Rumblings In Massachusetts

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Last night I attended a meeting of the Northborough Tea Party.  The purpose of the meeting was to bring together all the candidates who had participated in the recent Republican primary in a show of unity.  The meeting was held at the Northborough Library.  The room was packed, standing room only, and the crowd stayed after the meeting to talk with the candidates.

I live in Norfolk County, so many of the candidates were not in my district.  However, I was truly impressed with the qualifications and energy level of all the candidates who spoke.  There were four statewide candidates who spoke; they were well qualified and had good ideas for Massachusetts.

I have written before about Jim McKenna's successful write-in campaign to run against incumbent Martha Coakley for Massachusetts Attorney General.   Last night Jim reported that at last count, his write-in campaign had more than 25,000 votes.   It is unusual in this state for a write-in candidate to even reach the threshold of 10,000 votes to qualify to be on the ballot.  His vote count shows that he has the ability to organize and get things done.  His platform was simple--enforce the laws regarding illegal immigrants, and deal with the corruption that has invaded Beacon Hill.  He is an energetic candidate who will bring positive change to Massachusetts.

Bill Campbell is the Republican candidate for Massachusetts Secretary of State.   He stated his plans to protect our election process.  He opposes Election Day Registration--the risk of fraud is too great and the cost to the Commonwealth is too high.  He supports changes that will ensure military ballots are counted.   He also supports voters having to show identification when they vote.  In Massachusetts you can't buy a pack of cigarettes without showing identification--voting is much more important.

Mary Z. Connaughton is running for State Auditor.   She is a CPA and an auditor and is extremely qualified for the position.  Her platform included enhancing communication and government transparency through technology and the Internet.  If she is elected, she will audit the spending by the legislature, something that is not currently done.  She has the experience and the knowledge to bring positive change to Massachusetts.

Karyn Polito is the Republican candidate for State Treasurer.   Her platform included making changes in the state pension plans from this point forward.   The changes she proposed would save the State money and cut down on future unfunded liabilities.  Karyn has served as a state lawmaker and has a record of fighting tax increases and wasteful spending.  She would definitely be a force for fiscal sanity if she is elected.

It is exciting that the Republicans in Massachusetts have produced such an impressive group of candidates.  If you live in Massachusetts and truly want positive change, these are the people who deserve your vote.

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