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Patrick Thomas Roath FINDING

Seat
H-MA-08
Party
DEM
Universe reason
contested_primary
FEC receipts
$1,111,971 FEC
Campaign site
https://patrickroath.com/ (unverified)
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1410 · last 2026-09-07

Posted public messaging guidance consistent with red-boxing

Detected on https://patrickroath.com/media  · classifier confidence 0.97

  1. First detectedJuly 25, 2026
  2. Guidance revisedAugust 9, 2026
  3. Page updatedAugust 11, 2026
  4. Page updatedAugust 16, 2026
  5. Guidance revisedAugust 17, 2026
  6. Page updatedAugust 22, 2026

The page contains a media kit but also includes a dated, directive section that specifies voter segments, channels (streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram, mailboxes), timing (week 4 through Election Day), and exact message themes to run. This is clearly guidance for an outside group to execute paid advertising, not press strategy or direct voter persuasion. The phased sequencing and 'check back' update cadence further confirm red-boxing.

Quoted evidence — verbatim spans from the page

  • all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
    Segmented audience paired with channel and mailbox directives, written as instructions for ad placement.
  • Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:
    Phased sequencing and timing instructions for when to run which message, indicating media-buy guidance.
  • Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.
    Dated update cadence implying ongoing instruction to outside spenders.
  • Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
    Prescribed message themes and contrast framing against opponent, written as instructions for ads.
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MEET PATRICK
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CONTACT US
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Last updated Monday, July 20, 2026:

Vote by mail ballots begin to reach voters around July 25th.

Early voting begins August 22nd and ends August 28th. 

Election Day is September 1st.

It is expected that ~50% of the Primary electorate will vote prior to Election Day. The vast majority of voting that takes place prior to Election Day will be via mail. Most voters return ballots within a week of receiving it. 

Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:

Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress. 
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress. He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values. Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.

 

Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:

Patrick Roath will push for universal affordable healthcare, cap out-of-pocket insurance premiums, and increase access to Medicare and Medicaid. 
Patrick will fight for affordable housing and childcare, pushing for funding that would make it easier for first-time homebuyers to afford a down payment, and end corporate price-gouging by landlords to protect renters to make buying and renting more affordable. 
Patrick will fight Trump and DC corruption, and ban congressional stock trading.
Congressman Lynch has not had an in-person town hall since 2019 and is the last Democrat left in Washington who voted against the Affordable Care Act. 

Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

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Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by making a contribution today. 

DONATE ONLINE

Friends of Patrick Roath
PO Box 300189
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

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COPYRIGHT 2025. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRIVACY POLICY.

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Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts
as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress.
He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values.
Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.
Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes
through Election Day that:
Let's Win This.
Sign Up To Join Us:
Get Updates
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
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Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by
making a contribution
today.
Donate Online
Donate By Mail
Paid for by Friends of Patrick Roath
Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy.
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Each revision below was archived when it was detected; the current version is shown above. Newest earlier version last.

Version 1 · Live from July 25, 2026 – revised August 9, 2026

  • Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
  • Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should likely all Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:

The next revision added “Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:”; “Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.”; “Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.”; dropped “Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should likely all Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:”.

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MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
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ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
DONATE NOW
MEDIA KIT
PHOTOS
VIDEO

Last updated Monday, July 20, 2026:

Vote by mail ballots begin to reach voters around July 25th.

Early voting begins August 22nd and ends August 28th. 

Election Day is September 1st.

It is expected that ~50% of the Primary electorate will vote prior to Election Day. The vast majority of voting that takes place prior to Election Day will be via mail. Most voters return ballots within a week of receiving it. 

Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:

Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress. 
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress. He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values. Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.

 

Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should likely all Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:

Patrick Roath will push for universal affordable healthcare, cap out-of-pocket insurance premiums, and increase access to Medicare and Medicaid. 
Patrick will fight for affordable housing and childcare, pushing for funding that would make it easier for first-time homebuyers to afford a down payment, and end corporate price-gouging by landlords to protect renters to make buying and renting more affordable. 
Patrick will fight Trump and DC corruption, and ban congressional stock trading.
Congressman Lynch has not had an in-person town hall since 2019 and is the last Democrat left in Washington who voted against the Affordable Care Act. 

Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

LET'S WIN THIS.
SIGN UP TO JOIN US:
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MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
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ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
MEDIA
CONTACT US
PRESS INQUIRIES

Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by making a contribution today. 

DONATE ONLINE

Friends of Patrick Roath
PO Box 300189
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

PAID FOR BY FRIENDS OF PATRICK ROATH
COPYRIGHT 2025. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRIVACY POLICY.

[hidden/DOM-only content]
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Donate Now
media kit
Photos
Video
Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts
as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress.
He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values.
Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.
Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should likely all Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes
through Election Day that:
Let's Win This.
Sign Up To Join Us:
Get Updates
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by
making a contribution
today.
Donate Online
Donate By Mail
Paid for by Friends of Patrick Roath
Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy.

Version 2 · Live from August 9, 2026 – revised August 11, 2026

  • Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
  • Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:
  • Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
  • Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

The next revision dropped “Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.”.

Archived screenshot of version 2 of https://patrickroath.com/media
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Plain text of the archived page
Facebook
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Instagram
Tiktok
MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
NEWS
ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
EVENTS
DONATE NOW
MEDIA KIT
PHOTOS
VIDEO

Last updated Monday, July 20, 2026:

Vote by mail ballots begin to reach voters around July 25th.

Early voting begins August 22nd and ends August 28th. 

Election Day is September 1st.

It is expected that ~50% of the Primary electorate will vote prior to Election Day. The vast majority of voting that takes place prior to Election Day will be via mail. Most voters return ballots within a week of receiving it. 

Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:

Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress. 
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress. He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values. Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.

 

Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:

Patrick Roath will push for universal affordable healthcare, cap out-of-pocket insurance premiums, and increase access to Medicare and Medicaid. 
Patrick will fight for affordable housing and childcare, pushing for funding that would make it easier for first-time homebuyers to afford a down payment, and end corporate price-gouging by landlords to protect renters to make buying and renting more affordable. 
Patrick will fight Trump and DC corruption, and ban congressional stock trading.
Congressman Lynch has not had an in-person town hall since 2019 and is the last Democrat left in Washington who voted against the Affordable Care Act. 

Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

LET'S WIN THIS.
SIGN UP TO JOIN US:
First Name
Last Name
Email
Zipcode
Cell Phone
GET UPDATES
Facebook
 
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Instagram
 
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MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
NEWS
ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
MEDIA
CONTACT US
PRESS INQUIRIES

Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by making a contribution today. 

DONATE ONLINE

Friends of Patrick Roath
PO Box 300189
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

PAID FOR BY FRIENDS OF PATRICK ROATH
COPYRIGHT 2025. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRIVACY POLICY.

[hidden/DOM-only content]
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Donate Now
media kit
Photos
Video
Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts
as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress.
He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values.
Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.
Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes
through Election Day that:
Let's Win This.
Sign Up To Join Us:
Get Updates
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by
making a contribution
today.
Donate Online
Donate By Mail
Paid for by Friends of Patrick Roath
Copyright 2025. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy.

Version 3 · Live from August 11, 2026 – revised August 16, 2026

  • Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
  • Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:
  • Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

The next revision added “all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:”; “Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.”; dropped “Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:”.

Archived screenshot of version 3 of https://patrickroath.com/media
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Plain text of the archived page
Facebook
X-twitter
Instagram
Tiktok
MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
NEWS
ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
EVENTS
DONATE NOW
MEDIA KIT
PHOTOS
VIDEO

Last updated Monday, July 20, 2026:

Vote by mail ballots begin to reach voters around July 25th.

Early voting begins August 22nd and ends August 28th. 

Election Day is September 1st.

It is expected that ~50% of the Primary electorate will vote prior to Election Day. The vast majority of voting that takes place prior to Election Day will be via mail. Most voters return ballots within a week of receiving it. 

Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:

Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress. 
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress. He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values. Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.

 

Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes through Election Day that:

Patrick Roath will push for universal affordable healthcare, cap out-of-pocket insurance premiums, and increase access to Medicare and Medicaid. 
Patrick will fight for affordable housing and childcare, pushing for funding that would make it easier for first-time homebuyers to afford a down payment, and end corporate price-gouging by landlords to protect renters to make buying and renting more affordable. 
Patrick will fight Trump and DC corruption, and ban congressional stock trading.
Congressman Lynch has not had an in-person town hall since 2019 and is the last Democrat left in Washington who voted against the Affordable Care Act. 

Check back circa August 10, 2026 for updates.

LET'S WIN THIS.
SIGN UP TO JOIN US:
First Name
Last Name
Email
Zipcode
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GET UPDATES
Facebook
 
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MEET PATRICK
PRIORITIES
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ENDORSEMENTS
VOLUNTEER
EVENTS
MEDIA
CONTACT US
PRESS INQUIRIES

Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by making a contribution today. 

DONATE ONLINE

Friends of Patrick Roath
PO Box 300189
Jamaica Plain, MA 02130

PAID FOR BY FRIENDS OF PATRICK ROATH
COPYRIGHT 2025. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. PRIVACY POLICY.

[hidden/DOM-only content]
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
Artificial Intelligence
Social Security & Medicare
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Meet Patrick
Priorities
Affordable Housing
Family Affordability & Childcare
Affordable Healthcare
Jobs & Economic Opportunity
Reproductive Rights
Immigration
Public Education
Fighting for Full Equality & LGBTQ+ Rights
Fixing Politics and Democracy
Foreign Policy
Climate, Energy Affordability & The Environment
Gun Control
Checks and Balances
Artificial Intelligence
Social Security & Medicare
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Donate Now
media kit
Photos
Video
Starting in week 4 through Election Day, all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes, that:
Patrick Roath has fought for your voting rights and against corruption in Massachusetts
as a lawyer and democracy advocate who formerly worked for Governor Deval Patrick. Congressman Stephen Lynch has spent 25 years in Congress.
Patrick is a new dad and a fighter for our communities who will bring fresh leadership to Congress.
He is focused on the challenges we face today, like combatting the rising cost of living and the constant threats from the Trump administration.
While career politicians in Washington like Stephen Lynch are focused on serving special interests and corporate donors, they’ve forgotten to deliver for us and on our values.
Patrick Roath is the only candidate in this race refusing corporate donations, and in Congress, Roath will be accountable to working people, not CEOs and lobbyists.
Only after voters have been introduced to Patrick should all likely Democratic primary voters in the 8th congressional district, both Democrats and unenrolled voters, but especially women and voters under 50, need to
see on streaming and digital platforms (Streaming, YouTube, Meta, Instagram) and read in their mailboxes
through Election Day that:
Let's Win This.
Sign Up To Join Us:
Get Updates
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Meet Patrick
Priorities
News
Endorsements
Volunteer
Events
Media
Contact Us
Press Inquiries
Patrick Roath is a lawyer, democracy advocate, and Boston resident running for U.S. Congress to bring new leadership and real solutions to Massachusetts’ Eighth District. Support his campaign by
making a contribution
today.
Donate Online
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