Statement on the confirmation of Justice Wolohojian

The core values of diversity, equity, and inclusion are very important to me, as belief, and in practice, and in execution. But the Governor’s nomination of Judge Gabrielle Wolohojian fell short on those values. It lacked diversity of opinion, coming as it did...

Tara’s quarterly update, from masslive.com

Tara Jacobs: I’m listening to those affected by our judicial system It has been a busy spring and I would like to take an opportunity to provide an update on all the work I have been doing across Western Massachusetts, as well as in Boston. Read the full article here:...

Tara receives endorsement of Springfield Republican

The Republican endorses Tara Jacobs for Governor’s Council District 8 seat (Editorial) By The Republican Editorials Choosing who will represent Western Massachusetts on the Governor’s Council starts with understanding the role of a body about which most voters know...

Letter: Support Tara Jacobs for Governor’s Council

To the Editor: I watched the recent District 8 Governor’s Council debate held by NEPM and other Western Massachusetts media outlets. The dialogue between Democrat Tara Jacobs and her Republican opponent laid out stark contrasts, and a difference in vision beyond...

Tara receives endorsement of Berkshire Eagle

Our Opinion: Tara Jacobs for Governor’s Council When Berkshire voters fill out their ballots, they’ll have an electoral option they typically don’t: putting a county resident on the Governor’s Council. Tara Jacobs, of North Adams, is the Democratic candidate for...

Feature on Tara in the Af-Am Point of View

Feature story on Tara in Springfield’s Af-Am Point of View print and online monthly.  Read the whole issue–there’s a lot of interesting info in there–but the article is on page 13.  Open the online October issue at...

Interview with Civil Politics radio/podcast

Tara speaks with Michael, Sue, and John of Civil Politics Radio, on 103.3FM from Northampton, about her win in the Democratic primary, the role of the Council, and her plans for serving on it once elected.  Good information here and these hosts ask some great...

Post-primary interview with WAMC’s Josh Landes

Tara discusses her primary experience and her plans for both the general election and for serving on the Council. Audio and transcription: https://www.wamc.org/news/2022-09-12/jacobs-wins-primary-in-bid-to-become-first-berkshire-resident-on-governors-council