If you count in quasi-independent agencies, like the University of Massachusetts and MassPORT, there are many thousands more.Governor Romney spent the last two years of his term running for president -- abandoning his responsibilities to us … [Read more...]
Governor Patrick, Please Oppose Casino Gambling
Another immediate cost of casino gambling is the potential growth of gambling addiction. If it is true, as Rep. Dan Bosley wrote in May, that most casino customers come from within a 50 mile radius, then casinos in Middleborough and … [Read more...]
Thoughts on Governor Patrick’s proposal on community college tuition?
Greetings from MassINC! We think that BMG regulars might be interested in a special online forum we've just launched regarding the Governor's proposal for free community college tuition. It's under the auspices of our publication … [Read more...]
Gov. Deval Patrick Backs Down From Supporting GLBT Youth
I've just returned from vacation and am catching up on all the local news I've missed over the past 8 days. I just read about Governor Deval Patrick's schedule change in regards to appearing and speaking at the GLBT Youth Pride Day in … [Read more...]
Marry in Mass.: It’s not just about the site
Mike @ Marry in Massachusetts gives a funny and thoughtful rundown of yesterday's Tom n' Deval Show. Give it a read.Mike also points out that the Civic Engagement Tour continues throughout the state: * March 27, Worcester * … [Read more...]
Judicial Nominating Commission filled – Gov. Patrick makes 18 appointments
[Interesting cross section of the legal community here - ]For the whole story: http://www.masslawye...Yesterday, Gov. Deval L. Patrick filled the remaining 18 vacancies on his Judicial Nominating Commission. The new JNC appointees … [Read more...]
Optimism!
Ok, so we're taking on DiMasi today, and we're looking at new Senate Prez Terry Murray with something of a jaundiced eye ... but progressives have good reason to be quite optimistic about several things. As the Globe points out again today, … [Read more...]
The Budget Process viewed like a ball game
Remember, it is not over, until it is over. Also, no one knows yet whether Governor Patrick has the votes to block veto over rides, or whether he can garner sufficient voting blocks to protect any veto he does do.House One does set … [Read more...]
DOE Defense Of Earmarks
The Federalist announcedLegislative earmarks have grown. While some represent legitimate efforts, many have resulted in an ineffective distribution of government resources.So, pork barrel, quid pro quo, bringing home the bacon = Legislative … [Read more...]
The Grudge Report
Brian McGrory begins today's column reporting in Gov. Patrick's fine work addressing the awful raid in New Bedford. Instead of continuing to focus on the raid, after a few short paragraphs, McGrory launches into this screed"Where has … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 9
- 10
- 11
- 12
- 13
- …
- 70
- Next Page »