I had an appointment in Boston today, so I took the Commuter Rail in and out from Lowell.  At Gallagher Terminal I found there was no ticket counter in the lobby since LRTA is trying to keep that as clear as possible to accomplish social … [Read more...]

...but don't get too excited.  There are precious few races that appear to be contested in either the primary or the general.  A big pet peeve of mine is when Dems leave seats unchallenged, but what the heck has Jim Lyons been doing with … [Read more...]

Just thought I would link to this piece by David Bernstein and would be interested in your thoughts, and what criteria you would use.  In terms of most influence throughout the entire decade I would say probably Governor Baker, Senator … [Read more...]

Two MA House seats were up for election today to fill vacancies caused by resignations.  In the 37th Middlesex, Dan Sena, a Dreamer from Brazil, has held the seat vacated by Jen Benson who resigned to lead the Alliance for Business … [Read more...]

Voters went to the polls today in two State Senate districts.  In the 2nd Hampshire & Hampden they chose State Representative John Velis to succeed Donald Humason who vacated the seat upon being elected Mayor of Westfield.  In the … [Read more...]

The coronavirus has hit close to home to MA political circles, as it has claimed the life of 86-year old Donald Reed Herring, eldest brother of Sen. Elizabeth Warren.  Please join me in sending thoughts and prayers to our senior Senator and … [Read more...]

My Facebook feed lit up today with news that the Supreme Judicial Court got out ahead of the legislature and reduced signature requirements by 50% and delayed the deadline a bit.  They sided with plaintiffs arguing the regular requirements … [Read more...]