With hearty thanks to all who participated in my fundraising challenge for Patrick McCabe's state rep campaign, I am delighted to report that I am now maxed out for 2007! I will happily send my $500 to the campaign today.Don't forget … [Read more...]
A fundraising challenge for Patrick McCabe
I attended Tuesday night's organizational kickoff for Patrick McCabe's state rep campaign for the 35th Middlesex (Medford and Malden) district. The turnout was fantastic -- far greater than had been expected. And the excitement … [Read more...]
Keller talks to Rep. Donato tonight
I won't catch it tonight, but maybe I can catch it on the web tomorrow. Anyway, I'm not expecting Donato to announce a great change in the course of the interview -- although that would certainly be welcome. … [Read more...]
72 Hours to ConCon
... and on this day, T-minus three days, we find my rep Paul Donato still leaving the door open -- literally:Few of those who have been targeted would discuss their decision on the record or confirm that they are considering changing their … [Read more...]
My letter to Rep. Donato
He'll get the hard copy tomorrow:Rep. Paul DonatoRoom 185 State House Boston, MA 02133Dear Rep. Donato,Today marks three years of same-sex marriage in Massachusetts. And on June 14, you'll be asked to vote yes or no on a proposed … [Read more...]
Find your earmarks!
sco points us to the porkfest/"necessary expenditures" of the earmarks list. Hey, it's not so hard to navigate. Look up your state rep's earmarks, and tell us if there are any real doozies.Here are a few from my rep, Paul Donato:MR. DONATO … [Read more...]
An excellent letter to Rep. Donato
A reader who lives in Malden passed along an excellent letter he sent to his state representative, Hall of Shame member Paul Donato (D-Medford), and gave me permission to publish it. Here it is.January 3, 2007Hon. Paul J. DonatoRoom … [Read more...]