Tag Archives: Jim Braude

Barbara Anderson memorialized

Posted on June 6, 2016 by aronsbarron

Supporters and opponents of the late anti-tax advocate Barbara Anderson gathered Sunday in Randolph to remember her good natured individualism, civic activism, political savvy, professionalism and not insignificant success in lowering the tax burden for the people of Massachusetts. She and … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged anti-tax advocate, Barbara Anderson, citizen activist, Citizens for Limited Taxation, Jim Braude, Prop 2 1/2, tax limit referendum | 4 Comments

Sal DiMasi doesn’t deserve death sentence

Posted on July 21, 2015 by aronsbarron

Former Massachusetts House Speaker Sal DiMasi used his office to enrich himself to the tune of $65,000, securing a state contract for Cognos, which paid him on a monthly basis for his efforts. The third House Speaker in a row … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics, Uncategorized | Tagged compassionate release, Debbie DiMasi, Federal Bureau of Prisons, Former HA House Speaker Sal DiMasi, gay marriage equality, Harvey Silberglate, Jim Braude, Judge Mark Wold, Margery Eagan, Massachusetts health care reform, Obama commutations, Peter Kadzis, Sal DiMasi | 2 Comments

Coakley v. Baker – almost a yawn

Posted on October 22, 2014 by aronsbarron

Tonight’s televised benign if mildly tense debate between Charlie Baker and Martha Coakley was clearly a draw, which may have been the defensive objective of all concerned. Comfortably moderated by WGBH talk show hosts Jim Braude and Margery Eagan, both candidates … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics, Uncategorized | Tagged casino repeal referendum, Charlie Baker, Chris Christie, Fells Acres Day Care conviction, General Catalyst, Gerald Amirault, Jim Braude, MA governors debate, Margery Eagan, Martha Coakley, pay-to-play in New Jersey, Republican Governor's Association | 1 Comment

Eric Cantor’s House of Cards falls

Posted on June 12, 2014 by aronsbarron

I always thought that House Majority Leader Eric Cantor was the brat, the youngish sharp-elbowed, supercilious, conservative Congressman assumed to be John Boehner’s heir apparent as Speaker of the House. Bookish. Dogmatic. So determined was he to be the ideological antidote to … Continue reading →

Posted in Politics | Tagged David Brat, Dream Act, Eric Cantor, Frank Underwood, Heritage Foundation, House Majority Leader, immigration reform, Jim Braude, John Boehner, Tea Party, upset victory, Virginia 7th congressional district | 2 Comments

Choosing a governor: let’s get on with it!

Posted on October 26, 2010 by aronsbarron

“Ground Hog Day” is how Boston University Assistant Professor John Carroll, speaking on Jim Braude’s debate analysis on NECN, described last night’s debate. Helicopter into the debate at any point and you know you’ve been here before. The only slightly … Continue reading →

| Tagged Big Dig memo, Charlie Baker, Deval Patrick, gubernatorial debate, Jeff Jacoby, Jill Stein, Jim Braude, John Carroll, Tim Cahill | Leave a comment

Barney Frank faces a legitimate opponent for only the second time

Posted on October 13, 2010 by aronsbarron

Brookline businessman and Marine major Sean Bielat is the first credible candidate whom three-decade congressman Barney Frank has had to face since defeating Cong. Margaret Heckler in a 1982 redistricting fight. While Frank is likely to win the race for the 4th … Continue reading →

| Tagged Cong. Barney Frank, Dan Bernstein, Fannie Mae Freddie Mac, Henry Paulson, Jim Braude, Newton TAB, Sean Bielat | Leave a comment

Tag Archives: Jim Braude

Barbara Anderson memorialized

Sal DiMasi doesn’t deserve death sentence

Coakley v. Baker – almost a yawn

Eric Cantor’s House of Cards falls

Choosing a governor: let’s get on with it!

Barney Frank faces a legitimate opponent for only the second time

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