Some Local Election Thoughts

Election Analysis -- The National Picture

Menino, For The Bad Times

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• ObservingBoston said:

  Can't agree with you more about Connolly. He's a great guy who had a very, very effective first term as City Councillor-Way more effective than those who were MIA due to personal goals. While others campaigned, Connolly listened- He is in a good position if he maintains his hold on Education and Environment to make a great impact in Boston.

  I'd have to put Cabral at the top of the list of candidates. She was EVERYWHERE the Mayor was-it seems like an easy transport of organization but name recognition would be an issue in higher voting percentage areas.

  I think Connolly would be well advised to wait until the 2017 elections to cement his place. He is all over the city and it wouldn't surprise me if he had met a high percentage of the populace by that time.

  Was dissapointed, but not surprised, by Kennealy's performance yesterday. He has A LOT to offer but had the undue fortune of being seen as the 3rd Irish guy on ballot. I wish him luck in the future.

  The most promising part of yesterday's results are that due to the increased knowledge the public has, I believe that those in power from the top down will be more accountable for the work they perform-there is no such thing as a back slapping, smiling politician on the city level. The voters showed they are all about results and effective leadership.

  Thanks for all the great analysis.

  November 4, 2009 10:28 AM

• Alex said:

  Did John Tobin tell the Boston Herald that he was running for Mayor in 2013?  The Herald wrote that he was, but i'm not sure if it was a grammatical error on their part.

  November 4, 2009 11:07 AM

• NewtonGal said:

  To be sure, Deb Shaw is one hot ticket, but look at who she had to work with. What a strong candidate Mayor elect Warren was - he clearly demonstrated his  strong leadership abilities and unprecedented coalition building skills during the campaign; things we know he'll bring to city hall. Congrats to Mr. Warren and especially the citizens of Newton. They made the right choice!

  November 4, 2009 11:35 AM

• ImFoxed said:

  I really disagree that Flaherty could not have done more.  I think he let the race be framed as FOR or AGAINST Menino, especially considering all his endorsements.

  If Flaherty had found his own voice, I think it would have helped his campaign.

  November 4, 2009 11:54 AM

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