by Bob Massie, Democratic Candidate for the United States Senate “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion, or prohibiting the free exercise thereof; or abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the … [Read more...]
Archives for June 30, 2011
Why would Scott Brown filibuster his own bill?
In the annals of bizarre Senatorial behavior, this has to be right up there (if you don't count Larry Craig and David Vitter, that is). HT to HesterPrynne for calling this to everyone's attention. Scott Brown (along with John Kerry, 4 … [Read more...]
Attention Dan Winslow, Care to Debate…
the pros and cons of your ethics reforms and my suggestions? It could help clear things up. I'll be fair. Argue the facts. No name calling. C'mon. Let's give it a go. Right here on BMG. You can cross post on RMG if you like. … [Read more...]
MASSterList: Still no budget! – Health care proposals – Bastien wants fireworks – Trouble for Lantigua in possible recall
WHUDGET?: It's the end of June! That means there must be a shiny new budget all done and ready for the governor's signature, right? No. No, it does not mean that (Globe). Get angry, Salem News! Keller wants to know why sausage takes so long … [Read more...]
What would you ask Setti Warren?
Your humble editors are looking forward to sitting down with MA-Sen candidate Setti Warren tomorrow over lunch, and we're wondering what you'd like to know. Drop your questions in the comments, and we'll bring back as many answers as we … [Read more...]
Join Us in Calling For A Freeze on Health Care Cost Increases. Noon Rally – State House Steps.
Today, HCFA and GBIO are issuing a challenge to insurers to freeze health premiums for one year or until a meaningful long-term cost containment solution is reached, and urged all stakeholders - doctors and hospitals, government, insurers, … [Read more...]
A table showing lobbyist requirements for all 50 states
The link: http://www.ncsl.org/?tabid=15363 One of your tech types could probably insert it. What I found of the greatest interest is that Massachusetts already requires, and creates photo IDs for every registered lobbyist. What is the … [Read more...]