Recently, our former governor took a job as a "global ambassador" for the Boston 2024 Partnership. Although he's now "volunteering" and not taking the $7,500 a day compensation package, I'm sure he'll get a very generous expense account to … [Read more...]
Archives for March 24, 2015
Massachusetts Needs to Act on Civil Forfeiture
So, when a listing of states comes out regarding civil liberties or quality of life, I generally expect Massachusetts to be near the top. We were kind of ahead of the curve in the 1770s and I'd like to believe we've stayed there … [Read more...]
Bay State Banner asks “Are the Olympics a City Planning Opportunity?”, Walsh Says Yes, Chris Dempsey and I say NO
A very even handed and informative piece on the growing skepticism of the Boston community, particularly communities of color, towards Mayor Walsh's incessant push for an Olympic Bid as a "city planning opportunity". Christopher Dempsey, … [Read more...]
Chicago Trib sees big trouble for Boston2024
The Chicago Tribune says it looks like Boston's Olympic bid is foundering, and it reflects badly on Boston2024 and on the USOC. The current impression is Boston’s bid leaders sold the USOC a bill of goods, the USOC swallowed it, no one got … [Read more...]
Mass Senate’s “Commonwealth Conversations” a hit – now it’s time for action
Over the past two months, the State Senate toured Massachusetts to make government even more accessible and hear directly from residents on issues that matter most to them. It was a memorable and heartening experience to hear people express … [Read more...]
A look at MA legislative special elections since 2009 and what it means for next week’s 11th Worcester special
Who is likely to win the special election to replace Matt Beaton in the Shrewsbury-based 11th Worcester State Rep seat next Tuesday? Special elections are different from general elections in terms turnout and voter makeup, so I looked at … [Read more...]