While there was certainly big news up ticket last night, there was also big news down ticket -- and the 33rd Middlesex State Rep race did not disappoint. Steve Ultrino, a true Democrat and a strong progressive, won a decisive victory in … [Read more...]
Jason Lewis Endorsed by Progressive Mass Membership
As an active member of Progressive Massachusetts who happens to live in the 5th Middlesex state senate district, I was very pleased to see this announcement in my inbox today: Our members have overwhelmingly endorsed Representative Jason … [Read more...]
Senator Warren: “We will not be broken.”
Senator Warren gave her maiden speech to the Senate earlier today. Huffington Post has the full transcript, which is well worth reading in full. It's a very moving speech, in my opinion. A few excerpts: I rise with a heart heavy with … [Read more...]
Markey campaign kickoff in Malden this Saturday
UPDATE by Charley: Doors open at 10am, Ed actually talks at 11am per Markey press release: Here's the full schedule for the day: Markey To Launch Campaign for U.S. Senate in Hometown of Malden Medford, MA – In his hometown of Malden, … [Read more...]
Let’s all give John Kerry a call, shall we? Filibuster reform NOW. [updated: Kerry’s COS says he’s in]
UPDATE (by David): David Wade, John Kerry's Chief of Staff, says on Twitter in response to this post that "kerry supports this and has for 2 years." So, the MA delegation is 2-for-2, I guess? So right out of the gate, Senator-elect … [Read more...]