Introduce a 1-sentence bill, as was done on Alberto Gonzales leading to his departure, reading: "Resolved, That the Committee on the Judiciary shall investigate fully whether sufficient grounds exist for the House of Representatives to … [Read more...]
Massachusetts League of Environmental Voters Endorses Capuano
"I am honored to receive the endorsement of the Massachusetts League of Environmental Voters. Preserving our environment has always been a priority for me. As Mayor, I cleaned up brownfields, expanded open space, planted thousands of trees, … [Read more...]
The Final Stretch Before the Primary
As a Mother of three grown sons who have survived and thrived growing up in a politically active family, I'm proud to cross post this very charming father son story from the campaign trail written by Joe Capuano. I tried to find a … [Read more...]
Note from Mike Capuano
Hi BMG, Mike asked me to get you guys an update about the questions being asked on his post. He is currently on an "Open Mike" Tele-Town Hall with voters around the state - some of you might be on the call. Thanks for taking the time read … [Read more...]
{UPDATED} Our Best Chance for Health Care Reform in a Generation
I understand that some may be confused after reading recent media reports on health care reform. I want to set the record straight and there is no better way of doing that than by communicating directly with you. In short, I voted for … [Read more...]
Open Mike Event at Suffolk University
Today at 3pm at Suffolk University Congressman Michael Capuano will be hosting an Open Mike Event sponsored by the Suffolk University College Democrats. State Representative Aaron Michlewitz will be introducing our next Senator Mike … [Read more...]
Scott Brown’s Misguided Response to Mike Capuano’s MTA Endorsement
As our next U.S. Senator, Mike Capuano will fight to: 1) Provide more funding for our schools 2) Roll back the failed policies of No Child Left Behind 3) Allocate adequate funding to higher education grant programs to increase … [Read more...]
Change?
For the past quarter century, our US Senators have been Kennedy, Kerry, and Kirk. Soon, we will elect a new Senator, and it seems likely to be Capuano, Coakley, or Khazei. We might elect another K, or we might risk a new letter: … [Read more...]
IRV Senate Poll
Various good-government types are circulating a petition to establish Instant-Runoff Voting (IRV) in Massachusetts elections. In IRV, voters rank all candidates and their vote is cast for their highest-preferred candidate among those … [Read more...]
MA Stands Out In Defense Bill Vote
I follow the voting records of our Congressional delegation, roll call by roll call, looking for the anomalies. Often, we have votes on mostly partisan lines, with all or most of the Massachusetts delegation voting with the … [Read more...]