In the name of being absolutely sure that undocumented immigrants cannot collect unemployment benefits, Senator Tisei filed an amendment to require that everybody filing for those benefits "prove" citizenship when they apply by going to an … [Read more...]
Another Baker Campaign Gaffe; Tisei Edition [Updated]
**Update** As commented by akloftus, AP story noting Tisei saying that he is not active in showing houses, he instead spends him time on Beacon Hill. Tisei won the Eastern Middlesex Association Realtor of the Year in 2009. I was able … [Read more...]
Charlie Baker’s memory is starting to worry me
Just a couple of days ago Charlie Baker couldn't remember whether or not he voted for some property tax hikes in his hometown of Swampscott. (Hint: he did.) Now, his memory problem has gotten worse. Check this out (the full … [Read more...]
Charlie Baker does it again
I didn't think he could do it. I didn't think Charlie Baker could outdo the last absurd things he said - you know, the thing about homeless people having to prove residency before getting a bed at a homeless shelter. Or the one … [Read more...]
Another rookie mistake by Charlie Baker
Charlie Baker yesterday: Baker said he thought people who come to the Pine Street Inn for shelter should have to show proof of residency. "I think we should require it for everything," said Baker, a former budget chief under GOP Govs. Bill … [Read more...]
Charlie Baker says homeless should show proof of residency. Uh, what? [updated! :D ]
Verification of lawful presences in the United States shall not be required: For any purpose for which lawful presence in the United States is not required by law, ordinance, or rule; For obtaining health care items and services that are … [Read more...]
Globe confirms Patrick’s position on state jobs; refutes Baker and Cahill
State Treasurer Timothy P. Cahill, a former Democrat running as an independent, issued a statement saying, "We have yet to see costs brought down in state payroll because there have been very few if any reductions in the state workforce,'' … [Read more...]
Charlie Baker stands with the police unions
Patrick offered this common-sense observation: "I take a lot of heat over this . . . but 49 other states seem to be able to get by with a blend of flaggers and police details and that's all we're trying to do." Noting that Bill Weld, … [Read more...]
Bibbidi Flippiti Flop!
Now, I'm not under the impression that this bill is all that damned draconian. At best (or worst, if you're afraid of equal rights for people you don't understand), it makes it clear you can't discriminate against someone who identifies, … [Read more...]
BREAKING: “Middle class” now includes $1.75 million salaries!
Herald reporter Jessica Van Sack gets a truly awesome quote out of Charlie Baker: Baker said, "My kids are gonna have to find their way in the world the same way everybody else's middle-class kids are gonna have to find their way in the … [Read more...]