Convention officials on the scene did what they could to accomodate this delegate. They found seating above the area where other WHHF delegates were seated - and when it came time to vote, the tellers went to her to record her … [Read more...]
I Won!
This is a victory for West Brookfield. There is now a real opportunity for the Town to build the confidence that its citizens have in the services it provides. I'm looking forward to working with Selectmen Barry Nadon and Tom Long to build … [Read more...]
Where’s Eisenthal? On the Stump!
Recently, I've been a pretty inactive blogger. Before tonight, I hadn't posted on The Eisenthal Report for a week. There have been some interesting and important events that have been worthy of comment. The Massachusetts House passing new … [Read more...]
Eisenthal Campaign Launches Website
I invite all BMGers to visit my new campaign website, David for West Brookfield which is at www.david4westbrookfield.com. It's pretty basic - it has my reasons for running, my positions on issues, and my bio. We are looking to add pictures … [Read more...]
Eisenthal for Selectman – Campaign Update
Even with its strong financial reserves, West Brookfield is facing tough budgetary pressures this year. With my background in municipal finance, I have ideas and solutions to protect the Town's financial position while maintaining Town - … [Read more...]
The Importance of Organ Donation
Organs that can be given by living donors include the kidney and portions of the liver, lung, intestine, and pancreas. Kidney transplants are the most common; they have now been done for more than 50 years. The first one was done in 1954 in … [Read more...]
TER endorses Barack Obama
Obama’s intellect is not only great – most of the other Presidential candidates are also very smart people – it is focused in ways that distinguish and set him above the others. In reading The Audacity of Hope, it is … [Read more...]
My Upcoming Campaign
I've previously discussed my political plans elsewhere. At that time, I discussed my desire to help maintain West Brookfield's strong finances and to help manage economic growth. As I've talked to an increasing number of West Brookfield … [Read more...]
A Dissenting View on SCHIP
SCHIP is a federally funded, but state administered health insurance program for children that was created in 1997. Up to now, it has provided benefits for children in families with incomes up to 200 percent of the federal poverty level. … [Read more...]
Misleading Boston Globe Headline on Casinos?
First, in the poll, only 29 percent of those polled "strongly favor" legalizing casino gambling. 24 percent "favor somewhat" legalizing gambling. This does not sound like a groundswell of support for the Governor's plan.On even closer … [Read more...]