The interesting question is: since that wasn't a "political ad" does the Dukakis campaign watchdog committee have jurisdiction? And even more interesting, is AG Tom Reilly going to listen to anyone regarding how to run his campaign? … [Read more...]
Archives for September 8, 2006
The intel on Iraq: it’s as bad as you thought
The Senate Intelligence Committee has released a long-delayed report in which it concludes that, basically, there were no ties between Saddam Hussein and Al Qaeda.As recently as two weeks ago, President Bush said at a news conference that … [Read more...]
The Day After
For those who are focused on "electability" as a way to choose between Chris and Deval, has anyone discussed the Clinton Factor? Last I checked, Bill C is still pretty popular in this state. He can't weigh in on a contested Dem … [Read more...]
LG Virtual Debate Reposted
For those of you who may have missed it back in April, I have reposted the Saint Kermit virtual debate between Tim Murray and Andrea Silbert (we also interviewed Sam Kelley, but I have edited out his responses). Deb Goldberg was invited to … [Read more...]
Behind the scenes at Reilly debate prep
Advisor 1: OK, our internal polls show us in a tailspin. Any ideas?Advisor 2: Well weve already gone after Deval on Ameriquest and attacked both of them as out of touch millionaires and weve still been sinking Advisor 3: … [Read more...]
Cheney-Healey Spotted!
Kerry Healey has become such a fervent Dick Cheney supporter, and vice versa, that it appears the two are now almost indistinguishable. In an effusive speech, Healey-Cheney welcomed Cheney-Healey to the Commonwealth, and applauded the new … [Read more...]
Greater Blogston
sco's favorite show, WGBH's "Greater Boston", now has a blog, doubtless because there wasn't enough to read here. So once you digest our meager offerings, trundle on over.Right now they're averaging the polls in the Gov's race, which makes … [Read more...]
Galvin’s Prediction Will Suppress Voter Turnout
This week Secretary of State Galvin made the announcement that he expected about a 20% voter turnout for the State's Primary Election on September 19th. Why does he feel the need to predict voter turnout? What actual use is that statistic … [Read more...]
NEXT Gov Debate: You Advise, They Listen
We know that just as the Bushies watch Fox, the gubernatorial hopefuls keep a close eye on BMG. Next Debate is with Jon Keller, September 13; airdate unclear. What would you advise each candidate? … [Read more...]
LG: Can’t someone belly-flop already?
I gotta agree with David: I'm undecided in the LG race, and last night's forum at Jimmy Tingle's didn't help me make up my mind. Andrea Silbert and Tim Murray both make a very good case for themselves: They were both passionate (in their … [Read more...]