20 Local Government Officials to Follow on Twitter & Why

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Created on Tuesday, 18 October 2011 12:13

Written by Lisa DeCanio

At times, it often seems difficult to have a voice in today’s political arena. But thanks to social media the landscape is changing, and more voters have the chance to directly interact with our political leaders. Lucky for us, many of Massachusetts’ and Boston’s political leaders have created Twitter accounts, offering a look inside their day-to-day lives. Regardless of where your political affiliations may lie, here are 20 government officials worth following.

Mayor Tom Menino (@mayortommenino) – Tweets about his programs as well as events going on in the city.

Felix Arroyo, At-large City Councilor (@FelixArroyo) – Responds to his followers, tweets about where he is around town. He’s following Charlie Sheen on Twitter, so you know he has a sense of humor.

Ayanna Pressley, At-large City Councilor (@AyannaPressley) – Tweets her whereabouts around town and is great about pointing followers in the right direction get their voices heard.

John Connolly, At-large City Councilor (@JohnRConnolly) – Tweeting about his campaign trail and bills he supports, as well as what he’s up to around the city.

Stephen Murphy, City Council President (@CouncilorMurphy) – Recently taking a lot of heat over statements about Occupy Boston, Murphy has been quick to respond to followers to clarify his statements.

Matt O’Malley, City Councilor for Jamaica Plain/West Roxbury/Roslindale (@MattOMalley) – Tweeting pictures of events about town as well as details of his new diet. Gotta love the guy for being honest.

Rob Consalvo, City Councilor for District 5 (@RobConsalvo) – Details what the City Council is up to, as well pictures from events in his district.

Tito Jackson, City Councilor for District 7 (@titojackson) – Great about responding to followers and gracious about thanking community members for support.

Mike Ross, City Councilor for District 8 (@MikeRossBoston) – Tweets about food trucks and pizzerias, as well as interesting articles about the city.

Jonathon R. Davis, MBTA Acting GM (@mbtaGM) – Trying his best to keep up with the stream of comments and complaints about the MBTA.

Governor Deval Patrick (@massgovernor) – The governor tweets about initiatives he’s working on across the state, as well as his daily whereabouts.

Steven Grossman, State Treasurer (@MASSTreasury) – This guy oversees the lottery, so he’s worth a follow for that alone. He also tweets about the state’s financial situation.

Leland Cheung, Cambridge City Councilor (@lelandcheung) – Tweeting about his whereabouts in Cambridge, frequenting local restaurants and farmers markets.

Carl Sciortino, State Representative for Medford/Somerville (@carlsciortino) – Tweeting interesting articles about creating greener jobs and Dancing With the Stars. He also rides the T, and so maybe he’ll appear in the #MBTA tweets of the week sometime!

Linda Dorcena Forry, State Rep. from the 12th Suffolk District, Dorchester, Hyde Park, Mattapan & Milton (@ldforry) – Shows a lot of love for local media, giving you a good insight into who and what she’s reading.

Jesse Mermell, Selectman for the Town of Brookline (@jessemermell) – Tweets about everything Brookline including the roaming turkeys and new parking meter regulations.

Martha Coakley, State Attorney General (@marthacoakley) – Great about interacting with her followers, showing gratefulness & giving lots of retweets.

Tim Murray, Lieutenant Governor (@TimMurray_MA) – You can’t miss his Tim’s Trivia Tuesday, with prizes to followers who answer correctly!

Aaron Michlewitz, State Rep. from the 3^rd Suffolk District (@RepMichlewitz) – Tweets about where he is in town, encouraging followers to come out and meet him.

Carlos Henriquez, State Rep. from the 5^th Suffolk District, Roxbury/Dorchester (@RepHenriquez) – Great about responding to followers’ questions, comments and complaints.

Source: http://bostinnovation.com/2011/10/18/20-local-government-officials-to-follow-on-twitter-why/

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