“As our next U.S. Senator, Mike Capuano will continue to effectively serve all Massachusetts residents and fight for the progressive ideals we share,” stated Congressman McGovern. “I have been proud to call Congressman Capuano a friend and colleague. Mike has worked closely with me and other members of the Massachusetts delegation on so many important issues, including a public option in health care reform and opposing the Iraq War.”
“I am grateful for Jim’s support of my candidacy and for all of the help he has given me during my years in the House. His friendship and his confidence in my efforts mean a great deal,” stated Congressman Capuano.
Currently serving his seventh term in Congress, Jim McGovern of Massachusetts’ 3rd Congressional District, is the Vice Chairman of the House Rules Committee, which sets the terms for debate and amendments on most legislation. He is also a member of the House Budget Committee. McGovern co-chairs both the Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission and the House Hunger Caucus. Along with Congressman Capuano, Congressman McGovern was among a handful of representatives seeking to protect our cherished civil liberties by voting against the PATRIOT Act.
Mike Capuano has also been endorsed by other Worcester County elected officials.
In offering his endorsement, Sheriff Glodis said: “Mike Capuano is the only candidate with the necessary experience to represent Massachusetts’ working families in the U.S. Senate. His proven record of success as a mayor and congressman is clear. He has the legislative experience and know-how Massachusetts needs.”
“I’ve known Mike Capuano for 25 years, and I have always been impressed by his deep commitment and passion for the issues that matter to the people of Massachusetts, and for his dedication and ability to find real solutions that make a difference in their lives. He’ll be an outstanding United States Senator from day one, since he won’t need on the job training,” stated State Senator Richard Moore.
“As the Chair of the Special Task Force on Ethics Enforcement, Congressman Capuano has passionately led the fight in Washington to change the laws for greater transparency and accountability among our nation’s highest officials. I believe Massachusetts deserves a Senator who has already clearly demonstrated he is not afraid to take on the special interests of Capitol Hill or to push his colleagues to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct to serve the people of this country,” stated State Rep. Jennifer M. Callahan.
“I’m proud to be able to call Congressman Mike Capuano my friend. I am also proud to be supporting him in his run for the office of United States Senator. Mike is the most progressive and experienced candidate running for this office. Our Commonwealth is extremely fortunate that at a time when so many complex issues are being debated in Washington, that we have Congressman Mike Capuano, who we can send to the Senate without missing a beat. Mike won’t need any on the job training,” stated State Rep. Jim O’Day.
“I am grateful for the endorsement of so many talented and committed individuals who fight for the interests of their constituents every day. I appreciate their confidence and their support of my candidacy,” said Capuano.
Congressman Capuano’s Senate candidacy has also been endorsed by Congressman Barney Frank, the United Food and Commercial Workers Massachusetts locals, the Teamsters Local 122, the Retired State, County and Municipal Employees Association of Massachusetts, UNITE HERE’s New England Joint Board, the Seafarers International Union, the Marine Engineers Beneficial Association, the New England Dock and Marine Council, representing 20 local unions affiliated with the International Longshoremen’s Association, the Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen Local 3, the Professional Firefighters of Massachusetts (PFFM), the Salaried Employees of North America, (SENA) Local 9158, an affiliate of the United Steelworkers, and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, represented by the System T6 Council. The T6 Council is comprised of seven IBEW local unions.
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Congressman Barney Frank
Congressman Jim McGovern
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p>Sheriff Guy Glodis
State Senator Richard Moore
State Rep. Jennifer M. Callahan
State Rep. Jim O’Day
State Rep. Geraldo Alicea
State Rep. Robert Spellane
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p>United Food and Commercial Workers Massachusetts locals
Teamsters Local 122
Retired State, County and Municipal Employees Assoc of MA
UNITE HERE’s New England Joint Board
Seafarers International Union
Marine Engineers Beneficial Association
New England Dock and Marine Council representing 20 local unions affiliated with the International Longshoremen’s Association
Bricklayers and Allied Craftsmen Local 3
Professional Firefighters of Massachusetts (PFFM)
Salaried Employees of North America (SENA) Local 9158, an affiliate of the United Steelworkers
International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers
T6 Council comprised of seven IBEW local unions
Some people send out press releases when they endorse. I, on the other hand, have decided to make my endorsement here on BMG. It seems presumptuous of me to think that people care, but Heartland Dem did ask.
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p>I am endorsing Congressman Mike Capuano for U. S. Senate. I have put a lot of thought into this decision. Bottom line, I am supporting Congressman Capuano because I think he is the best person for the position.
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p>I have been impressed with Mike’s passion. I believe that his years as a member of Congress have given Mike the experience he needs to get things done in Washington from day one. We know his record on issues on the national scene; he has voted against the Iraq war and against the PATRIOT Act and he has a long record of supporting the progressive agenda. On the very important issue of health care, he supports a public option.
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p>I will say that Congressman Jim McGovern was influential in my endorsement. Congressman McGovern and I share values in a number of issues from human rights to the environment and other areas. And I trust his assessment of who will be effective in Washington, DC.
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p>Join Congressman McGovern and me in working for Mike Capuano and in donating to his campaign.
I think it’s easy to understand why a person like Mike, with his straightforward manner and straight talk (what you see is what you get)could, after delivering exactly the same message to each of these folks, and having each of them agreeing to disagree with him on a couple of issues, still get their endorsement and get them on the same stage.
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p>Of course I have no idea if any of them have ever had any success turning out their own supporters to vote for somebody else or not.
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p>You have to be ready to spend your own political capital to get your friends and family, never mind people who voted for you 2 years ago to get out and vote for somebody you endorse. Regular voters do have a mind of their own.
She was undecided, but she said she would go with my endorsement. Husband usually does as well. Beyond that, I think Heartland Dem had already made a decision.
Just lined my husband up. There’s two. Kate
Yep, bro #5, your pal, is on board. He went to the Steve Lynch endorsement event. Bro #1 and #2 won’t vote in special Dem elections. I’ll be working on bro #3 and #4.
And I see a heck of a split coming up. Keep up the good work!