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Massachusetts Governor's Council District 7

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: September 1, 2026

General election

DemocraticIncumbentAttorney

Paul DePalo, an incumbent attorney and former educator, emphasizes addressing youth trauma in the justice system, mental health treatment, and protecting reproductive rights for Massachusetts.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidateSenior complex claim specialist

A senior complex claim specialist with college and graduate degrees, Abboud is running for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 7 in her first campaign.

From the candidate’s published profile

Primary

DemocraticIncumbentAdvancedAttorney

Paul DePalo, an incumbent attorney and former educator, emphasizes addressing youth trauma in the justice system, mental health treatment, and protecting reproductive rights for Massachusetts.

From the candidate’s published profile

RepublicanFirst-time candidateAdvancedSenior complex claim specialist

A senior complex claim specialist with college and graduate degrees, Abboud is running for Massachusetts Governor's Council District 7 in her first campaign.

From the candidate’s published profile

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