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| FRI SEP 3, 2010
FLAHERTY GARNERS UNION ENDORSEMENT
Office and Professional Employees International Union, Local 453 Backs Flaherty for State Senate
CHARLESTOWN: Tim Flaherty, a candidate for the Middlesex, Suffolk, and Essex State Senate seat, today announced that his campaign has received the endorsement of the Office and Professional Employees International Union, Local 453, which represents many MBTA employees.
“During these tough times we need men and women in elective office who are 100 percent behind labor, and behind our union,” said Mark McLaughlin, President and Business Manager of OPEIU/Local 453. “We need to change the tone of Beacon Hill back to the days when politicians were behind the hard working men and women of this Commonwealth. I strongly urge your support for Tim Flaherty, who is seeking to unseat incumbent…
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| TUE AUG 24, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CHARLESTOWN: Dennis Benzan—an attorney and community organizer who ran for State Senate last spring—has endorsed his former opponent Tim Flaherty in the September 14 Democratic Primary election.
"Tim Flaherty will put the people's interests ahead of the special interests,” said Benzan. “Tim will make our communities proud in the State Senate."
“Dennis Benzan ran a thoughtful campaign focused on the issues,” said Flaherty. “I am honored to have his endorsement and very pleased to have his help in reaching out to voters in the coming weeks.”
This is not the first time that Flaherty’s former opponents have backed his candidacy. Paul Nowicki, a former Chelsea City Councilor who ran against Flaherty in 2007, has also endorsed Flaherty. Additionally, former State Senator Jarrett Barrios—who, since leaving…
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| MON AUG 16, 2010
CHARLESTOWN: In a dramatic move, former State Senator Jarrett Barrios—who held the Middlesex, Suffolk and Essex seat from 2003-2007—today endorsed Tim Flaherty in his campaign for the office. This is the first time since leaving office that Barrios has made an endorsement for the seat. He will appear with Flaherty at two events on Thursday, August 19, in Chelsea and Cambridge (4:00-5:00 p.m. at the Bella Tropicale Restaurant, 13 5th Street, Chelsea, and 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the new Flaherty Campaign Cambridge Headquarters, 563 Mass Ave, Cambridge).
"I'm very proud to endorse Tim Flaherty for State Senate,” said Barrios. “Tim is exactly the kind of person you hope will run for public office—thoughtful, straightforward, and dedicated. You always know where he stands. As a former Assistant District…
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VARIOUS FORUMS AND CAMPAIGN STOPS! | SUN AUG 15, 2010
Tim appears with Joe Lynch on Greater Somerville.
Tim with former State Senator Jarrett Barrios at an endorsement event in Chelsea.
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MASSACHUSETTS ELECTION 2010 | SUN APR 18, 2010
Tim Flaherty announced yesterday that he is not going to push for a recount but will run again for the Middlesex Suffolk and Essex seat in September primary:
“Over the past few days, my campaign has been reviewing reports of voting irregularities in Everett. While these reports are concerning, our campaign has decided not to pursue a recount, as it would distract from our goal of winning in September. This race has been a statistical dead heat, with my campaign winning in five out of eight communities, and separated by just over 100 votes out of more than 11,000 cast.”
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | SAT APR 17, 2010
“Over the past few days, my campaign has been reviewing reports of voting irregularities in Everett. While these reports are concerning, our campaign has decided not to pursue a recount, as it would distract from our goal of winning in September. This race has been a statistical dead heat, with my campaign winning in five out of eight communities, and separated by just over 100 votes out of more than 11,000 cast."
“I believe voters should have a clear opportunity to decide, between myself and Sal DiDomenico, who they want to be their state senator. We have different ideas about the role government should play in people’s lives, and I believe this district needs a strong progressive voice. I intend to be a candidate in September and…
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| TUE APR 13, 2010
Statement of Tim Flaherty
For Immediate Release
April 13, 2010
“The unofficial vote tally tonight shows a margin of just over 100 votes separating myself and Sal DiDomenico. This race is simply too close to call. The essence of democracy is that every vote must count. Throughout the day, we’ve seen evidence of voting irregularities in Everett. We are therefore calling for a recount and an investigation into these irregularities. This is a race about ideas—restoring respect for public service, standing up for progressive values, and restarting our economy. Because these issues are so critical, we must make sure the people’s voice is heard and that every vote is counted fairly.”
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BOSTON GLOBE | SUN APR 11, 2010
The state Senate seat formerly held by Anthony Galluccio, which stretches from Saugus to Brighton, contains considerable ethnic and economic diversity. Residents deserve a forceful advocate. In Tuesday’s Democratic primary, the Globe endorses Tim Flaherty, a lawyer and former prosecutor from Cambridge. (There are no Republican candidates for the seat.)
Like his five rivals, Flaherty touts himself as a strong progressive. And like most, he expresses skepticism about some aspects of the state’s successful education reforms. Even so, Flaherty would deal with issues in a more thoughtful way. While supportive of union rights, he is open to at least some measures to help local governments save on employees’ health costs. He supports a destination casino but not racetrack slot machines.
Flaherty also shows an innate political savvy.…
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THE BOSTON GLOBE | THU APR 8, 2010
How to help residents hard-hit by the down economy is a key issue as a crowded field of Democrats vies for their party’s nomination in a special election for state Senate.
The six candidates in next Tuesday’s primary all promise to make the economy a focal point if they are chosen to fill the Middlesex, Suffolk, and Essex seat formerly held by Anthony Galluccio.
“The top three issues in Massachusetts are jobs, jobs, and jobs,’’ said Timothy R. Flaherty, a former Norfolk County assistant district attorney and one of three Cambridge candidates in the race.
With the primary fast approaching, the candidates are stepping up efforts to connect with voters in the district that includes Chelsea and Everett; parts of Cambridge, Revere, Saugus, and Somerville; and the Charlestown…
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CAMBRIDGE CHRONICLE | THU APR 8, 2010
CAMBRIDGE - Next Tuesday, April 13, voters will go to the polls to elect the Democratic nominee for the special May election to fill the state senate seat that was, until this past January, held by Anthony Galluccio.
Elected about two years ago, Galluccio did not have the time necessary to make a clear imprint on the seat and his personal problems served as a major distraction. With no Republican challenger (and a little-known Independent challenger) on the May 11 ballot, Tuesday’s vote will most certainly determine the ultimate victor.
The Galluccio soap opera, of course, was just one of a series of legal, ethical and moral controversies that have disrupted Beacon Hill in recent months and years. It comes — also of course — amid the…
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SOMERVILLE JOURNAL | THU APR 8, 2010
SOMERVILLE - Next Tuesday, April 13, voters will go to the polls to elect the Democratic nominee for the special May election to fill the state senate seat that was, until this past January, held by Anthony Galluccio.
Elected about two years ago, Galluccio did not have the time necessary to make a clear imprint on the seat and his personal problems served as a major distraction. With no Republican challenger (and a little-known Independent challenger) on the May 11 ballot, Tuesday’s vote will most certainly determine the ultimate victor.
The Galluccio soap opera, of course, was just one of a series of legal, ethical and moral controversies that have disrupted Beacon Hill in recent months and years. It comes — also of course — amid the…
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BOSTON PHOENIX | WED APR 7, 2010
Vote Flaherty
Next Tuesday, residents of Allston-Brighton and parts of Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Revere, Saugus, and Somerville will choose their Democratic nominee for the State Senate. That primary winner will be the de facto senator-elect — and the Phoenix believes it should be Tim Flaherty.
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BAY WINDOWS | WED APR 7, 2010
On Tuesday, April 13, Democratic primary voters in the Middlesex, Suffolk and Essex district will select a replacement to former state senator Anthony Galluccio. Since the district -- which includes all or parts of Cambridge, Somerville, Allston-Brighton, Saugus, Revere, Everett, Chelsea and Charlestown -- is overwhelmingly Democratic, the special primary winner will undoubtedly become heir to the seat once held by champions of the LGBT community Jarrett Barrios and Thomas Birmingham.
This district has grown accustomed to fierce advocacy and strong leadership in its representation on Beacon Hill on a number of progressive causes. Its diverse constituency of immigrants, working families, students, and other newcomers demands its senator possess an expert grasp of policy, a passion for advocacy, and raw political talent. For these reasons, the…
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ALLSTON-BRIGHTON TAB | WED APR 7, 2010
Next Tuesday, April 13, voters will go to the polls to elect the Democratic nominee for the special May election to fill the state senate seat that was, until this past January, held by Anthony Galluccio.
Elected about two years ago, Galluccio did not have the time necessary to make a clear imprint on the seat and his personal problems served as a major distraction. With no Republican challenger (and a little-known Independent challenger) on the May 11 ballot, Tuesday’s vote will most certainly determine the ultimate victor.
The Galluccio soap opera, of course, was just one of a series of legal, ethical and moral controversies that have disrupted Beacon Hill in recent months and years. It comes — also of course — amid the biggest budget…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | TUE MAR 30, 2010
EVERETT: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, yesterday pledged action to save Charlestown’s public library. At a community meeting regarding the library—which is threatened with closure—Flaherty issued a formal pledge “to do everything within my power to keep the Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library open.”
Flaherty, whose mother was a part-time librarian, also released the following statement:
“When I am elected as State Senator, I pledge to you that I will work to ensure funding for the Charlestown Branch of the Boston Public Library. I will advocate for Charlestown citizens at City Hall, and will back up my pledge by vowing to speak with the new Chair of the Ways and Means Committee on Beacon Hill to secure an earmark…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON MAR 29, 2010
EVERETT: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, announced today that his campaign has raised over $116,000 since he announced his candidacy in January. Over 473 individual donors contributed to his campaign.
“With only two weeks to go until the April 13th primary, I’m very pleased we’ll have the resources necessary to wage a strategic and large-scale Get Out the Vote effort,” said Flaherty. “We will be knocking on doors, calling voters, and ensuring that we reach out to residents across the district.”
With two fundraisers planned for this week, Flaherty’s campaign will have nearly $60,000 in cash on hand to deploy in the final two weeks of the campaign.
Tim Flaherty served for eight years as a Norfolk County prosecutor. A Cambridge native,…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | FRI MAR 26, 2010
EVERETT: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, announced today that his campaign has been endorsed by the Massachusetts Coalition of Police (MassC.O.P.).
“It is important to have someone with your commitment to the safety of the citizens of the Commonwealth working with police officers,” said Kenneth Scanzio, Legislative Chairman for MassC.O.P.’s Executive Board, in a letter announcing the endorsement. “We look forward to your continued support to police officers and the community in the future.”
For over 30 years, MassC.O.P. has represented police officers in cities and towns across Massachusetts. Flaherty has previously received the endorsements of the Massachusetts Police Association, the International Brotherhood of Police Officers, and the International Brotherhood of Correctional Officers
“As a former Assistant District Attorney, I’m extremely honored…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON MAR 22, 2010
CHELSEA: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, today announced the endorsement of several high-profile Chelsea leaders, including City Council President Leo Robinson, former seven-time City Council President Stan Troisi, and District City Councilors Mike MeKonnen-Tsegaye and Richard Maronski. Flaherty has previously been endorsed by another former Chelsea City Council President, Paul Nowicki.
"I’m supporting Tim because I believe he is the best candidate to fight for the working families of Chelsea,” said City Council President Leo Robinson. “Chelsea needs a State Senator that will work hard on Beacon Hill and Tim’s background as a former Assistant District Attorney makes him the most qualified candidate. I am proud to support Tim.
Added former seven-time City Council President Stan Troisi, “I’m supporting Tim because…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON MAR 22, 2010
CAMBRIDGE: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, today announced the endorsement of Cambridge City Councilor Craig Kelley.
"Tim Flaherty is a smart, thoughtful guy and I think he’ll bring energy and passion to an important office," said Cambridge City Councilor Craig Kelley. "Tim and I share a lot of views about what a government should do, and do well, on behalf of its citizens. Tim knows what the State Senate needs to be focusing on now."
“I’m honored to have Craig Kelley’s support,” said Flaherty. “As a lifelong resident of Cambridge, I am dedicated to this city and share its progressive values. I look forward to working hard at the State House on job creation, reforming mandatory minimums, and standing up for LGBT equality and…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON MAR 22, 2010
ALLSTON-BRIGHTON: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, today announced the endorsement of Boston City Councilor Mark Ciommo.
"I'm supporting Tim Flaherty for State Senate because he has a great respect for public service and will be a tireless advocate for Allston-Brighton,” said Boston City Councilor Mark Ciommo. "His plans for creating jobs are detailed and smart. His support of working people is unparalleled, and he will be an honest and transparent State Senator."
“I’m honored to receive Mark Ciommo’s endorsement,” said Flaherty, a former Assistant District Attorney. “As State Senator, I will partner with him and other leaders to help bring jobs to the neighborhood, and ensure that Harvard is held accountable and doesn’t leave a massive hole in the ground indefinitely. I…
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EVERETT ADVOCATE | WED MAR 17, 2010
By Tim Flaherty
Last week, leaders in the state Legislature announced that aid to cities and towns could be cut by up to 4 percent in the next fiscal year. This was devastating news for cities and towns already struggling to balance their budgets. With so many people unemployed, underemployed, and with businesses struggling to stay afloat, the tax base for these cities has been dramatically reduced.
The colleges and universities in these towns have a dirty little secret, though. While local communities across the Commonwealth are laying off public safety workers and cutting vital services such as homeless veterans shelters in a desperate attempt to balance their budgets, the colleges are not paying a penny in excise taxes for their fleets of vehicles.
Everyone who owns a car across the Commonwealth received their excise tax…
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CHELSEA RECORD | THU MAR 11, 2010
Following Tuesday evening’s debate of the senatorial special election candidates at Chelsea City Hall some things become self-apparent.
First, this is a contest being waged against three main contenders – and of that number, two are locked in the battle more so than the third, who is gaining in recognition.
Attorney Tim Flaherty scored a hit in the debate. He was senatorial in every way. He answered all the questions absolutely with firmness and he was at all times unambiguous about where he stood. He used a every second allotted to him and never went over – and at all times, his answers were clear and unequivocal, informative and well thought out.
Bottom line – he looked and felt like the next senator.
In addition, Flaherty supporters mobbed the…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON MAR 8, 2010
EVERETT: Former Assistant District Attorney Tim Flaherty, a candidate for state senate, announced today his Five Point Jobs Plan in a briefing with supporters in Everett.
“Jobs are a top concern for everyone in this economic climate,” said Flaherty. “Now’s the time for our government to make smart, strategic decisions to spur job creation. I’m proud to be the only candidate in this special election to lay out a comprehensive job growth strategy. My Five Point Jobs Plan will help hard-working Massachusetts families, and I look forward to advocating for it passionately in the state senate.”
Tim Flaherty’s Five Point Jobs Plan lays out the following strategies:
High-tech Manufacturing - Revitalize manufacturing investment by creating a 10% Investment Tax Credit for green energy and high-tech manufacturing
Job Training -…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | FRI MAR 5, 2010
EVERETT: The Committee to Elect Tim Flaherty announced today that the Massachusetts Police Association, representing police officers across the Commonwealth, has endorsed Tim Flaherty’s candidacy for state senate in the April 13th special election.
“Over the years, you have proven yourself to be a strong supporter of police officers and their families,” said Massachusetts Police Association Executive Director James Machado, in a letter to Flaherty announcing the endorsement. “You are willing to take the lead in support of the issues that are affecting us most. As a former prosecutor, you have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to keeping our streets safe. We look forward to working with you in the future as the next State Senator from the Middlesex, Suffolk, and Essex District.”
“I’m extremely proud to have the…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | FRI FEB 26, 2010
EVERETT: The Committee to Elect Tim Flaherty last night hosted a major fundraising event that brought in over $60,000 to the campaign. The event, held in Boston at the Nine Zero Hotel, drew over 200 supporters.
“Winning this election will require hard work, commitment, and the funds necessary to get our message out to voters,” said Flaherty, a former Assistant District Attorney. “Thanks to the hard work and dedication of our supporters, we will have all three. In the coming weeks, I look forward to talking with voters in the district about the issues that matter to them, such as jobs, education, and public safety, and I’m confident we’ll prevail on April 13th.”
In less than one month, Flaherty has raised more than $80,000 for the special…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | TUE FEB 23, 2010
EVERETT: The Committee to Elect Tim Flaherty today announced that four major unions have endorsed Flaherty’s campaign for State Senate in the Middlesex, Suffolk & Essex district, including the National Association of Government Employees (NAGE/SEIU Local 5000), Teamsters Local 82, Teamsters Local 25, and Transport Workers Union of America Local 507.
“Tim Flaherty has the experience, intelligence, and energy to make a fantastic state senator,” said NAGE National President David J. Holway. The National Association of Government Employees (NAGE/SEIU Local 5000) represents over 22,000 Massachusetts public employees working in state government, the Trial Court system, public safety, emergency medical services, and county and municipal government.
“We endorsed Tim Flaherty for State Senate because of his commitment to working families of the Commonwealth,” said Sean M. O’Brien, President…
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WWW.MASSBEACON.COM | FRI FEB 19, 2010
Tim Flaherty, a Democratic candidate for State Senate in the Middlesex, Suffolks, and Essex district (Galluccio’s seat) officially opened his campaign headquarters this week at 459 Broadway, Suite B1, Everett. According to a campaign press release, Flaherty addressed a capacity crowd of nearly 40 supporters at the event.
“I look forward to a spirited campaign over the next two months,” said Flaherty, a former Assistant District Attorney. “Talking to voters in the district, it’s clear that the economy, education, and the safety and security of our communities are major concerns. With the help of a large and engaged volunteer base, we’ll succeed in spreading our message and turning out the votes we need to win on April 13th.”
Flaherty also announced the hiring of an experienced…
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CHELSEA RECORD | WED FEB 3, 2010
The race to fill former Senator Anthony Galluccio’s empty seat is beginning to take shape and form.
Attorney Tim Flaherty, who ran against Galluccio the last time around, showed up at Tito’s when the governor visited Chelsea on Monday morning. Candidate Michael Albano was also there. As was Everett City Councillor and candidate for senate Sal DiDomenico.
From the onset, Flaherty has the look and the feel of an early favorite in the race.
He has that look and feel because his organization got off the ground first, has organized quickly and he is able to raise funds. When the Coast Guard’s decision to allow the Yemen based LNG tankers to come into Boston Harbor was announced Tuesday, he was the first to roundly condemn the action with…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | TUE FEB 2, 2010
BOSTON: Tim Flaherty, a former prosecutor and candidate for the Middlesex, Suffolk & Essex state senate seat, today condemned the Coast Guard’s decision to allow shipments of liquefied national gas (LNG) from Yemen into Boston Harbor. Flaherty said the shipments from Yemen, a country linked to terrorism, represented a security risk for the Greater Boston area.
“It’s a mistake to allow shipments of liquefied natural gas into Boston Harbor from a country linked to terrorism,” said Flaherty. “These tankers can carry as much as 60,000 metric tons of highly-flammable liquid gas and represent a safety and security risk for residents in neighboring communities, including Boston, Revere, Chelsea, Everett, and Winthrop. We must focus on developing renewable energy sources that limit our dependence on fuel from the…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | MON JAN 11, 2010
BOSTON: The Committee to Elect Tim Flaherty today announced that former Chelsea City Council President Paul Nowicki, who ran against Flaherty in the 2007 special election for the Middlesex, Suffolk & Essex state senate seat, has endorsed Flaherty’s candidacy.
“It’s not often that running a political campaign against someone enhances your respect for them, but that’s exactly what happened with Tim Flaherty,” said Nowicki. “During the 2007 campaign, I came to know Tim and was extremely impressed with his knowledge, skills, and character. He’s a person of tremendous integrity, and the best person for the job. Tim’s background as an Assistant District Attorney demonstrates his strong commitment to standing up for regular people and the middle class. He will make public safety a priority, and is…
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THE FLAHERTY COMMITTEE | TUE JAN 13, 2009
BOSTON: Tim Flaherty, a former prosecutor and candidate for the Middlesex, Suffolk & Essex state senate seat, today called for a delay on the proposed shipments of liquefied natural gas (LNG) into Boston Harbor. Flaherty said the shipments from Yemen, a country linked to terrorism, represented a security risk for the Greater Boston area. The tankers can carry as much as 60,000 metric tons of liquid gas.
“We need to stop everything and delay these proposed shipments until the military, the Department of Homeland Security, and federal, state, and local law enforcement are involved in every aspect of a complete security review,” said Flaherty. “I share the deep concerns of Speaker Robert DeLeo and Mayor Tom Menino. Without a top-to-bottom review, these shipments represent an unacceptable…
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