nd Suffolk District

Liz Miranda won election in the general election for Massachusetts State Senate 2nd Suffolk District on November 8, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Liz Miranda
Liz Miranda (D)
 
98.8
 
35,207
 Other/Write-in votes
 
1.2
 
439

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 35,646
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Massachusetts State Senate 2nd Suffolk District

Liz Miranda defeated Nika Elugardo, Dianne Wilkerson, Miniard Culpepper, and James Grant in the Democratic primary for Massachusetts State Senate 2nd Suffolk District on September 6, 2022.

Candidate
%
Votes
✔
Image of Liz Miranda
Liz Miranda
 
33.2
 
6,806
Image of Nika Elugardo
Nika Elugardo
 
27.3
 
5,600
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Dianne Wilkerson
 
21.4
 
4,388
Image of Miniard Culpepper
Miniard Culpepper Candidate Connection
 
15.3
 
3,147
Image of James Grant
James Grant Candidate Connection
 
2.7
 
554
 Other/Write-in votes
 
0.2
 
34

There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source

Total votes: 20,529
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Campaign themes

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Candidate Connection

James Grant completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Grant's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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James Grant has worked in law enforcement for over 20 years, having been recruited by the State Police, serving most of those years at the Department of Corrections. His experience in law enforcement gives him the necessary background to understand the issues in communities and within the prison system.

He's held a supervisory position in the security department of Roxbury’s Division of Transitional Assistance, where he was able to see barriers removed and access to resources expanded to those disproportionately affected by their economic conditions, and more importantly, the training opportunities they can take advantage of to improve their conditions, long term.

His experience as a certified schoolteacher in the Boston Public School system, and as Assistant Principal of a summer program, allowed him to experience, what innovative strategies and policies would work to enhance the school system and benefit students.

James is an ordained Deacon at the historic Twelfth Baptist Church in Roxbury. He participates in community walks with members of the Boston Police, State Police, Mass Transit Police, Pastors and Ministers of the community, and Political Candidates and their staff.

He is a published author of Women Are Gods, (2009) and The Power of God’s Consciousness, due (2022.)

  • Crime Prevention
  • Mental Health Services
  • Community Affairs (Homelessness Prevention; Elder Services; Education and Vocation Parity; Employment Parity--Minimum Wage Increases, Union Bargaining Power)
Crime Prevention - funding the police to ensure proper protection in the communities and provide training as needed to deal with diverse population of constituents, including the mentally challenged.

Legislation that can meet people where they are financially to help with rent or mortgage payments.

Provide funding to support after school programs that help students to further their education through tutoring, homework assistance, and internship opportunities.

Safety of passengers on public transportation. Safety of the equipment used in the transportation of passengers. Implementation and use of electric vehicles used to transport passengers.

Continuing to reduce carbon emissions.
The Bible, History of Democracy, Democracy in America Volume 1,2. Democracy in Chains, The Power Broker.
Honesty, hard work, and a dedication to the people you are serving in the position you hold.
Exhibiting character and honesty to remain committed to the to the people the office has a civic duty to serve.
America is one of the most powerful nations in the world, but we are still a nation that must make progress towards a state of unity and love for ALL people. Somehow, we must implement structure, discipline, and accountability as a nation to each other, and be able to remove the hateful attitudes that create the bloodshed which comes with racism.
I think political candidates should serve 4–6-year terms, or longer. It takes time to get to know the nature of the senatorial position to be able to effectively make change.
Being able to work with integrity alongside individuals with differing viewpoints in service to the constituents you represent. A Senator’s civic responsibilities to the people served is loyalty, honesty, accountability, and integrity.
While previous political experience is beneficial, it is not more beneficial than having a firsthand knowledge of and being able to relate to the people that you are serving. I strongly believe that a candidate bringing firsthand knowledge of the people they represent is just as beneficial, if not more so than political experience, for rules, regulations and processes can be learned a bit easier than learning about the needs of the constituents you represent.
A filibuster obstructs progress. As a senator we must always serve the people in an expeditious manner to resolve matters that are adversely impacting their lives. We should never let our status as a Senator, or our pride or arrogance, get in the way of making progress. A Senator’s first and only priority is to serve the people, especially those who cannot help themselves.
Their compassion for others. Their loyalty and respect for the disinherited people of our nation.
Yes, committees committed to resolving issues adversely impacting the homeless, the elderly, education reforms, and crime prevention.
This question is not applicable.
No, I must focus on developing my abilities before I compare myself to other senators.
Based on the effectiveness of their decision-making record in prior and current positions.
Collaborative relationships, where we can listen to one another to hear and understand each other’s perspective while working to meet the needs of our constituents.
Since everyone does not always see eye-to-eye some level of compromise will be necessary to get anything done, however, it depends upon what the issues are, and the level of compromise being sought.

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    1. ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 16, 2022


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