Tonight Gov Patrick came to Arlington's Town Hall, as the weather was too difficult for the originally-scheduled outdoor meeting using the natural outdoor amphitheater of Robbins Farm Park. More then 100 men all wearing blue and holding … [Read more...]
Archives for June 22, 2009
It’s June 23rd – Do you know where your ethics reform is?
It's June 23rd--do you know where your ethics and lobbying reform is? I was honored to participate in the efficient, thoughtful and lightning fast task force Governor Patrick assembled in November 2008. I was more than happy to see debate … [Read more...]
Why I Am Running for Boston City Council
As a former City Council aide I have the experience of working on city budgets, ordinances, and basic city services. I also remember getting a frantic phone call from a single mother of three that had no place to sleep that night and … [Read more...]
Saving money, saving health care reform
Read Bill. Especially if you're a member of the media, go read Bill.There's a funny thing that's happening with health care politics: See, "moderates" of both parties want to be seen as pro-private sector. They certainly … [Read more...]
Found: 10-15 MILLION Dollars!
Now that the Legislature released its final budget recommendation for FY10, its clear many worthy programs will be forced to lay off staff and cut back services. We all know that these are very difficult economic times. Every individual and … [Read more...]
I’m mad as hell and I’m not going to take it anymore
Some examples: We can do the one thing glbt bloggers have been asking -- and that's already clearly had an effect -- shut off the gayTM. Gay people - and their allies - contribute an enormous sum of money and time to the Democratic Party … [Read more...]
History Monday: The Sacred Band of Thebes
In the 4th Century, b.c., Sparta had come out of the Corinthian War as the dominant Greek city-state. Its power and influence was immense in these days. However, it was continually pressured by the other Greek powers, as well as … [Read more...]