Carey McDonald Enters Race For Malden Councilor-At-Large

MALDEN, MA — Ward 5 resident Carey McDonald has entered the race for City Council-At-Large. See a campaign announcement from McDonald below.

The following was submitted by Carey McDonald:

I love Malden, and I’m thrilled to announce my campaign for City Council At Large! Having this community in the past year has been everything for my family, knowing people are pitching in, wherever they can. I’m running to bring that can-do spirit to our city government by activating the community, thinking big, and working hard.

I’m an organizer and activist who volunteers in the community. I’ve pushed for true community safety, racial justice and neighborhood empowerment through a People’s Budget Process. Professionally, I am a nonprofit executive and former policy analyst with experience in budgeting, management, communications and strategic planning.

The COVID-19 pandemic has put the inequities in our community in neon lights. It’s shown us how isolated we can be, how vulnerable we are, and how much we need each other. In the past year, I’ve seen Maldonians pull together in a time of crisis. I’ve also seen how much more there is to do to create a community where everyone can thrive. I decided to run for Council because I’ve realized what can be possible if the bold, imaginative leadership of our community is welcomed into decision-making at city hall.

We have a moment in Malden to decide what kind of community we want to be. Do we want a city where people can afford to raise a family, buy a house and grow old in place? Where anyone can get a great education, launch a career or start a business? Where parks, libraries and community events bring people together? Where everyone, no matter who they are, can be safe and get help when they’re in crisis?

My campaign is to help Malden be that vibrant, welcoming, livable community. It starts with the basics - making sure we pave our roads, invest in public spaces, and spend our money wisely. Then we need city leaders who represent this diverse community with integrity, who empower the community and invite us all to the decision-making table. And we need to imagine, to be bold. City-wide issues need a city-wide response, and as an At Large Councillor I will make sure that we have clear plans, policies and priorities to address our biggest needs. These needs include attainable and affordable housing, green space and climate action, equity and inclusion, mental health and substance abuse services, community safety, and crisis response.

I’m a Ward 5 resident who is a parent, a community activist, and a nonprofit executive, and I’m here to get big stuff done. There’s so much the city has the power to do! Coming out of the pandemic, Malden is at a moment to choose its future. Visit mcdonaldformalden.com to learn more about our campaign, get involved and share your hopes for our city. I will be asking for your vote this fall, please reach out at mcdonaldformalden@gmail.com if you’d like to talk more about the campaign or the issues facing our community! The Malden I love is a beautiful mix of people, it will take all of us to make this the city we imagine it can be.