Bill Walczak’s true believers are just that. He’s one of the dozen running for mayor of Boston. His supporters (and he) point to his phenomenal, 4-decades-long record of making things happen and even doing the unlikely or seemingly … [Read more...]
Connolly Gentle, Fierce in Boston Mayoral Start
John Connolly can be our t'ai chi candidate. He's running an upbeat, pleasant campaign for mayor of Boston, but has a no-nonsense punch behind the smile and gentle hand. He joined Left Ahead today to describe his platforms and policies. … [Read more...]
Boston Council Prez Talks Power
Ross is a politician but not cowardly or overly slick. Among other ideas, he included:Home rule: A vestige of class warfare that cripples the city. Boston should be able to govern itself. Term limits:Mayor Tom Menino has been fine, … [Read more...]
Alleged Perils of Term Limits
Of course it's bagels to donuts comparing Boston's mayorship with Kennedy's role. Yet, that is a powerful argument that proponents of local term limits need to confront directly.Similarly, at-large Councilor Steve Murphy … [Read more...]
The Globe’s very odd endorsement of Tom Menino
While Menino is overly reliant on some longtime loyalists, his top officials have usually been strong figures. Yes, if by "strong figure" you mean "on a leave of absence until issues surrounding potentially criminal conduct are … [Read more...]
City of Boston posts Kineavy emails online
Think you can find the smoking gun amidst 5,000 of Michael Kineavy's emails? Have at it! … [Read more...]
No Magic in Mayoral Debate
You can't pretend you just missed the face-off (debate-like object). WCVB will have the whole show, minus the breaks, from here.Joining me in the blowhard world are:Dave Bernstein at Talking Politics, with a mini-review saying Menino … [Read more...]
Boston 2009 Primary Election – Complete Summary of the Numbers
Here is my take on the results of the 2009 primary election in Boston. I like to look at them from a neighborhood perspective, not by wards, since almost everyone can identify with a neighborhood name more easily than a ward … [Read more...]
Boston 2009 Primary Election – Complete Summary of the Numbers
Here is my take on the results of the 2009 primary election in Boston. I like to look at them from a neighborhood perspective, not by wards, since almost everyone can identify with a neighborhood name more easily than a ward … [Read more...]
Canvass for Joe O’Brien for Mayor of Worcester this Saturday
Please join me in canvassing for Joe O'Brien, candidate for Mayor of Worcester, this Saturday, September 19th. I have known Joe since I was first elected to the Massachusetts Legislature in 2002. He is a true progressive, and … [Read more...]