A relentless and sincere activist Boston City Councilor, Matt O’Malley keeps his eyes on many prizes. He reaches for and works for them, but never despairs when he can’t grasp one. He has represented District 6 — West Roxbury, most of … [Read more...]
Planned Parenthood Voter Guide for the Boston Municipal Elections
For the first time in twenty years, Boston residents will select a new mayor this fall. A vigorous city council race is also underway. With crowded, dynamic fields, it is essential that voters get the most useful, transparent information … [Read more...]
Boston Council President Loving the Load
In that class of another job I don't want, Boston City Council President Steve Murphy spoke with Left Ahead about the big issues coming up. He called them "real exciting," while some might run the other way. Click the player below for a … [Read more...]
Boston’s Pressley: No Footnote
Boston's Nov. 8th election is supposed to be a big test for the Latino and the black woman at-large Councilors. All four at-large incumbents are running. First termers Felix Arroyo and Ayanna Pressley face challenges from three others, … [Read more...]
Boston’s Pressley Still Outspoken
First-term Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley says she enjoys making people feel uncomfortable. That is, she finds that candor, facts and meaningful solutions don't come easy and don't come through avoidance. You can click the player … [Read more...]
“Expired-Food Guy” Connolly Fights for Another Go
Boston At-Large City Councilor John Connolly was kind of surprised that his old-frozen-foods-in-schools investigation made such a splash. Regardless, he chairs the body's education committee and shows an astonishing passion for public … [Read more...]
Ask your favorite Boston City Council candidate…
An Open Boston City Council http://anopenbostoncitycouncil... Ask your favorite candidate about the stenographic machine record of the public meeting of the City Council. Unofficial List of Certified Candidates for District 7 City … [Read more...]
An Open Boston City Council
An Open Boston City Council http://anopenbostoncitycouncil... … [Read more...]
Chuck Turner Unwittingly Aiding Honest Government
It brings to mind the first meeting I attended as a new board member of a major downtown church. It was in terrific financial, membership and other trouble, which I knew when I ran for the position. I was not aware of how angry the very … [Read more...]
Boston Council Prez Talks Power
Ross is a politician but not cowardly or overly slick. Among other ideas, he included:Home rule: A vestige of class warfare that cripples the city. Boston should be able to govern itself. Term limits:Mayor Tom Menino has been fine, … [Read more...]