08/29/2026
Letter to the editor The Sun News
Sokhary Chau endorsement for 18th Middlesex
“Over 35 years ago Sokhary Chau was a student of mine at the Bartlett Middle School. In class, Sokhary sat quietly and focused intently on each day’s lesson. After I completed my instructions, he concentrated on completing assignments and didn’t get distracted by those around him.
I was also Sokhary’s middle school basketball coach. In practices and during games Sokhary’s behavior was exemplary. He respected his teammates, opponents, faculty members and the referees. In return, he was held in high regard by everyone.
His academic efforts paid off. After graduating from the Bartlett School, he got accepted to Phillips Academy in Andover where he is now an alumnus.
While canvasing neighborhoods with Sokhary, I learned he still gives his undivided attention to whomever he speaks with. He sincerely wants to learn about his constituents’ concerns and cogently responds to questions they ask of him. In a side note, I’m often amazed at how long Sokhary is willing to spend listening to each voter.
During our walks, I also learned a lot about Sokhary’s character. He came to America from Cambodia where his father was killed by the Khmer Rouge. Fortunately, he and his family escaped and eventually migrated to America. He’s extremely grateful to America and the City of Lowell for the opportunities they have given him. On a number of occasions, he has revealed his feelings about how much he loves this City and our great Country. He truly wants to help the citizens of Lowell and is determined to help make our City a great place to live.
Even though he is an immigrant, he doesn’t favor endless government handouts. He believes one must have a strong work ethic to get ahead. Twenty years ago, he and his wife Somong demonstrated this belief by running a mortgage company in downtown Lowell. This experience taught him about value of home ownership and the difficulties business owners face. While talking to voters I often overheard Sokhary mention about the need to help business owners.
Above all, Sokhary values the will of the people and honesty in government. He recently received the endorsement of State Auditor Diana DiZoglio who has been working tirelessly to audit the State’s legislature’s finances. A 2024 ballot question, voted on by Massachusetts voters, passed by 72%. Sokhary fiercely believes a complete audit should be taken. Unfortunately, politicians keep putting up roadblocks for a thorough audit. If he gets elected, he promises to make this issue a priority.”
— George Stamas,
