What is with the lack of energy or the unwillingness of Baker to put himself out there amongst the people? Why is there such a thick wall of separation between Charlie and your average everyday Joe? There is no connection between the … [Read more...]
Archives for October 19, 2010
The Dodger, the Poser, and the Angry Man: where Charlie Baker’s campaign went wrong
The Dodger: Not coming to terms with the Big Dig This is huge, and to me completely inexplicable. The Big Dig was always going to be part of the conversation in this election, and the fact is that Charlie Baker was high up in state … [Read more...]
Another attack on indigent defense
The Boston Globe ran an editorial State can save on lawyers by hiring more public defenders which is sadly based on a misunderstanding of what court-appointed attorneys and DAs do. First, it is easier to accuse than to disprove … [Read more...]
Are The Republicans Cracking Up?
I always get lots of direct mail asking me to donate to political campaigns. I've been buried under a pile of letters from Al Franken, Russ Feingold, James Carville, etc. Today, I got a letter from the Friends of Sharron Angle. … [Read more...]
Dodd and Cutler: Ride the Wave
Is there an easier job on Beacon Hill than Republican whip? What does that entail -- keeping people awake so they can vote no? Well, Tim Dodd is looking to replace that piece of decorative furniture that is George Peterson. … [Read more...]
Early Joke Revue courtesy of the Globe
I certainly understand the desire to support the party candidate ("Hey, s/he is still better than [Dem incumbent]!"), but surely GOP leaders like Brown and Cellucci know that some of these candidates are simply too extreme and/or … [Read more...]
Capuano 2012?
I wanted him to be my Senator last year, and I hope I get to vote for him again. For all my reasons, see: http://bluemassgroup.org/diary... Beyond all of that, I think he has a real chance at beating Scott Brown. I think if you asked every … [Read more...]
Connecting for Change Is Coming To New Bedford This Weekend.
"Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has." -Margaret Mead This weekend, inspiring leaders of social causes will descend upon New Bedford Massachusetts … [Read more...]
Baker channels St. Augustine
"O, Lord, give me chastity, but not yet." … [Read more...]
Connaughton’s Sweetheart Deal with Mitt Romney
It is illegal for any individual or group to subsidize a candidate when they are running because it would exceed the individual contribution limit allowed. Even odder is that last year, when Mary was NOT working "18-7" for her run for … [Read more...]