The Globe has an interesting report about Congressman Lynch being the only member of MA delegation not to sign on to a brief urging the Supreme Court to strike down DOMA. Lynch's people blame an "email glitch" as the reason Lynch did not … [Read more...]
Another special!?!?! Marty Walz to leave post.
According to the Globe, Marty Walz is leaving her seat, including her powerful position as Vice Chair of Ways and Means, to head Planned Parenthood of Massachusetts. I think she's a great choice for Planned Parenthood and will strengthen … [Read more...]
Globe poll – race tied?
I just saw the new Boston Globe poll, showing a slim 45-43 lead for Scott Brown. It's scary, and should be taken seriously, but what's up? Almost all other recent polls show Warren with a lead just outside the margin of error. It's not … [Read more...]
Marzilli gets 3 months…but why?
Former senator James Marzilli was sentenced to three months for sexually harassing four women in Lowell a couple years ago. I don't condone his actions at all, but I think this sentence was much harsher than the crime deserved. I … [Read more...]
Two Americas: The Barack Obama Edition
In his State of the Union Address, President Obama promised that the US will "out-educate" the world. In his new budget, he is proposing $100B in cuts to Pell Grants and graduate loan aid. It will remove subsidies for federal … [Read more...]
Did my district attorney just say that?!?!?
I don't expect my DA to be a drug-legalization advocate, but I expect a certain amount of honesty, logic, and reliance on evidence. Leone's statements on marijuana are void of those. He's just demonstrating that he is an … [Read more...]
Capuano leaning NO on health care?
Talking Points Memo has an interesting piece on Capuano's apparent feelings on the Senate Health Care Bill. After reading the letter, I have a hard time seeing how the headline is accurate. Capuano has troubles with the Senate … [Read more...]
Dunkin Donuts FTL
Some Dunkin Donuts franchisees have created a PAC. http://www.ddfomasspac.org/ A robust PAC means contributions to candidates who understand small business issues and who will promote a legislative and regulatory climate favorable to small … [Read more...]
Poll of Republicans – Not Flattering
Do you believe Barack Obama was born in the United States, or not? Yes 42 No 36 Not Sure 22 Remember, this poll does not necessarily include the Tea Partiers who may not identify as Republicans anymore. Do you believe Sarah Palin is … [Read more...]
Harold Ford – Milquetoast for Senate!
Kirsten Gillibrand has not done much to show that she's going to be a great, progressive Senator, but she has voted pretty well. NY could do better, but they could also do much worse. They may get much worse if Harold Ford Jr. … [Read more...]