Hey BMG, let's make October 15th Independence Day, when we elect someone who will answer to you and me, not the PAC's or special interests who either donated to their campaigns or mailed disingenuous fliers. And don't take my word for it, … [Read more...]
Archives for October 14, 2013
In January, Brownsberger supported yet another move to give school funding boost only to already-wealthy towns
The S.211 legislation I blogged about on Friday is not the only attempt to give additional local aid funding to the wealthiest towns. There was also an attempt to do this in the initial FY14 budget proposal, released by Governor Patrick on … [Read more...]
Humor and Spunk
Humor and spunk are precious characteristics of great public servants. Hat's off to Carl Sciortino and his Dad for the most refreshing political ad of the ages. You all know my first choice and I like many others here would be pleased … [Read more...]
I am voting for Carl Sciortino
I am posting this today to reach as many of my friends and associates as possible. This coming Tuesday October 15th is Primary day for the Congressional seat vacated by Ed Markey's successful run for the US Senate. I have been a long time … [Read more...]
Carl Sciortino for US Representative. #MA5
It's decision time in #MA5. We've got a really quite unbelievable field, drawing upon a deep bench of earnest, experienced, thoughtful legislators. Pat yourself on the back, Massachusetts, you done good. As David and others have said, I'll … [Read more...]
I’m voting for Karen Spilka in MA-5
We've got two big elections coming up in these parts: tomorrow is the primary in the Fifth Congressional District that will very likely determine who will be the next Member of Congress from Massachusetts. And in a few weeks, Boston elects … [Read more...]
Golar Richie On Marty Walsh
Got an email from Charlotte Golar Richie on her endorsement of Marty Walsh for Mayor of Boston: This campaign for Mayor is a watershed moment for our city. And I want to make sure that the next Mayor will stand up for all of Boston – … [Read more...]
Pats! Sox!
What a great night to be a New England sports fan: … [Read more...]
Joke Revue: “Cruz — Destroying Entire Planet Best Way to Stop Obamacare.”
Borowitz: TED CRUZ: DESTROYING ENTIRE PLANET BEST WAY TO STOP OBAMACARE WASHINGTON (The Borowitz Report)—Senator Ted Cruz (R-Texas) raised the ante in the battle over the Affordable Care Act on Sunday, telling CNN’s Candy Crowley that … [Read more...]
Walsh vs. Connolly on Housing
Last week I wrote a post comparing Marty Walsh and John Connolly’s policy proposals on education. I concluded that while they share most of the same broad goals, there are a couple of big differences. Walsh aims first for the proven effects … [Read more...]