The debate between His Excellency and Jay Gonzalez just wrapped up and I honestly don't think it will move the needle much. On social issues I felt like I was watching a Dem primary debate, though Gonzalez tried moving Baker to the right … [Read more...]
Gas Explosions in Greater Lawrence
Not political, but communities a short drive from me have experienced multiple gas explosions and fires late this afternoon. Colombia Gas was working in the area and may have triggered an accident, but even that is speculative. Both … [Read more...]
PRIMARY NIGHT was: Countdown to the Primary Open Thread
[Bumped -- Charley] OK, we're coming up to it so it's time for final thoughts on the state primary. I would be interested in both your preferences and predictions. There are lots of contested primaries on the Dem side this year, to … [Read more...]
R. I. P. Senator John McCain
We knew it would happen soon once he stopped treatment for the same form of brain cancer that claimed Ted Kennedy nine years ago to the day, but all the networks pre-empted their programming just before 8:30 to announce the passing of Sen. … [Read more...]
Massachusetts ranks dead last…
...in state-by-state polling approval of Donald Trump. To be fair the rankings do pretty well line up with general partisan reputations. … [Read more...]
R. I. P. Margaret Heckler
Former US Rep., HHS Secretary, and Ambassador to Ireland Margaret Heckler died in Virginia today at the age of 87. She was defeated by Barney Frank in 1982 when they were put in the same district by redistricting. She was the last woman … [Read more...]
Three Questions Certified for November Ballot
Secretary Galvin has certified three questions for the November ballot: Question 1: To see if the Commonwealth will vote to limit the number of patients per nurse. Question 2: To see if the Commonwealth will go on record opposing … [Read more...]
It’s Convention Weekend!
[Editor's note: BUMPED - I am here this morning! Hit me up if you want to meet up - @bluemassgroup or charley at blue mass group dot com -- Charley] Many of us will gather in Worcester tonight and tomorrow for the Democratic State … [Read more...]
Courting the Religious Left
Senators Elizabeth Warren and Cory Booker tried their hands at connecting politics to faith-based themes. It's about time and we need this now more than ever. In an age when the Religious Right has completely sacrificed whatever was left … [Read more...]
Question about anti-trans ballot question
I just saw a Facebook post that made me realize I may be procedurally confused about the possible ballot question seeking to roll back protections for our transgendered fellow Bay Staters. My understanding is that the General Court enacted … [Read more...]
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