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My testimony in support of overtime workers

June 21, 2019 By afertig 1 Comment

Heya BMG community! It's been a long, long time. I'm now in a totally new role - Executive Director of the New England Jewish Labor Committee. The NEJLC works to get the Jewish community to support the labor movement and issues facing … [Read more...]

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There’s still time to help elect Jason Lewis!

April 1, 2014 By afertig Leave a Comment

Fellow BMG Friends! I just wanted to hop on to Blue Mass Group to give you a quick update on the State Senate race up in Malden, Melrose, Wakefield, Stoneham, Reading and parts of Winchester. This has been a really exciting race with a … [Read more...]

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About those cancellation notices

November 8, 2013 By afertig 23 Comments

There's been a lot of chatter all about how the Affordable Care Act has been dropping people's coverage -- if folks are in plans that don't meet some basic requirements, they are going to get better insurance. NPR recently tried to find … [Read more...]

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Why I support Carl Sciortino for Congress

October 2, 2013 By afertig 15 Comments

In the race to replace Ed Markey in the 5th Congressional District, we have a lot of great choices. Speaking for myself -- as a resident of Medford and not on behalf of any organization I work for or am associated with -- I am proud to say … [Read more...]

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If We’re Going to Talk About Money in MA-5, Let’s Be Honest

July 17, 2013 By afertig 15 Comments

Spreadsheet of Cash on Hand for MA-5

I don't think that the MA-5 Congressional campaign should be about money. I think this campaign should be about asking: who will to fight for the middle class, the poor, and for the "little guy"? Who is going to fight for LGBT rights and … [Read more...]

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In CD-5, Vote Your Aspirations

June 30, 2013 By afertig 14 Comments

As a resident within the Massachusetts 5th Congressional District, I have had the privilege of being represented by Ed Markey. I, along with most of the folks reading this blog, worked hard to ensure that he became our new Senator-Elect -- … [Read more...]

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Rob Eno Wants to Drive on Unsafe Roads Because AMERICA

February 9, 2013 By afertig 30 Comments

Rob Eno got really bothered by the idea that the Governor would force us citizens off the road during the blizzard. In his eyes, this is a major restriction of our liberty. So he did what every freedom-loving American does when they see an … [Read more...]

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DEADLINE FRIDAY: Tell DPH to protect my health, not Pharma profits

October 16, 2012 By afertig Leave a Comment

This summer, Massachusetts relaxed the Pharmaceutical Gift Ban. The Legislature passed and Governor signed a law that opened the door for Big Pharma to go back to their old ways of wining and dining doctors, but said that the meals had to … [Read more...]

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Let’s Take a Look at Richard Tisei’s Record

October 4, 2012 By afertig 5 Comments

Now that the 1st Presidential debate is out of the way, I think it’s time to refocus locally. I recently read Charley’s post on Tierney / Tisei. And I have to say, I disagree a little. You don’t “just gotta” vote for Tierney just because … [Read more...]

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What I’m hearing on the doors

September 30, 2012 By afertig 3 Comments

I just got back from knocking on some doors in Medford for Elizabeth Warren. I don't have a whole lot of time, but I'm dedicating a minimum of one day a week to knocking on doors, and more right before election day. Let me tell you, many … [Read more...]

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amywesterveltAmy Westervelt@amywestervelt·
10 Apr

Every time we hear about methane the story gets a little worse, which means the truth will be a lot worse, which is why the industry is pushing hard on natgas now. Recently they’ve taken to calling it “low carbon gas” to keep the focus on CO2. https://twitter.com/GlobalEcoGuy/status/1380914220150181897

Dr. Jonathan Foley@GlobalEcoGuy

Methane has risen by *over 150%* and is accelerating.

For reference, CO2 has risen 50%.

We need to *dramatically* reduce methane emissions to have a chance of keeping the planet below 1.5-2 C. This includes methane from animals, rice, landfills, and the energy industry. https://twitter.com/robbie_andrew/status/1380788370771750913

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MOF_MassMothers Out Front Massachusetts@MOF_Mass·
10 Apr

Methane is increasing at a rate 3 x more than CO2 and will cause 80 x more warming in the next 20 years! Our children are depending on us to act.

We need all-electric buildings
gas transition plans, and
to stop dirty energy infrustructure.
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Amy Westervelt@amywestervelt

Every time we hear about methane the story gets a little worse, which means the truth will be a lot worse, which is why the industry is pushing hard on natgas now. Recently they’ve taken to calling it “low carbon gas” to keep the focus on CO2. https://twitter.com/GlobalEcoGuy/status/1380914220150181897

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Welcome back to normal.

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8 Apr

New: Intelligence forecast sees a post-coronavirus world upended by climate change and splintering societies https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/intelligence-globe-future-crises-/2021/04/08/303c350e-97df-11eb-962b-78c1d8228819_story.html

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MiriamWasserMiriam Wasser@MiriamWasser·
8 Apr

Update from Enbridge: "The Weymouth Compressor Station’s compressor unit is not currently operating at this time. We will return the Weymouth Compressor Station’s compressor unit to service once we have further verified its continued ability to safely and reliably operate." https://twitter.com/MiriamWasser/status/1379517153783779336

Miriam Wasser@MiriamWasser

Here's what we know so far about today's unplanned gas release at the Weymouth Compressor -- which, unfortunately, isn't much.

I will update as more information becomes available #mapoli

https://www.wbur.org/earthwhile/2021/04/06/weymouth-compressor-gas-release

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