Sean’s campaign for 2024 is over. Please check back in 2025 for additional events.
Election Night Celebration
After the polls close on Election Day, the Committee to Elect Sean Diamond invites Waltham residents of any party or none at all (as well as any campaign volunteers and donors) who are willing to respect everyone’s time and attention to our Election Night Celebration.
Join us in the “Squirrel Den” at Mighty Squirrel Brewery to celebrate democracy in action, watch the national election results, and discuss what’s next for Waltham!
Refreshments provided by the Committee to Elect Sean Diamond for all in attendance (while they last).
For those of legal drinking age (and while supplies last), a drink ticket will be provided for any campaign volunteer or any Waltham resident wearing an “I voted” sticker and/or official Sean Diamond for Waltham State Rep merchandise.
View event details for suggested donation (for those who can afford it)
Celebración de la Noche Electoral
Después de que cierren las urnas el Día de las Elecciones, el Comité para Elegir a Sean Diamond invita a los residentes de Waltham de cualquier partido o sin afiliación (así como a cualquier voluntario de campaña y donante) que estén dispuestos a respetar el tiempo y la atención de todos a nuestra Celebración de la Noche Electoral.
¡Únase a nosotros en el "Squirrel Den" en Mighty Squirrel Brewery para celebrar la democracia en acción, ver los resultados de las elecciones nacionales y discutir qué sigue para Waltham!
El Comité para Elegir a Sean Diamond proporcionará refrigerios para todos los asistentes (hasta agotar existencias).
Para aquellos que tengan la edad legal para beber (y mientras duren las existencias), se proporcionará un ticket de bebida a cualquier voluntario de campaña o residente de Waltham que lleve una calcomanía de "Yo voté" y/o mercancía oficial de Sean Diamond para Representante Estatal de Waltham.
Consulte los detalles del evento para la donación sugerida (para aquellos que puedan permitírselo).
Día de las Elecciones
Sean Diamond estará en la boleta electoral general como candidato independiente con la designación política de Forward para Representante Estatal en el 9.º Distrito de Middlesex (que cubre aproximadamente 2/3 de Waltham).
Revisa la plataforma de Sean (disculpe: solo en inglés)
Election Day
Sean Diamond will be on the general election ballot as an independent candidate with the political designation of Forward for the State Representative in the 9th Middlesex District (covering about 2/3rds of Waltham).
MA Forward Party Rally
Sean will be taking off work the Friday before Election Day. In addition to campaigning at the early voting location for a final day, Sean will be making a trip out of the district for this multi-candidate pre-election event. Sean will be joining Former Lt. Gov. Kerry Healey (current National Chair of the Forward Party) to meet with independent candidates for State Rep from across Massachusetts.
It is important for voters to know that, if elected, Sean Diamond is ready to build (and has already started building) relationships with representatives from other districts in order to solve the problems that don’t stop at a district or city border!
For those who are working that day and aren’t able to attend an out-of-town event, you can find previous media coverage and information about previous campaign activities on the campaign trail.
Sponsoring & Attending: Western Greenway 5k hosted by Waltham Land Trust
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations, but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any party or none at all. Sean also understands that Waltham’s parks, historic sites, opens spaces, and conservation areas are part of what makes Waltham a great place to live.
In this spirit, the Committee to Elect Sean Diamond is sponsoring the Western Greenway 5k in northern Waltham hosted by the Waltham Land Trust. On the day of the event, the candidate will be in attendance to meet and greet race participants (or any Waltham community members who want to stop by) and provide a water bottle refill station at the sponsorship booth.
Register for the Race by midnight on Thursday, October 24th
Visit the Waltham Land Trust website to learn more about the race or signup as a WLT race day event volunteer
Donation note: The Committee to Elect Sean Diamond will be happy to accept campaign donations from those who can afford it on the campaign website. However, for those that only have a little bit of money available for donation, please consider prioritizing your donation to the Waltham Land Trust (or other local Waltham non-profits).
Meet the Candidate at Prime Deli
Sean Diamond will be having brunch at Prime Deli in Waltham ahead of the final Saturday in October. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the candidate (and grab a quick bite to eat) over near the Brandeis University campus. All Waltham residents are welcome!
Campaign buttons and yard signs will be available for pickup at the event!
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Sean Diamond tendrá un brunch en Prime Deli en Waltham antes del último sábado de octubre. Esta será una oportunidad informal para conocer al candidato (y comer algo rápido) cerca del campus de la Universidad Brandeis. ¡Todos los residentes de Waltham son bienvenidos!
¡Habrá carteles de campaña para el jardín y botones disponibles para recoger en el evento!
Voter Registration Deadline
Visit the Massachusetts Secretary of Commonwealth’s office website to register to vote:
https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/
In order to vote in the 2024 general election on November 5th, you must register to vote by this date!
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Visite el sitio web de la oficina del Secretario del Commonwealth de Massachusetts para registrarse para votar:
https://www.sec.state.ma.us/OVR/
¡Para votar en las elecciones generales de 2024 el 5 de noviembre, debe registrarse para votar antes de esta fecha!
Meet the Candidate at Craft Food Hall Project
Join independent candidate for Waltham State Rep, Sean Diamond for a beer and grab a bite to eat at the CityPoint location of the Craft Food Hall Project in Waltham on the evening of Wednesday, October 23rd.
The candidate will be available for questions and informal discussions about his platform, candidacy, and just about anything else you want to discuss. All Waltham residents are welcome at the event (must be 21 or older to consume alcohol).
Campaign buttons and yard signs will be available for pickup at this event with suggested donation or a commitment to volunteer.
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Únase al candidato independiente para Representante Estatal de Waltham, Sean Diamond, para tomar una cerveza y comer algo en la ubicación de CityPoint del Craft Food Hall Project en Waltham la noche del miércoles 23 de octubre.
El candidato estará disponible para preguntas y discusiones informales sobre su plataforma, candidatura y prácticamente cualquier otro tema que desee discutir. Todos los residentes de Waltham son bienvenidos al evento (deben ser mayores de 21 años para consumir alcohol).
Botones de campaña y carteles para jardín estarán disponibles para recoger en este evento con una donación sugerida o un compromiso de voluntariado.
Early Voting
View the full early voting schedule on Waltham City Clerk’s website
Before voting, please check out Sean’s platform and learn why he’s running to represent Waltham in Boston.
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Vea el horario completo de votación anticipada en el sitio web del Secretario Municipal de Waltham.
Antes de votar, por favor conozca Sean y por qué se postula para representar a Waltham en Boston.
Volunteer Opportunity: Campaign Postcards at Prime Deli
Sean Diamond will be having a dinner and addressing campaign postcards at Prime Deli in Waltham. This will be an opportunity to meet the candidate, volunteer by addressing post cards, and grab a quick bite to eat over near the Brandeis University campus. All Waltham residents (or other volunteers) are welcome!
Campaign lawn signs and buttons will be available for pickup at the event!
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Sean Diamond tendrá una cena y estará escribiendo direcciones en tarjetas postales de campaña en Prime Deli en Waltham. Esta será una oportunidad para conocer al candidato, ofrecerse como voluntario escribiendo direcciones en tarjetas postales y comer algo rápido cerca del campus de la Universidad Brandeis. ¡Todos los residentes de Waltham (u otros voluntarios) son bienvenidos!
Candidates Forum hosted by Waltham League of Women Voters
The Waltham League of Women Voters has invited all candidates for State Representative in the 9th Middlesex District in Waltham. Attend the forum in person at the Clark Government Center or watch online.
Sean Diamond will be the only independent candidate on the general election ballot for the 9th Middlesex District. With 60% of voters in the district registered as “unenrolled” it is clear that an independent elected official, who respects the time and attention of residents from any party or none at all, is a viable choice for Waltham residents who support both independent thought and collective action.
Meet the Candidate at Prime Deli
Sean Diamond will be having a late lunch at Prime Deli in Waltham ahead of the Candidate Forum in the evening. This will be an informal opportunity to meet the candidate (and grab a quick bite to eat) over near the Brandeis University campus. All Waltham residents are welcome!
Campaign lawn signs and buttons will be available for pickup at the event!
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Sean Diamond tendrá un almuerzo tardío en Prime Deli en Waltham antes del Foro de Candidatos en la noche. Esta será una oportunidad informal para conocer al candidato (y comer algo rápido) cerca del campus de la Universidad Brandeis. ¡Todos los residentes de Waltham son bienvenidos!
¡Habrá carteles de campaña para el jardín y botones disponibles para recoger en el evento!
Meet the Candidate @ Waltham Farmers Market
Sean Diamond is the Independent Candidate for Waltham State Rep (9th Middlesex District) on the ballot for the November 5th general election.
Sean will be at the Waltham Farmers Market 10:30AM - 12:30PM on Saturday, September 28th. Come stop by, say hello, and ask any questions you have about Sean’s candidacy, platform, or anything else you want to know. (Then, enjoy all that the Farmers Market has to offer!)
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Sean Diamond es el Candidato Independiente para Representante Estatal de Waltham (Distrito 9 de Middlesex) en la boleta electoral para las elecciones generales del 5 de noviembre.
Sean estará en el Mercado de Agricultores de Waltham de 10:30 AM a 12:30 PM el sábado 28 de septiembre. Venga a saludar y haga cualquier pregunta que tenga sobre la candidatura de Sean, su plataforma, o cualquier otra cosa que quiera saber. (¡Después, disfrute de todo lo que el Mercado de Agricultores tiene para ofrecer!)
6 Weeks to Go: Meet the Candidate Backyard Party
Come learn more about the candidate, the platform, and volunteer opportunities for those that support both collective action and individual thought! (View event for details)
¡Venga a conocer más sobre el candidato, la plataforma y las oportunidades de voluntariado para aquellos que apoyan tanto la acción colectiva como el pensamiento individual! (Ver evento para más detalles)
Candidate Attending: Chaplains on the Way charity BBQ & Silent Auction
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations (including religious institutions), but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any faith or none at all.
In that spirit, Sean will be attending the Silent Auction & Community Barbecue hosted by Chaplains on the Way at First Parish in Waltham, which will include an all-you-can-eat barbecue.
Chaplains on the Way suggests attendance donations of: $10 PER-INDIVIDUAL/$30 PER-FAMILY (UP TO 6 FAMILY MEMBERS) with FREE ADMISSION FOR AUCTION ITEM CONTRIBUTORS AND OUR UNHOUSED FRIENDS
Donation note: The Committee to Elect Sean Diamond will be happy to accept campaign donations from those who can afford it on the campaign website. However, for those that only have a little bit of money available for donation, please consider prioritizing your donation to the Chaplains on the Way (or other local Waltham non-profits).
The Chaplains on the Way website indicates that all proceeds for the barbecue and silent auction will benefit Waltham's unhoused community!
Candidate Attending: Waltham Day on the Common
As a member of the Waltham community Sean Diamond is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any party or none at all. In this spirit, Sean will be attending the Waltham Day event on the Waltham Common hosted by the City of Waltham.
There is limited information about the event on the city website, but the full event appears to include family-friendly activities and run 11am to 4pm. Sean will plan to attend for a couple hours in the afternoon, so if you see him walking around, feel free to come up, introduce yourself, and ask any questions you may have!
Candidate Attending: Lakeview Preserve Celebration
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations, but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any party or none at all. Sean also understands that Waltham’s parks, historic sites, opens spaces, and conservation areas are part of what makes Waltham a great place to live.
In that spirit, Sean will be attending the Lakeview Preserve Celebration hosted by the Waltham Land Trust in honor of the Giardina family for their stewardship of and the on-going preservation of the Hardy Pond lakefront property.
Visit the Waltham Land Trust website for full event details
Donation note: The Committee to Elect Sean Diamond will be happy to accept campaign donations from those who can afford it on the campaign website. However, for those that only have a little bit of money available for donation, please consider prioritizing your donation to the Waltham Land Trust (or other local Waltham non-profits).
Candidate Attending: Second Sunday Housing Social
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations, but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any party or none at all. Sean also understands that housing affordability is a significant challenge for many Waltham residents.
In this spirit, Sean will be attending the Second Sunday Housing Social hosted by the Waltham Inclusive Neighborhoods organization.
For those interested in housing policy, please see Sean’s candidate survey response about housing (even if you can’t attend this event).
Visit the Waltham Inclusive Neighborhoods events calendar for full event details
Candidate Attending: Perennial Garden Mocktail Party
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations, but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any party or none at all. Sean also understands that accessible healthy foods (and tasty beverages), opens spaces, and supporting our farmers are part of what makes Waltham a great place to live.
In that spirit (but without needing “spirits”), Sean will be attending the Perennial Garden Mocktail Party with a “mix” of educational content provided by the Waltham Fields Community Farm.
Register for the event on the Waltham Fields Community Farm website ($35 registration fee to WFCF)
Donation note: The Committee to Elect Sean Diamond will be happy to accept campaign donations from those who can afford it on the campaign website. However, for those that only have a little bit of money available for donation, please consider prioritizing your donation to the Waltham Fields Community Farm (or other local Waltham non-profits).
Ethical Disclaimer: In the spirit of full disclosure, Sean Diamond is on the Board of Directors for the Waltham Fields Community Farm but is attending this event as an ordinary community member and is in no way profiting from this association with the farm. He just really appreciates the mission of the organization.
Candidate Attending: First Lutheran Community Day
Sean Diamond is not seeking the endorsement of any non-profit organizations (including religious institutions), but as a member of the Waltham community Sean is looking to meet, listen to, understand the perspectives of, and show respect for community members from any faith or none at all.
In that spirit, Sean will be attending the Community Day event hosted by the First Lutheran Church of Waltham. More information about the Community Day event, which will run from 11am to 1:30pm can be found on Patch.com.
Campaign Volunteer Event
Join the Committee to Elect Sean Diamond as we discuss opportunities to volunteer for the campaign between now and Election Day.
Interested in volunteering for the only Independent Candidate for Waltham State Rep? Just want an opportunity to learn more about what it means to ensure that Waltham has a real choice in the general election in November? RSVP Yes
Can’t make it but still interested in volunteering, RSVP No
Meet the Candidate @ Waltham Farmers Market
Sean Diamond is the Independent Candidate for Waltham State Rep (9th Middlesex District) on the ballot for the November 5th general election.
Sean will be at the Waltham Farmers Market 10:30AM - 12:30PM on Saturday, August 10th. Come stop by, say hello, and ask any questions you have about Sean’s candidacy, platform, or anything else you want to know. (Then, enjoy all that the Farmers Market has to offer!)