The state’s new “Open Checkbook” website is a big step forward.
Summary of House Session
While I voted against the gambling bill, I think that we got a number of other good things done in this session. The biggest may be the redistricting plan which has been widely praised for the increase it creates in the number of districts from which minority candidates may potentially be elected.
Just Say No to Black Thursday
Here it is Black Friday, the malls have been mobbed since midnight, and retailers are saying they want to be allowed to open on Thanksgiving Day too. They argue that consumers should have the choice to shop on Thanksgiving, which state law now prohibits. Rep. Colleen Garry has in fact filed legislation (House Bill 00989; …
One Tough Vote
I took a tough vote last night that many might, at first glance, disagree with. I write to explain my vote.
A productive day at the state house
The day before the final day of the 2011 session the House completed work on a number of good bills:
Cambridge Redistricting Issue
I’d appreciate input on a Cambridge redistricting issue that has arisen.