CRITICAL MASS: ADAM REILLY ON POLITICS
Analysis: Mass. Dems Tweak Romney On Healthcare, But Will It Backfire?
By Adam Reilly
Massachusetts Democrats are doing everything they can to tie the healthcare albatross around Mitt Romney’s neck, as the former governor takes steps toward a 2012 presidential run.
Massachusetts Democrats are doing everything they can to tie the healthcare albatross around Mitt Romney’s neck, as the former governor takes steps toward a 2012 presidential run.
Local Politics
Gov. Patrick Opens His Second Term
By Jess Bidgood
It's official: With the completion of his inauguration ceremony, Gov. Deval Patrick's second term has begun. Patrick's inaugural speech touted the successes of his first administration and called on the state to approach its economic challenges with a mixture of optimism and a willingness to make difficult choices.
It's official: With the completion of his inauguration ceremony, Gov. Deval Patrick's second term has begun. Patrick's inaugural speech touted the successes of his first administration and called on the state to approach its economic challenges with a mixture of optimism and a willingness to make difficult choices.
Local Politics
Intriguing, Intense Race Gives Patrick Second Term
By Phillip Martin
WGBH's senior reporter Phillip Martin took a look at some of the highlights of the 2010 gubernatorial contest that produced last night’s results.
WGBH's senior reporter Phillip Martin took a look at some of the highlights of the 2010 gubernatorial contest that produced last night’s results.
Mass Decision 2010
2012: Economy, GOP Set Tone Of Presidential Race
By Alan Greenblatt
Washington's new balance of power may lead to either conflict or compromise. How Obama and the GOP get along may decide the next election -- if the economy doesn't do it for them.
Washington's new balance of power may lead to either conflict or compromise. How Obama and the GOP get along may decide the next election -- if the economy doesn't do it for them.
Mass Decision 2010
As U.S. House Goes Red, Mass. Glows Blue
By Sarah Birnbaum
Democrats in the Bay State won all of Tuesday night's statewide races, bucking a national turn towards the GOP that put the U.S. House of Representatives under Republican control.
Democrats in the Bay State won all of Tuesday night's statewide races, bucking a national turn towards the GOP that put the U.S. House of Representatives under Republican control.
Mass Decision 2010
Cahill Wraps Up Beleaguered Run For Office
By Andrea Smardon
State treasurer and independent candidate for governor Timothy Cahill came in a distant third in poll results on Tuesday's election night, getting just 8 percent of the vote.
State treasurer and independent candidate for governor Timothy Cahill came in a distant third in poll results on Tuesday's election night, getting just 8 percent of the vote.
Mass Decision 2010
Patrick Wins Second Term
By Sarah Birnbaum
Gov. Deval Patrick won a second term Tuesday night, beating back voter frustration over the economy and a resurgent Republican party.
Gov. Deval Patrick won a second term Tuesday night, beating back voter frustration over the economy and a resurgent Republican party.
Mass Decision 2010
Keating Defeats Perry With Safe Margin
By Sean Corcoran
In the closely-watched 10th Congressional District race to replace retiring Congressman Bill Delahunt, Norfolk County District Attorney Bill Keating held off a strong showing by Republican Jeff Perry of Cape Cod Tuesday night in a contest that was expected to come down to the wire.
In the closely-watched 10th Congressional District race to replace retiring Congressman Bill Delahunt, Norfolk County District Attorney Bill Keating held off a strong showing by Republican Jeff Perry of Cape Cod Tuesday night in a contest that was expected to come down to the wire.
Mass Decision 2010
Mass Decision 2010: The Results
By WGBH Newsroom
See the full results of the 2010 statewide elections.
See the full results of the 2010 statewide elections.
Election Night 2010
Sounds Of Election Night
Mass Decision 2010
WGBH Election Center
By WGBH News
See full election results and view the transcript of WGBH's live Web chat on the night's results.
See full election results and view the transcript of WGBH's live Web chat on the night's results.
Mass Decision 2010
Historically High Turnout As Voters Consider Tight Races
By Jess Bidgood
This Election Day, Massachusetts' voters are on track to show historically high turnout. A roundup of the day so far from WGBH hosts and reporters.
This Election Day, Massachusetts' voters are on track to show historically high turnout. A roundup of the day so far from WGBH hosts and reporters.
Mass Decision 2010
Record-High Turnout Expected On Election Day
By Sarah Birnbaum
Massachusetts officials are expecting more voters to turn out on Tuesday's Election Day than in any other gubernatorial election in the past 20 years.
Massachusetts officials are expecting more voters to turn out on Tuesday's Election Day than in any other gubernatorial election in the past 20 years.
Mass Decision 2010
Ten Voting Tips For Election Day
By MassVOTE
Alright, okay, you get the message. You're going to go vote. But before you head out, make sure you're on top of some crucial information. MassVOTE has the following tips to make Election Day go as smoothly for you as possible.
Alright, okay, you get the message. You're going to go vote. But before you head out, make sure you're on top of some crucial information. MassVOTE has the following tips to make Election Day go as smoothly for you as possible.
Mass Decision 2010
State Pension, Red Sox Plates At Issue In Treasurer's Race
By Sarah Birnbaum
Democrat Steve Grossman and Republican Karyn Polito are taking aim at each other's fiscal policies -- and baseball preference -- as they close up their contest to be state Treasurer.
Democrat Steve Grossman and Republican Karyn Polito are taking aim at each other's fiscal policies -- and baseball preference -- as they close up their contest to be state Treasurer.
Mass Decision 2010
With Question 2, Affordable Housing Funds On The Line
By Andrea Smardon
On Nov. 2, Massachusetts voters will consider Question 2, which would repeal a law designed to increase the supply of affordable housing in Massachusetts.
On Nov. 2, Massachusetts voters will consider Question 2, which would repeal a law designed to increase the supply of affordable housing in Massachusetts.
MASS DECISION 2010
Campaign Snapshot: The Auditor's Race
By Sarah Birnbaum
The race for Governor has been getting all of the attention this election season, but next week, Massachusetts voters will also choose the new auditor – the state’s fiscal watchdog whose job includes rooting out fraud in government programs like Medicaid, housing and welfare. MORE MASS DECISION 2010
The race for Governor has been getting all of the attention this election season, but next week, Massachusetts voters will also choose the new auditor – the state’s fiscal watchdog whose job includes rooting out fraud in government programs like Medicaid, housing and welfare. MORE MASS DECISION 2010
Mass Decision 2010
Gubernatorial Candidates Meet For Final Debate
By Sarah Birnbaum
With just one week to go before elections, the gubernatorial candidates put forth their well-honed campaign messages one last time during their final televised debate on Monday night.
With just one week to go before elections, the gubernatorial candidates put forth their well-honed campaign messages one last time during their final televised debate on Monday night.
MASS DECISION 2010
The Final Governor's Debate: Watch And Chat Monday At 7 p.m.
Stream the last major gubernatorial debate before Election Day -- and join a live Web chat about the debate with leading journalists and political analysts.
Mass Decision 2010
Strip-Search Victim Speaks Out Against Perry
By Jess Bidgood
The woman strip-searched by a policeman while Jeff Perry was on site is criticizing the GOP Congressional candidate.
The woman strip-searched by a policeman while Jeff Perry was on site is criticizing the GOP Congressional candidate.
MASS DECISION 2010
Obama, Patrick: Parallel Campaigns, Divergent Numbers
By Sarah Birnbaum
President Barack Obama and Gov. Deval Patrick have long been close friends and political allies. But a WGBH poll of the 10th Congressional District shows some voters view the two very differently.
President Barack Obama and Gov. Deval Patrick have long been close friends and political allies. But a WGBH poll of the 10th Congressional District shows some voters view the two very differently.
MASS DECISION 2010
In Boston, Obama Rallies Party Faithful
By Sarah Birnbaum
As Gov. Deval Patrick heads into the final stretch of campaign season, he got some help from an old friend – President Barack Obama. The President was in Boston this weekend to fire up the Democratic base and to get out the vote for Governor Patrick in what promises to be a very tight gubernatorial race.
As Gov. Deval Patrick heads into the final stretch of campaign season, he got some help from an old friend – President Barack Obama. The President was in Boston this weekend to fire up the Democratic base and to get out the vote for Governor Patrick in what promises to be a very tight gubernatorial race.
MASS DECISION 2010
WGBH 10th District Poll: Full Results
By WGBH News
See the full results and cross-tabulations from WGBH's 10th District poll. HOW THE NUMBERS BREAK DOWN
IN THE 10TH DISTRICT, A DEAD HEAT
See the full results and cross-tabulations from WGBH's 10th District poll. HOW THE NUMBERS BREAK DOWN
IN THE 10TH DISTRICT, A DEAD HEAT
MASS DECISION 2010
WGBH Poll Shows Dead Heat In 10th District
By Sean Corcoran
The race for the 10th Congressional District is wide open, according to a poll released Monday by WGBH and the MassINC. Polling Group.
The race for the 10th Congressional District is wide open, according to a poll released Monday by WGBH and the MassINC. Polling Group.
MASS DECISION 2010
Polling The 10th: How The Numbers Break Down
By Jess Bidgood
Just over two weeks before Election Day, an exclusive WGBH poll of the 10th Congressional District shows a dead heat between Democratic candidate Bill Keating and Republican Candidate Jeff Perry. See how the numbers break down. WGBH POLL SHOWS DEAD HEAT IN 10TH DISTRICT
FULL POLL RESULTS
Just over two weeks before Election Day, an exclusive WGBH poll of the 10th Congressional District shows a dead heat between Democratic candidate Bill Keating and Republican Candidate Jeff Perry. See how the numbers break down. WGBH POLL SHOWS DEAD HEAT IN 10TH DISTRICT
FULL POLL RESULTS
Critical Mass: Adam Reilly On Politics
Cahill Confounds After Drama-Free Debate
Cahill doesn't want to keep talking about Loscocco-gate. But until he can offer some clearer explanations, he won't have a choice.
MASS DECISION 2010
Frank, Bielat Clash Over Foreclosure Crisis
By Sarah Birnbaum
Rep. Barney Frank faces a serious re-election challenge from the GOP's Sean Bielat. The two faced off Thursday night in a debate on WGBH's Greater Boston.
Rep. Barney Frank faces a serious re-election challenge from the GOP's Sean Bielat. The two faced off Thursday night in a debate on WGBH's Greater Boston.
CRITICAL MASS: ADAM REILLY ON POLITICS
The Shifting Sands Of Loscocco-Gate
By Adam Reilly
Emails released Wednesday by ex-aides to Tim Cahill suggest the independent candidate for governor may have misused his office as state treasurer to help his campaign. It's the latest twist in a series of events catalyzed by the defection of his running mate, Paul Loscocco.
Emails released Wednesday by ex-aides to Tim Cahill suggest the independent candidate for governor may have misused his office as state treasurer to help his campaign. It's the latest twist in a series of events catalyzed by the defection of his running mate, Paul Loscocco.
MASS DECISION 2010
Loscocco Accuses Cahill Of Coordinating With Patrick
By WGBH News
The former running mate of independent gubernatorial candidate Tim Cahill is accusing the Cahill campaign of coordinating with the Patrick campaign.
The former running mate of independent gubernatorial candidate Tim Cahill is accusing the Cahill campaign of coordinating with the Patrick campaign.
MASS DECISION 2010
Cahill Suit Alleges Political Sabotage
By Jess Bidgood
Independent gubernatorial candidate Tim Cahill on Thursday filed a lawsuit against his former top operatives, alleging they conspired with Republicans to topple his campaign.
Independent gubernatorial candidate Tim Cahill on Thursday filed a lawsuit against his former top operatives, alleging they conspired with Republicans to topple his campaign.
Mass Decision 2010
Wife Of Rep. Tierney Pleads Guilty To Tax Charges
By Jess Bidgood
The wife of Rep. John Tierney, who is up for re-election next month, pled guilty Wednesday to federal charges of helping her brother conceal income from an illegal offshore gambling business.
The wife of Rep. John Tierney, who is up for re-election next month, pled guilty Wednesday to federal charges of helping her brother conceal income from an illegal offshore gambling business.
CRITICAL MASS: ADAM REILLY ON POLITICS
'Young Gun' Golnik Agrees With Dems... Sometimes
By Adam Reilly
Greater Boston's Adam Reilly sits down with 5th Congressional District GOP candidate Jon Golnik.
Critical Mass: Adam Reilly On Politics
Analysis: Cahill Will Push On
By Adam Reilly
After Tim Cahill's Independent-ticket running mate Paul Loscocco dropped out of the governor's race on Friday, things were looking bleak for Cahill. But he's staying in the race -- and brings a unique persepective with him.
MASS DECISION 2010
After Stunning Betrayal, Cahill Moves Ahead
By Sarah Birnbaum
After a rough couple of weeks in his gubernatorial campaign, independent candidate for governor Tim Cahill is pushing forth to election day with a rejiggered campaign strategy.
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