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Massachusetts Electors Chosen

August 8, 2020 By Christopher Leave a Comment

The main item on today's agenda at the Democratic State Committee was to nominate a slate of electors who will cast the 11 constitutionally recognized votes from MA for President and Vice President when the Biden ticket wins here in … [Read more...]

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RIP Congressman John Lewis

July 18, 2020 By Christopher 4 Comments

My one last check of Facebook before turning in for the night is usually pretty uneventful, especially after midnight, but this time it lit up with news of the passing of John Lewis, hero of the civil rights movement and US Rep. from GA.  … [Read more...]

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A Tale of Two Declarations

July 4, 2020 By Christopher Leave a Comment

It appears that our esteemed editor has decided to dispense with one of my favorite BMG traditions, referring to similar exercises as "jingoism", so I will have to do it myself.  IMO we should never let our imperfect track record living up … [Read more...]

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Is there a reason Commuter Rail didn’t collect fares today?

June 30, 2020 By Christopher 4 Comments

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...]

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September Primary Ballot Set…

June 5, 2020 By Christopher 1 Comment

...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...]

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Who is MA’s Politician of the Decade?

June 3, 2020 By Christopher 2 Comments

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...]

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Two State House Elections – One Dem Hold, One Dem Flip

June 2, 2020 By Christopher 11 Comments

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...]

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Dems Gain Two Senate Seats Tonight

May 19, 2020 By Christopher 8 Comments

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...]

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THIS HAS TO END!

May 13, 2020 By Christopher 92 Comments

Two things happened yesterday, one macro and one micro, that made me realize how so done I am with what passes for our response to the coronavirus.  I am tired of feeling punished for incompetence from the White House and for happening to … [Read more...]

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National Caucus Ballots Due Today!

May 4, 2020 By Christopher Leave a Comment

Just wanted to give a quick reminder that national caucus ballots must be postmarked today.  They must be sent via US Mail as opposed to emailed or faxed.  Candidate profiles can be found at https://massdems.org/nationalconvention/. … [Read more...]

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Wanna address the morale, recruitment, & retention issues that poIice depts across the country are facing?

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Departments are scrambling to recruit in a tight labor market and also rethinking what services they can provide and what role police should play in their communities.

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NEW: Senate President Spilka endorses in race for auditor.
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Not good #mapoli candidates touting endorsements from @massdems leadership who are doing less than the least for the people of Massachusetts. Don’t accept their endorsements, endorse any progressive opponents of theirs.

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