Hi, Will. I am in full favor of supporting the bill. I worked in Lawrence for eight years and have a strong attachment to the place. I agree that unusually feckless government is not the problem. Lawrence has struggled hard since the bust of the mill town days and deserves a chance to pull itself …
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Lawrence Bill
These are extraordinary times and a troubled community like Lawrence can not be allowed to slip through the cracks. To do so would levy a heavier debt for society in the long run. Its municipal problems have huge consequences adding to the social problems for its residents. If this bill is a stop-gap that will buy …
Lawrence — non-bail-out bill
Tomorrow, I will be asked to vote on a proposal to assist the City of Lawrence. As of now, I am planning to vote for the bill, but I am still listening — it is a close call. Your thoughts are appreciated.
Safer Alternatives Bill
Someone from Clean Water Action came to my house last night asking for signatures and donations. I am aware that you have now given your support to this bill and I gave them my support. I did wonder, though, if you have any reservations about it.
Wellington Language Issue Resolved
On Tuesday, the Governor signed into law a bill eliminating any question about the exemption from Proposition 2.5 of the Wellington School bond issue. I am extremely grateful to the Governor, to my colleagues in the House, and to Senator Tolman and his colleagues in the Senate for moving the bill through so quickly.
What is your position on HB1785?
Greetings – I have resided in Belmont since 1982 and lived here also in 1972-1973. I believe the Massachusetts alimony practice is very unfair. I hope you support HB 1785 – is that so? If you have not already, please read the recent WSJ and Metrowest articles (and comments) which describe the issues. I look …