The final report of the OPEB commission came out last week. The report maps out $10 to $20 billion in savings.
Author Archives: Will Brownsberger
Summarizing the Conversation through January 15
I’m very grateful to the dozens of people who have offered thoughts in this forum on gun violence. It is clear that at least one, and perhaps, several comprehensive anti-violence packages will be filed and considered in this legislative session. The thoughts expressed in this forum will help guide me through the continuing conversation. I’ve …
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A Bold and Responsible Transportation Plan
The Governor released his transportation plan today. He held the release in a large hall at UMass Boston and it was packed. The level of interest reflects a recognition of the significance of the plan. Secretary of Transportation Richard Davey gave an excellent presentation of the plan and the Governor followed with a strong speech …
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Boston Summer Jobs Program
The Boston Summer Jobs program will be accepting applications starting February 1.
Tell us how to improve this website.
At the start of 2013, we made a number changes to the website. The goals of the changes are (1) to make it easier for people to find what they are looking for; (2) to make it easier for people to give us feedback and raise issues. Let us know how we can do better!
Direct Wine Shipments
Recently, I’ve received a number of emails in the form further below. My reply is yes. I do support direct wine shipment. I don’t see a valid reason to restrain this dimension of trade. It is highly unlikely to be the preferred way for some underage person to get access to alcohol. I have long …