Conventional wisdom on the MA-7 primary says Capuano is a reliable, down-the-line liberal Democratic vote with a knack for bringing home housing and transit funds. The choice in the race is thus framed as one not of policy but … [Read more...]
Post-election fact check: the right data for the best progress
Hello again, Blue Mass Group. Some of you may remember us as longtime contributors who met on these pages during the 2013 Boston mayoral campaign and ended up working together at City Hall. Now, after nearly four years, we look back with … [Read more...]
Marty Walsh’s One Boston—What does it Signify?
“My mission as Mayor is to make Boston the hub of opportunity for every resident. To open the doors of opportunity to a strong and growing middle class and those struggling to get there. To build a community of shared prosperity and a place … [Read more...]
Marty Walsh for Mayor—an Invitation to a New Era in Boston’s History
In my first post on the mayor’s race back in July, I argued that Marty Walsh represents a game-changing fusion of traditional labor might with passionate social justice progressivism and ideas-driven, pragmatic government. Since then, in … [Read more...]
When Marty was the Teacher and John the Student
Dorchester civic leader and former City Council candidate Catherine M. O'Neill shot this touching video in 2005, during John Connolly's first campaign for an At-Large spot on the Council (he lost but was elected in … [Read more...]
Final Boston Mayoral Debate, Live Blog/Open Thread
WGBH, WHDH, WCBV, NECN, etc. I gave you your instructions in the dressing room. Remember to protect yourself at all times and above all obey my commands. ... You are both professionals so I expect a good, clean fight. Now touch 'em up … [Read more...]
Walsh vs. Connolly: Their First Years as Mayor
This month I wrote posts comparing John Connolly and Marty Walsh’s policy proposals, in an effort to get beyond conflict over the candidates’ personalities and campaign styles and focus instead on the most pressing issues facing the city. I … [Read more...]
New #Bosmayor poll has them even up – fascinating cross-tabs
A new WBUR/MassINC poll confirms that Marty Walsh has closed whatever gap existed between him and John Connolly. Conducted over the weekend among 503 likely voters, Connolly led 35-34 among who-would-you-vote-for-todays, and 41-39 when … [Read more...]
Boston Mayoral Debate Round II–Live Blog/Open Thread
Here we go. UPDATE (by David): Here's the video, if you missed it earlier. Video streaming by Ustream … [Read more...]
Walsh vs. Connolly on Economic Development
In response to undecideds who said they want to hear about substantive differences in the Boston mayoral candidates’ visions, I decided to make my case for Marty Walsh in a series of posts comparing Walsh and John Connolly’s policy … [Read more...]