Tamisha Civil

Tamisha Civil

Democratic Party

Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2

Tenure

2025 - Present

Term ends

2027

Years in position

0

Predecessor

Robert Jubinville

Compensation

Base salary

$36,025

Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 5, 2024

Education

Bachelor's

Johnson & Wales University, 2003

Graduate

Northeastern University, 2011

Personal

Birthplace

Boston, Mass.

Religion

Christian

Profession

Associate probation officer

Contact

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Tamisha Civil (Democratic Party) is a member of the Massachusetts Governor's Council, representing District 2. She assumed office on January 2, 2025. Her current term ends on January 7, 2027.

Civil (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Massachusetts Governor's Council to represent District 2. She won in the general election on November 5, 2024.

Biography

Tamisha Civil was born in Boston, Massachusetts. She earned a bachelor's degree from Johnson & Wales University in 2003 and a master's degree from Northeastern University in 2011. Civil's career experience includes working as an associate probation officer, as a legal advocate, and as a radio host. She has been affiliated with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Voice of Reason Boston, and with Finex House. Civil has served as a commissioner with the Eastern Regional Commission on the Status of Women and as a troop leader with the Girl Scouts of the USA.

Elections

2024

See also: Massachusetts Governor's Council election, 2024

General election

General election for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2

Tamisha Civil defeated Francis T. Crimmins Jr. in the general election for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tamisha Civil (D)	57.2	236,666
		Francis T. Crimmins Jr. (R)	42.7	176,430
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	521

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 413,617
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2

Tamisha Civil defeated Sean Murphy, Muriel Kramer, and David Reservitz in the Democratic primary for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2 on September 3, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tamisha Civil	38.7	27,702
		Sean Murphy	22.3	16,002
		Muriel Kramer	22.0	15,767
		David Reservitz	16.7	11,975
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	155

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 71,601
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2

Francis T. Crimmins Jr. advanced from the Republican primary for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2 on September 3, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Francis T. Crimmins Jr.	99.0	22,357
		Other/Write-in votes	1.0	226

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,583
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Endorsements

Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Civil in this election.

2022

See also: Massachusetts House of Representatives elections, 2022

General election

General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District

Incumbent William Galvin won election in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		William Galvin (D)	99.1	12,778
		Other/Write-in votes	0.9	113

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 12,891
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District

Incumbent William Galvin defeated Tamisha Civil in the Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District on September 6, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		William Galvin	61.9	3,034
		Tamisha Civil	38.0	1,863
		Other/Write-in votes	0.1	3

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 4,900
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2020

See also: Massachusetts House of Representatives elections, 2020

General election

General election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District

Incumbent William Galvin won election in the general election for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		William Galvin (D)	99.6	18,504
		Other/Write-in votes	0.4	73

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 18,577
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District

Incumbent William Galvin defeated Tamisha Civil in the Democratic primary for Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District on September 1, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		William Galvin	64.4	5,870
		Tamisha Civil	35.6	3,248

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 9,118
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Campaign themes

2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Campaign website

Civil’s campaign website stated the following:

“	Agenda Restorative Justice Tamisha’s cousin was the victim of a system that assumes some people are guilty before proven innocent. That’s why Tamisha has dedicated so much of her life to righting the injustices she’s seen. She spent the last six years serving the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as an Associate Probation Officer in the trial courts. Her work entails keeping the community safe, reducing recidivism, contributing to the fair and equitable administration of justice, supporting victims and survivors, and assisting individuals and families in achieving long term positive change. Her goal is to elect judges that understand the impact of dismantling systemic injustice throughout Massachusetts. Judges can impact restorative justice by: Referring Cases: Judges can refer appropriate cases to restorative justice programs, allowing offenders and victims to participate in a restorative process rather than going through traditional court proceedings. Supporting Implementation: Judges can support the implementation of restorative justice initiatives within the court system by advocating for their use and providing resources for their development. Monitoring Progress: Judges can monitor the progress and outcomes of restorative justice programs to ensure that they are effective in promoting accountability, addressing harm, and reducing recidivism. Encouraging Participation: Judges can encourage participation in restorative justice processes by explaining the benefits to offenders, victims, and the community, and by fostering a supportive environment for restorative practices within the court system. Domestic Violence Tamisha has years of experience working to support victims of domestic violence. She was a Victim Witness Advocate for the Suffolk District Attorney’s office, where she was professionally trained to provide resources to victims of crime, including but not limited to restraining order assistance, housing assistance, grand jury preparation, and insights on legal rights and protections. She’s also a legal advocate for victims of domestic violence at Finex House, where she helps operate the crisis support line, provide translation services, and aid victims as they navigate the criminal justice system. Judges can help address domestic violence in the courtroom by: Issuing Protective Orders: Judges can issue protective orders to prevent contact between the victim and the perpetrator, providing a legal safeguard for the victim. Ensuring Victim Safety: Judges can prioritize the safety of the victim by considering factors like bail conditions, no-contact orders, and temporary custody arrangements. Holding Perpetrators Accountable: Judges can impose appropriate consequences on perpetrators, such as counseling, anger management classes, or jail time, to deter future violent behavior. Providing Support Services: Judges can connect victims with support services like counseling, shelters, legal aid, and advocacy groups to help them navigate the legal process and recover from the trauma of domestic violence. Substance Abuse The War on Drugs has failed. The best way to help a person who is abusing substances is intervention, not throwing them in jail. Tamisha believes we need to appoint more judges who take a mental health approach to substance abuse, treating it like the life threatening disease it is and shifting away from over-incarceration. Tamisha’s end goal is to educate and help families across the Commonwealth of Massachusetts navigate the court system with the assistance of judges that understand the need for Section 35 petitions. Judges can help families dealing with substance abuse issues by: Encouraging Treatment: Judges can order individuals to attend substance abuse treatment programs as part of their sentencing, helping them address their addiction. Monitoring Progress: Judges can track the individual's progress in treatment and hold them accountable for meeting the requirements of their treatment program. Providing Resources: Judges can connect families with resources such as support groups, counseling services, and treatment facilities to assist them in dealing with the challenges of substance abuse. Promoting Education: Judges can promote education and awareness about substance abuse within the community to reduce stigma and encourage prevention.	”
—Tamisha Civil’s campaign website (2024)

2022

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

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Tamisha graduated from Dover-Sherborn Regional High School. After high school, Tamisha attended Johnson & Wales University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing and continued her higher learning at Northeastern University, finishing with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice and Leadership. Tamisha, one of three children from Haitian immigrant parents, became the first generation in her family to graduate from college with a graduate degree, truly marking a step in her family's pursuit of the American dream. With this educational background, Tamisha has spent her professional life working in the Criminal Justice system for the last seven years. Throughout this time, Tamisha had the honor to work for the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office as a Victim's Witness Advocate in Suffolk Superior Court. Currently, Tamisha works for the Massachusetts Probation Services as an Associate Probation Officer and has expanded her interest and passion for helping others by taking a position as a Legal Advocate for Finex House Domestic Violence Shelter to help women and children impacted by domestic violence. W

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Community
• Commitment
• Collaboration

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Tamisha L. Civil wants to be the voice for the community and in doing so, she will advocate for policies that will positively impact all citizens in the district, addressing issues such as climate justice, healthcare, affordable housing, transportation and affordable childcare in the 6th Norfolk District.

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2020

Tamisha Civil completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2020. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Civil's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Tamisha was born in Boston, Massachusetts and lives in Stoughton, Massachusetts with her husband and son. Tamisha graduated from Dover-Sherborn Regional High School. After high school, Tamisha attended Johnson & Wales University and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing. Tamisha was fortunate to attend and graduated from Northeastern University with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice and Leadership.

Tamisha worked for the Criminal Justice system for the last 7 years. Tamisha worked for the Suffolk County District Attorney's Office as a Victim Witness Advocate in Suffolk Superior Court. Tamisha is currently an Associate Probation Officer with the Massachusetts Probation Services. She expanded her interest and passion for helping others by taking a position as a Legal Advocate for Finex House Domestic Violence Shelter to help women and children impacted by domestic violence.

Community service has always been at the center of her life. Tamisha decided to create and host a radio broadcast that focuses on Social issues impacting people in the community. The broadcast is called Voice of Reason Boston, which provides a platform for community leaders and organizations in the City of Boston and Greater Boston area to spread awareness and advocate for resources. Tamisha is one of three children, the first Haitian-American generation to graduate from college with a graduate degree.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Health Care Reform
• Criminal Justice Reform
• Representing ALL people and people of all socioeconomic levels.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Working Families, Education and Healthcare are some of the public policies that I'm passionate about. It all starts at home where our families need the support to fulfill their achievements without hindrances of government or agendas. It is important to fight for high-quality early education and ensure that care is available to all working families. it's important to support legislation for universal pre-K for all children in my municipality and healthcare, improving Medicare for all and providing quality national health insurance. I will support creating a single-payer health insurance system in Massachusetts that promotes access and low care cost.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my parents because they came to this country and worked hard to provide me the American dream.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

My first historical event in my lifetime is when I created my very own broadcast. My broadcast is called Voice of Reason Boston, which is aired on WEZE 590am at 11am.
I started my first broadcast at the age of 36 years old.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job after college was State Street Corporation and worked for one year.

What do you perceive to be the United States’ greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

Racism

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Tamisha Civil campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2022	Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District	Lost primary	$35,419	$0
2020	Massachusetts House of Representatives 6th Norfolk District	Lost primary	$12,765	N/A**
Grand total			$48,185	N/A**
Sources: OpenSecrets,  Federal Elections Commission ***This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
** Data on expenditures is not available for this election cycle
Note: Totals above reflect only available data.

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Preceded by Robert Jubinville (D)	Massachusetts Governor's Council District 2 2025-Present	Succeeded by -