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The United Battleground States of America?

June 1, 2010 By pamwilmot 36 Comments

Here in Massachusetts, a poll taken just last week showed 72% support among likely voters -- 86% among registered Democrats, 68% among unenrolleds, and 54% among Republicans. Although Natioanl Popular Vote doesn't necessarily help one party … [Read more...]

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The United Battleground States of America?

June 1, 2010 By pamwilmot Leave a Comment

The United Battleground States of America? National Popular Vote, H. 4156, is being debated in the Massachusets House of Representatives tomorrow, Wednesday (in fact, it may well be today when you read this).  National Popular Vote is … [Read more...]

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The Honorable Corinne Wingard on AP wire story!

January 23, 2009 By michael-forbes-wilcox 1 Comment

I've posted a picture, some links, and an AP story that has gained national exposure (just do a web search to see all the places it has appeared) for our very own Elector, The Honorable Corinne Wingard. btw, SENATOR GILLIBRAND! -- a very … [Read more...]

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Some Happy Memories of a Wonderful Year that Ended in Hope

December 24, 2008 By michael-forbes-wilcox 2 Comments

I had the privilege and the pleasure of witnessing my first-ever Electoral College ritual. Our very own Elector, The Honorable Corinne Wingard (with whom I had served as co-coordinator for the Obama campaign in Western Mass), invited a … [Read more...]

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Here’s one group that should be disenfranchised.

December 12, 2008 By akingsley 29 Comments

Barack Obama isn't president-elect-at least not until Monday.  On Monday, 538 officials you've probably never heard of will gather at state houses across the country and cast the only ballots that really count in the presidential … [Read more...]

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Smile while you GOTV! It’s already gettin’ out

October 31, 2008 By medfieldbluebob Leave a Comment

The details: McCain's Mountain of a Problem Our model does not make any specific adjustments for early voting, but it is presenting a major problem for John McCain in three states in the Mountain West region, where Barack Obama has a huge … [Read more...]

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A 50 State Campaign?

June 11, 2008 By ro 25 Comments

Obama won't run a true "50 state campaign," no matter what this email says. While new battlegrounds like Virginia may be explored, and there may be some token activity in safe states, nearly all resources will be poured into the usual … [Read more...]

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The National Popular Vote bill in Massachusetts

December 6, 2007 By jackcushman 19 Comments

Ever since I sat in on the legislative hearing for H678, "the agreement among states to elect the President by national popular vote," I've been a cheerleader for the National Popular Vote. "Disclose conflicts of … [Read more...]

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Massachusetts on the way to give its full meaning to the Presidential Election

April 30, 2007 By pierre Leave a Comment

Last week, Hawaii Governor vetoed the National Popular Vote   bill. This happened after the two houses decided to pass it, supporting the movement for the popular election of the President. Yet,   the battle is not lost , since … [Read more...]

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National Popular Vote bill means a 50-state campaign for President

February 24, 2007 By birchbayh 25 Comments

We need a 50-state campaign for President of the United States.Shortly after the 2004 elections, Chris Bowers of the progressive blog MyDD wrote an optimistic post titled "Fifty State Strategy." In the piece, he expressed relief that in … [Read more...]

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Honored to be guest speaker at @MarianRyanDA Opioid Task Force alongside @TheNANProject ED Jake Cavanaugh & peer mentor John Oxenford. Pleased to provide a legislative update & share efforts to support mental well-being among youth & adults. #MAPoli

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.@WSJopinion:"There’s no doubt that a racist subculture exists in America and is spread on social media. Politicians and media figures have an obligation to condemn it and such conspiratorial notions as 'white replacement theory.'" #BuffaloTerrorist

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'A racist subculture exists in America': WSJ slams politicians pushing 'white replacement theory' https://www.msn.com/en-us/news/us/a-racist-subculture-exists-in-america-wsj-slams-politicians-pushing-white-replacement-theory/ar-AAXkQQS?ocid=msedgdhp&pc=U531&cvid=f828b7ce3274492db9f3a2efb1844a14 #mapoli #vtpoli #nhpolitics #mepolitics @lawrence

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“We have some commitments” from delegates, @chrisforma says on @bloombergbaybiz. “But a lot of them, you know, show up at the convention and vote how they feel.” Adds that “even today I'm calling up to the last minute.” #mapoli

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Inbox: The second round of $500 payments to essential workers from the Baker administration will roll out in June. #mapoli

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Happening now in the House gallery (but no photos allowed): 13-month-old twins squealing. #mapoli

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Massachusetts needs to harness the drive and curiosity of its students and expose them to STEM careers early, but we can’t do it unless companies are willing to hire interns, write @MassLtGov Karyn Polito and @MassEducation Sec. James Peyser. #mapoli https://trib.al/L5S4j5v

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