This evening I responded to a phone message to participate in some phone-banking for the Patrick-Murray Campaign. I assumed it was from the Lowell for Deval group that I have participated in since last Winter. Instead it turned out to be … [Read more...]
94 cities and towns where Murray boosts Patrick the most
Places where Murray's vote total was larger than Patrick's.(in decending … [Read more...]
How did Murray Win
Was the ballot position, based on the party nomination, a large factor? If so, that certainly has implications for competitive, down ballot races in the future- work your butt off for the party nomination.Did Murray have more of a presence … [Read more...]
Gov. Candidates voting for Murray? Ask CH5’s Janet Wu
Those of you who tuned in to CH 5 news tonight got a glimpse at what the camps of the Gubernatorial campaigns are telling reporters "off the record"...in reporting on Patrick's campaign day and stop at Downtown Crossing, Janet Wu, no novice … [Read more...]
Podcast @ St. Kermit is up
Jim @ St. Kermit has thoroughly (and necessarily) edited the podcast of our super-duper blogger roundtable Friday night, featuring Ryan of Ryan's Take, Steve (sco) of .08 Acres, Mike of Marry in Massachusetts, and yours truly. Now it's … [Read more...]
I’ll take Andrea
All right, I've dithered on this for too long now, and last week's forum with Lieutenant Governor candidates Andrea Silbert and Tim Murray really didn't make the choice clear. But it's decision time. And I'm going with Silbert. This is my … [Read more...]
LG: Who Helps Deval Patrick Most?
Andrea Silbert Pros: I've personally found her most appealing and if the strategic considerations all come out in the wash, I'll probably vote for her. (I voted for her at the convention.) She seems smart and tough, … [Read more...]
Springfield Republican Endorses Tom Reilly & Tim Murray
Once thought to be the clear front-runner, Reilly now finds himself in a close race. We're not surprised. His challengers - Deval L. Patrick and Christopher F. Gabrieli - have much to offer voters. Each is capable and thoughtful. Reilly is … [Read more...]
Trying to decide on the LG race
The primary's getting closer, and I'm still undecided on the lt gov race. I know I'm not voting for Deborah Goldberg, but am still trying to decide between Murray and Silbert. So my latest tactic is to try to outline issues that are most … [Read more...]
Tim Murray’s job creation success and proposal
As a result of Tim's leadership as mayor, Worcester is now the fastestgrowing community in the state. Tim recognizes that government can'tand shouldn't do it all, but a proactive government with experiencedleaders can promote economic … [Read more...]