BROCKTON, Massachusetts (November 1st, 2025) – In an impassioned closing argument days before Election Day, mayoral candidate Moises Rodrigues sat down with Radio and TV host Iva Sandra Andrade to share what he called his “love story” with the city of Brockton — the community that shaped his life and inspired his bid to lead it.
In this interview, Rodrigues discussed key issues at the center of his campaign, including housing, public safety, mental health and addiction, and education, outlining his vision to address Brockton’s most pressing challenges.
“I came here as a teenager,” Rodrigues said. “Brockton made me who I am today. This is where I met my wife, had my children, served in the military, and built my career. I’m the number one defender of Brockton. Yes, we have our problems, but name me a city that doesn’t. I will always defend this city because I truly love it.”
Rodrigues, who served as interim Mayor of Brockton from July 2019 to January 2020 following the death of Mayor Bill Carpenter, and who previously spent a decade on the City Council, including as council president, described his candidacy as one grounded in experience and service. He contrasted his record with that of his opponent, emphasizing leadership, management skills and deep community roots.
“When you look at management in terms of running a city with a $614 million budget, I’ve managed businesses,” he said. “I manage the Cape Verdean Association with 14 employees, and before that, I managed large retail operations with hundreds of workers. When you’ve supervised people, you can transition into leading a city.”
He added that being mayor is more than holding a title — it’s about being prepared to do the work from day one. “If this were a job application,” Rodrigues said, “my opponent wouldn’t even get a call. You need a résumé to get an interview, and mine shows decades of experience in leadership, service, and results.”
In recent weeks, Rodrigues has earned the endorsement of more than a dozen labor unions, including the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF) and the Brockton Patrolmen’s Association, along with current and former elected officials from across the city. For Rodrigues, that support represents far more than political momentum — it reflects trust in his experience, judgment and character to lead a city of more than 100,000 residents facing real challenges. He often reminds voters that a mayor is not a “one-man show” but a leader who must work collaboratively with the City Council, the School Committee and other elected officials to turn plans into action. Rodrigues says true progress for Brockton will also depend on building strong partnerships with state leaders and the federal delegation to bring vital resources and investment to the city.
“These endorsements mean a lot,” Rodrigues said. “They come from people who work on the front lines every day — police officers, firefighters, city employees, and community advocates. They know the difference between words and leadership that delivers results. Their trust is something I’ve earned through years of service, and it’s something I’ll never take for granted.”
Rodrigues said his campaign has built a broad coalition of residents, community organizations, and working families that will continue to guide his leadership if elected. “We have a strong base — people who love Brockton and believe in its potential,” he said. “That’s the coalition I’ll rely on to move this city forward.”
As Brockton voters prepare to head to the polls on Tuesday, November 4, Rodrigues urged residents to focus on proven experience and commitment to community service. “I want my fellow Brocktonians to have faith in us,” he said.
“We have an opportunity to make a distinction between two candidacies — one that has served and delivered, and one that has not.”
Rodrigues closed his remarks with a passionate appeal for civic participation.
“Vote for a future built on experience, service, and love for this city. Brockton deserves leadership that’s ready on day one.”
