Elect Stephen "Steve" Medeiros

09/09/2026

Video below:

The recount for the 9th Bristol District has officially concluded. 🗳️

​In New Bedford, four additional votes were tallied—two for Ed Pacheco, and two for myself(correction from what I said in the video). In Dartmouth, precinct numbers shifted slightly, but the net outcome remained unchanged. With the process complete, Ed Pacheco is the Democratic nominee for the general election, and I want to congratulate him on his victory.

​I have many people to Thank but before that.... there are a few important reflections from this journey that I want to share:

​Integrity Matters: Running for office puts you under an immense microscope and brings daily pressures that are hard to describe. But I wouldn’t trade this experience for anything. From day one, I promised our team that we would win or lose with our integrity intact. We ran a clean, positive race focused strictly on the issues and what our community needed, and we never engaged in personal attacks. We held to that value until the very end.

​Every Vote Counts: We have over 40,000 registered voters in this district, yet fewer than 10,000 cast a ballot. Please, do your homework before walking into the booth. Research every candidate and every question. An educated, participating community is the backbone of our democracy.

​Respect for the Process: It was an eye-opening experience to watch a hand recount up close today. Thank you to our town clerks, registrars, and election workers in both Dartmouth and New Bedford for their professionalism and meticulous work, as well as the observers from both campaigns who stood watch for transparency.

​To our grassroots team: My gratitude to each of you is endless and can never truly be repaid.

​To my executive team and everyone working behind the scenes since day one.

​To everyone who hosted one of our 530+ lawn signs! (Please don't throw them away—our team will be picking them all up over the next day or two!)

​To the volunteers who helped organize and host our campaign events.

​To everyone who dialed voters weekly on our phone banks.

​To our canvassers who sacrificed their weekends and evenings to knock doors in the summer heat.
​To the 45–55 supporters who turned out for our visibilities and stood holding signs in the pouring rain.

​To our poll watchers, recount observers, and everyone who contributed to help fund this campaign from day one.... all the way to the very end.

​This was a 100% grassroots campaign powered by the people who live and work right here in our community. Don’t let anyone ever tell you otherwise.

​I am not going anywhere. You will still see me volunteering across our neighborhoods, working hard as a Realtor helping South Coast families, and spending quality time with my family and friends.

​Thank you for believing in me and for this incredible opportunity. See you around the South Coast! 😊

09/04/2026

Please share:

We just officially filed for a full district-wide hand recount in Boston—and we need your help to protect every single vote.

👉 Contribute to our Campaign's Recount Legal Fund here:

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/electatevemedeiros-recount

I just stepped off the Commuter Rail returning home from Boston, where earlier today around 1:00 PM, I officially submitted our petitions and paperwork to the Secretary of the Commonwealth’s Elections Division to request a full district-wide hand recount for the 9th Bristol District. 🎥👇

When I arrived at the state office, I learned that my opponent, Ed Pacheco, had also filed paperwork for a recount earlier in the day.

That shows something important: both campaigns recognize just how razor-thin this election is across Dartmouth and New Bedford, and both agree that the final tally must be verified with absolute certainty.

A recount is not about division or overturning an outcome. It is about election integrity, transparency, and honoring the fundamental right of every voter to have their legal ballot counted. If every vote is hand-counted and my opponent is ahead, he will have my respect as our Democratic nominee. And if our numbers hold and we pull ahead, I will proudly lead our party into November.

To see this process through the right way, our campaign faces an unexpected hurdle: the cost.

Conducting a thorough district-wide hand recount requires hiring experienced legal counsel specializing in Massachusetts election law and coordinating trained observers across every single precinct. This was an expense our grassroots campaign could not have planned for during our primary fundraising.

Our campaign has always been people-powered—funded by everyday working families, neighbors, and friends and we have yet to receive any money from special interests. We cannot protect this count without your help today.

If you believe that every legal vote must be accounted for and want to ensure a fair, transparent outcome, please consider chipping in $25, $50, or whatever you can to our recount legal fund:

👉 Contribute to our Campaign's Recount Legal Fund here:

https://secure.actblue.com/donate/electatevemedeiros-recount

Watch the video above for a direct update right off the train, and thank you for your continued support of our democracy. 🗳️

09/03/2026

Every voter across Dartmouth and New Bedford deserves absolute confidence in our election results. 🎥👇

Please share this out!!

Yesterday, an email was circulated by my opponent claiming victory, alleging that 51 ballots were left 'uncounted,' and suggesting that someone is trying to 'take the election away.'

Let’s set the record straight: nobody is taking an election from anybody.

Earlier this afternoon, I spoke directly with the Town Clerk’s office. The claim that 51 ballots were left uncounted is simply false. Those hand-tallies from election night will be added to the unofficial count. This entire district-wide race will come down to just over 10 votes.

When an election comes down to just over 10 votes, the outcome may change or it may not. But that is why Massachusetts law provides a recount process. Moving forward with a full, district-wide hand recount is the responsible way to guarantee that every legal vote was accurately recorded and that voters have total certainty in the final outcome.

Rushing to declare victory, spreading misinformation about uncounted ballots, and attacking the integrity of our local election staff is wrong—especially coming from a Democratic candidate.

We welcome complete transparency. If every legal ballot is hand-counted and my opponent is ahead, he will have my respect as our nominee. And if we pull ahead, I will proudly lead our party into November. That is how democracy works.

Watch the video above for a direct update on where things stand. 🗳️

09/01/2026

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who has powered this campaign from day one! 🎥👇

​In this video, I’m giving a personal shout-out to so many folks who’ve helped us reach this moment. But please know this: if your name wasn't mentioned on camera, you are just as deeply appreciated. To our entire digital family—our incredible Facebook army who has liked, shared, commented, and kept the energy high every single day—thank you for making our voices heard across the district!

​⏰ We have LESS THAN 8 HOURS left to vote today!

​Don’t let the weather stop you—grab an umbrella, brave the rain, and head to your polling place. Every single vote counts, and our community's future is decided by those who show up.

​Let’s bring this across the finish line together! 🗳️💪

08/31/2026

08/30/2026

Hear from friends, neighbors, community leaders, and longtime colleagues who know Steve Medeiros and have seen his character, leadership, and commitment to service firsthand. From his work in the community and real estate industry to his advocacy at the local, state, and national level, these supporters share why they believe Steve is prepared to be a strong voice for the 9th Bristol District.

08/29/2026

In this testimonial, longtime Democrat, friend, and campaign manager Carl Alves shares why he believes Steve Medeiros is the right person to represent the 9th Bristol District. Having known Steve personally and worked closely with him throughout the campaign, Carl speaks to Steve’s character, work ethic, leadership abilities, and genuine commitment to the community. He shares his firsthand perspective on what makes Steve a strong leader and why he is proud to stand alongside him in this campaign.

08/28/2026

Sue Whitney, a friend and fellow volunteer with Steve through Club Madeirense S.S. Sacramento, Inc., shares her perspective on Steve’s character, work ethic, and leadership. Through their involvement supporting the Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, Sue has seen firsthand Steve’s willingness to work hard, step up as a leader, and give his time to the community. She speaks to his honesty, integrity, and the qualities that make Steve someone she is proud to call a friend and believes will serve him well as a State Representative.

08/23/2026

Rain or shine, this grassroots team shows up! 🌧️🚪
​A massive thank you to the 21 incredible volunteers—family, friends, and neighbors—who spent yesterday knocking on doors in the rain throughout the North End of New Bedford. Seeing our group continue to grow with every single walk is humbling, inspiring, and proof of what a true community-powered campaign looks like.

​A special shout-out to all our first-time canvassers! We had so many folks stepping out for the very first time who shared how much fun they had having genuine conversations with neighbors (and yes, snapping a few rainy-day selfies along the way 📸). Our team keeps the energy high, keeps it fun, and makes sure no one walks alone.

​We’re keeping our boots on the ground and knocking doors all the way through the election—and we’d love to have you with us! Whether you want to join an organized group walk or prefer to knock on doors right on your own street, we’ll get you set up with everything you need.

​👉 Want to help out? Send me a personal message here, and we’ll get you a list and get you rolling!

​Thank you again to everyone who makes this movement so special. Let’s keep this momentum going!

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08/23/2026

Did you know that you can vote early today and the rest of this week?

If you have a few minutes head on down to the Dartmouth Town Hall or New Bedford Library to vote early in person!

See links in the comments below for times and more details.