Here's the verdict!From Boston.comBOSTON --Chris Gabrieli, widely speculated as Democratic gubernatorial candidate Tom Reilly's running mate this fall, announced Sunday that we would not run for lieutenant governor.Article Tools"I have … [Read more...]

Looks like it's official folks.  Reilly is going to pick Gabrielli in a decision clearly made because Gabrielli's wealth.  Maybe Reilly knows what he's doing but I think the Dems need fresh faces, new energy to win in 2006 and … [Read more...]

My understanding is that Mike Festa has been endorsed by Representative Anne Paulsen [this is apparently true -David], one of the most progressive legislators in Massachusetts.  I am wondering why the Belmont Town Committee would only … [Read more...]

First, there's nothing better than setting your alarm clock on a Sunday morning to check out "This Week" with George Stephanopolous and have the guests be Senators Obama and Hagel.  Both parties would be MUCH better served (as would … [Read more...]

The national Democracy for America group is holding an online vote to determine whether or not to endorse a candidate in theMassachusetts Governor's race. If you have thoughts about this race, please be sure to … [Read more...]

Wanted:  Man or woman, child, chimpanzee capable of matching a name associated with a news story with a data base of pictures of men or women in elective office.  No prior experience needed, clearly NO knowledge of politics or its … [Read more...]

As some have asked on this blog, what is the up side for Reilly in picking Chris Gabrieli?  Aside from money, which he has plenty of and can get access to, the answer is: not much.  What are the downsides?  Well, aside from … [Read more...]

I admittedly know little about Capuano but have to say that this first impression is not a very good one.  I find myself asking how would I react if this guy was a Republican?  I would react by calling him corrupt and part of the … [Read more...]

Let's talk executive experience via the following link.  The referenced lawyer worked for Mike Festa.www.mass.gov/obcbbo/bd03-068.htmFesta once worked for F. Lee Bailey.  Like this other guy, Bailey is disbarred.Any more tales of … [Read more...]

As of today, I believe that Tim Murray has been endorsed by 7 State Senators and 25 Representatives on Beacon Hill. These leaders represent several cities and towns in MA from Eastern, Central and Western MA. It is clear to me that Mayor … [Read more...]