As a city that upholds progressive principles, Somerville should be a place where everyone is welcome and where innovation and creativity drive change, where the needs of residents are respected. Yet with growing opportunities in Somerville, have also come challenges. In particular workers’ rights and affordable housing have fallen to the wayside. That’s why we need to stand together to ensure fairness and accountability, and to call upon our elected officials to stand for a city that works for all of us.