It Girl, Friday, August 18, 2006: Grace Ross

While the typical It Girl exudes fabulousness, others receive accolades for more Graceful virtues. Somerville resident, Grace Ross is intelligent, articulate and progressive-minded. Ross is the Green/Rainbow Party candidate for Massachusetts Governor in 2006. I had the pleasure of interviewing her at Francesca's Cafe in the South End this morning. She took considerable time discussing ways to benefit the local economy and environment. The following are some of her quotes.

On combating voter/citizen apathy: "You can't legislate social change; the best change comes from working hand-in-hand on the ground."

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"We've been told by our government that we can't care about our dreams. But I want to support the things that a healthy community cares about!"

On leadership: "Leadership is facilitation."

On Massachusetts: "The best thing about our state is the progressive heart when tapped."