[Probation] is ostensibly a division of the trial court but, thanks to the Legislature, operates with unusual independence.... In 1993, five years before [Probation Commissioner John] O'Brien was appointed, the Legislature eliminated the … [Read more...]
Charlie Baker thinks the earth is warming. Wait – no he doesn’t. Wait – maybe it is. Wait – what?
For your enjoyment, we're pleased to present this round-up of Charlie Baker's views (and I do mean views, plural) on global warming. And these are all in the span of about two weeks! Impressive. (NB: YouTube seems to be on the … [Read more...]
Something to Fight For
It is not enough to discuss the Commonwealth's substance abuse problem - we need to solve it. As your senator, I will champion efforts to change ill-conceived mandatory sentencing guidelines and fight to emphasize drug treatment and … [Read more...]
Potential State House candidate? Check your voter registration by Feb 23, 2010.
If you're contemplating becoming a candidate for the fall elections to the General Court, there is a fundamental deadline approaching on February 23. Every year there are a number of people who fail to understand this aspect of running for … [Read more...]
MA economic numbers continue to outperform most of the U.S.
More votes of confidence in Governor Patrick's management of the fiscal crisis. This is via a campaign email: I wanted you to have this information first, before it appears in the media, because it is an important independent … [Read more...]
And with that, the Globe’s love affair with Charlie Baker came to an end
Charlie Baker's hilariously embarrassing efforts to avoid antagonizing the Jeff Jacoby wing of the climate change "debate" while still appearing to be a reasonable, electable-in-MA Republican have bitten him on the tuchus. Here's … [Read more...]
Today’s Globe is all about you!
Above the fold on the front page of today's Globe is a must-read story about the 2010 Governor's race. Here's the money quote: "We had this incredibly rich relationship that we built with the grass-roots network the last time," the … [Read more...]
Patrick’s inaugural address: has he delivered?
ADDRESSRECORD I know that we can have more and better jobs, and a stronger economy. But we will need the best prepared workforce on the planet, simpler and faster regulatory processes, a stable and simplified corporate tax structure, and a … [Read more...]
Electoral, Not Party Hate
Backing off from lofty ideals may not be an attractive or welcoming thought, but our government needs to get something of consequence to Obama's desk. Soon. Voters are not particularly taken by either party right now, but they are going to … [Read more...]
Obama to hold Town Hall in Nashua NH on 2/2/10
Forwarded to assist NH Citizen's alliance - Deb Date: Fri, Jan 29, 2010 at 9:41 PM Subject: Town Hall with Obama in Nashua on Tuesday! To: AmberPaw dot gmail.com Sorry for the short notice, but we have just learned that President Obama will … [Read more...]
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