Dear Friends,

For 26 years, I served as the State Representative for the 12th Middlesex District in Massachusetts, representing different parts of Newton and Brookline over the years. 

As of January 1, 2025, I have retired from the legislature.  It was my great honor to serve, and I thank the voters for electing me 13 times. I am posting my Farewell Speech, which I gave to the House of Representatives in December of 2024.  You might enjoy watching as I summarize my accomplishments and thank the many partners and supporters I had the good fortune to know.  

To stay in touch, you may reach me at ruthbalser@gmail.com

Sincerely,