Natick Residents Head to Polls for Democratic Primary Election

David Linsky, Incumbent, Faces Two Challengers in Race for Select Board

Election Day is September 6th, 2023

Natick, MA – Voters in Natick will head to the polls on Tuesday, September 6th, 2023, for the Democratic primary election.

The primary election will determine the Democratic nominee for the Select Board race in the November general election.

Three candidates are vying for the Democratic nomination: incumbent David Linsky, former Select Board member Judith "Judy" Abrams, and political newcomer Amy Mistrot.

Linsky has served on the Select Board since 2019. He is a former member of the Natick Planning Board and the Natick School Committee.

Abrams served on the Select Board from 2013 to 2019.

She is a former member of the Natick School Committee and the Natick Democratic Town Committee.

Mistrot is a member of the Natick Democratic Town Committee and a former member of the Natick Board of Library Trustees.

The top two vote-getters in the Democratic primary will advance to the general election in November.

Key Issues in the Race

The key issues in the race include:

• The future of development in Natick
• The town's budget
• The quality of the public schools

Linsky has pledged to focus on economic development, affordable housing, and environmental protection.

Abrams has pledged to focus on fiscal responsibility, transparency, and community engagement.

Mistrot has pledged to focus on education, public safety, and social justice.

What's at Stake in the Election

The outcome of the election will have a significant impact on Natick moving forward.

The Select Board sets policy for the town, determines a budget, and makes decisions on land use and other critical matters.

Natick voters need to educate themselves on the candidates and their positions and get out and vote on September 6th.

Important Dates

• Primary Election: Tuesday, September 6th, 2023
• General Election: Tuesday, November 7th, 2023