Yes, yes, I know that too much focus on poll movement can be unwarranted. But of course even knowing that, we can't help ourselves. And with the caution that the race is still fluid and it's critical the campaign -- including volunteers -- … [Read more...]
Republican former FDIC chair to endorse Elizabeth Warren
Sheila Bair, appointed by George W. Bush to the FDIC, will be endorsing and campaigning for Elizabeth Warren, the Wall Street Journal reports. "Ms. Bair, a Republican, said she has never campaigned for a Democrat before but felt strongly … [Read more...]
WCVB: Scott Brown’s ties to the compounding pharmacy industry
Channel 5 reports: Scott Brown received the maximum personal contribution allowed by law from Greg Conigliaro, $2,500, co-owner of the Framingham compounding pharmacy that's linked to more than a dozen deaths from fungal meningitis. The … [Read more...]
WNEU poll: Warren up by 5
Elizabeth Warren is up 50% to 45% in a new poll conducted by the Western New England University Polling Institute in partnership with the Springfield Republican/MassLive.com. Here's your key quote, from political strategist Anthony … [Read more...]
A few debate thoughts
Scalia. That's the biggie. How can Mr. Bipartisan admire Scalia, the most hardline, polarizing, far-right justice on the court? Not to mention rather ethically challenged? This was one of Brown's few answers that wasn't scripted, and we got … [Read more...]
New poll has Warren up 43-38
Boston Globe poll conducted by University of NH shows Elizabeth Warren leading Scott Brown 43 to 38. Survey was conducted Sept. 21-27, so this was post-debate for all respondents but NOT post Tomahawk chop video for all … [Read more...]
Imagine if you will…
you found out there's some serious structural damage in your house, and you need to hire a contractor. You've narrowed it down to two --- one who is well known in town and another who has experience dealing with the issue. So you're … [Read more...]
Questions I’d like to ask Scott Brown in a debate
What do you consider your top 3 accomplishments in the Senate you've achieved for the people of Massachusetts? This election may decide control of the U.S. Senate. Can you explain why you feel Mitch McConnell should be Senate majority … [Read more...]
Why are local town elections in the spring?
If you live in a city, your local elections are sensibly on Election Day in November. If you live in a town, your local elections are on a random day in the spring, typically before Town Meeting begins. Here's what the election/voting … [Read more...]
Heritage brouhaha: Why now?
I've seen a couple of comments now wondering why the Brown camp blew up this 'story' now, as opposed to August or September when it might have more of an effect in the general election. But before attributing Fehrstrom's actions to … [Read more...]