This morning, the Telegram and Gazette endorsed Rep. Alicea for re-election:

"...party affiliation alone does not explain Beacon Hill’s problems, and simply electing more Republicans is no guarantee of more effective government in Massachusetts. What’s needed is an assembly of serious-minded candidates who can work together in a Legislature that will feature many new faces, but will surely remain firmly in Democratic hands.

"Among the Democrats, we endorse incumbents Rep. Anne M. Gobi in the 5th Worcester, Rep. Geraldo Alicea in the 6th Worcester, Rep. Paul Kujawski in the 8th Worcester, Rep. Harold P. Naughton Jr. in the 12th Worcester, and Rep. Jennifer M. Callahan in the 18th Worcester. Each of these legislators has been attentive and effective, while avoiding the ideological extremism that characterizes some in the Legislature. Their independence, moderation and hard work merit the continued support of their constituents. "