Friday, March 29, 2013
What state office could lure Finegold give up his job as a state senator?
State Sen. Barry Finegold, D-Andover, confirmed this week that he is seriously considering a run for State Treasurer in 2014. "It's something I'm taking a serious look at," said Finegold. "I'm listening to people and taking a hard look at it. But the 2014 election is still a long way away. Right now I'm concentrating on my job as a state senator." Finegold, 42, was elected to the State Senate from the 2nd Middlesex-Esssex District (Andover, Tewksbury, Dracut, Lawrence) in 2010 and was re-elected in November 2012, defeating Paul Adams. Prior to that he had served seven terms as a state representative. Finegold is presently chair of the Joint Committee on Election Laws and vice chair of the Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities …
Monday, November 12, 2012
Senator says no one will work harder than him on Beacon Hill.
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Monday, November 12, 2012
To the voters of Tewksbury: I’d like to thank you for the outpouring of support you showed on Election Day. I am so humbled by your confidence in my abilities as your State Senator and I am honored to be able to serve another two years. No one will work harder than me to make sure Tewksbury’s needs are heard on Beacon Hill. A special thank you to the many volunteers who braved the cold, and to the town clerk and poll workers who made the day go so smoothly. Barry Finegold State Senator
Sunday, November 4, 2012
Dick says Finegold has been a good friend to the Tewksbury community.
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Sunday, November 4, 2012
To the Editor: I am writing in support of Senator Barry Finegold who is currently seeking re-election for State Senator for the 2nd Essex and Middlesex District. Senator Finegold has been a great friend to the Tewksbury community. He is a strong proponent for our schools, education and small businesses. Senator Finegold supported the new high school project in town, and helped to secure funding from the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), which ultimately funded 60% of the project. He also led the mission to pass legislation to end abuses and mismanagement of the Special Education Collaborative. This resulted in requiring the executive director of the collaborative to work more closely with the Tewksbury School Committee …
Tewksbury Selectman says finegold has been a good friend to the community.
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Sunday, November 4, 2012
To the Editor: I am writing this letter in support of State Senator Barry Finegold. Senator Barry Finegold has been a great friend to the Tewksbury Community. When I need answers or support on issues going on in Tewksbury, Senator Finegold is always the first call I make. He always responds quickly and provides detailed, honest answers. It is refreshing to work with someone like Senator Finegold as he always provides straight answers even during difficult situations. As a Selectman in town it is nice to calling your Senator and knowing you will get great support. This direct, honest approach to his job was evident during the debate between Senator Finegold and his opponent. Senator Finegold provided detailed answers, was up-to-…
Saturday, November 3, 2012
Reader says he can't afford another two years of Barry Finegold.
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Saturday, November 3, 2012
Dear Tewksbury Neighbors: Please join me in voting for Paul Adams for State Senator. Paul is one of six members in the Massachusetts Legislature to receive a 100% rating from the Citizens for Limited Taxation. Paul has fought, as our State Representative, and will continue to fight as our State Senator, to lower the sales tax to 5%, reduce the corporate income tax (MA is currently one of the highest in the nation), and fight welfare and subsidy abuses. Our current Senator, Barry Finegold voted to increase sales tax 25%, and the liquor tax, which sent shoppers to NH. Barry was on board to raise the Tewksbury property tax that you overwhelming defeated in April 2012. As a state representative Barry supported free tuition for illegal …
Monday, October 29, 2012
Reader says senator was responsive to the needs of a constituent.
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Monday, October 29, 2012
To The Editor: When I ran into a mess of bureaucracy while trying to re- register for my nursing boards, I had no other choice and desperately needed help, so I contacted my State Senator, Barry Finegold. He and his staff were respectful, knowledgeable and responsive to all of my questions and concerns and took a common sense approach to help solve my problem. Barry himself went above and beyond to cut the red tape in which he cleared up my case with the Massachusetts Board of Registered Nurses in a few short days. As a busy mother, I don't have time to be on the phone with dozens of people to figure out a simple issue. Barry Finegold exemplified that he wants and does stand up for his constituents' needs. I've found that no person's …
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Polimeno says Finefold is a strong supporter of education.
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Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Dear Editor, I am writing in support of State Senator Barry Finegold's candidacy for State Senate. As a local official and a mother of of three school aged children, I have a vested interest in the upcoming State Senatorial election in terms of education. From my experience, I have found our State Senator Barry Finegold to be a strong advocate for education and exceptionally supportive. He has demonstrated his commitment countless times. Barry was in the forefront of support for our new Tewksbury Memorial High School which has proven to be a source of great pride for our community. Barry's common sense approach coupled with his leadership and accessibility make him a viable candidate. Barry been resourceful in assisting with …
Friday, October 19, 2012
The candidates for the Second Essex and Middlesex state senate seat, incumbent Sen. Barry Finegold and State Rep. Paul Adams, sparred over a variety of issues at Memorial Hall Library Wednesday.
State Rep. Paul Adams (R-Andover) and State Sen. Barry Finegold (D-Andover) debated in front of a crowd of roughly 120 at Memorial Hall Library in Andover, Wednesday evening. Adams talked about changing a trend in state government by bringing more Republicans into the legislature and ending the "tax and spend" attitude of the Democratic majority, according to an article in the Lowell Sun. Finegold criticized Adams for not voting for a bill which lowered the cost of healthcare, a bill that Adams said would only increase taxes. While the two also disagreed over the ways to help small businesses, the two agreed on issues such as providing assistance for returning war veterans and training for the unemployed. Read the full article on LowellSun…
Monday, October 8, 2012
Reader says Finegold has shown independence in the State Senate.
To the Editor: I am writing as a typical middle class Tewksbury resident tired of the partisan rhetoric going on during this campaign season. Watch the TV and all you see on the ads is back and forth negative chat about this and that. It seems like no one is taking the side of the voters. On a local level and in our Senate race I am looking for a candidate that will not vote in lockstep with his party and who reaches across the aisle to come up with solutions. I want to be represented by a candidate who will not only have an independent voice in the Senate, but one who also votes what is best for the community even if it’s not a politically popular one to do. Barry Finegold stands up for the Tewksbury communities needs. He has been …
Thursday, September 6, 2012
State Rep. Paul Adams grabbed just enough votes to beat Andover selectman Alex Vispoli in the race for the Republican nomination for the Second Essex and Middlesex senate district.
State Rep. Paul Adams will be challenging Sen. Barry Finegold for his seat in the state senate in November, according to unofficial election results. Adams won the Republican nomination on Thursday, beating Andover selectman Alex Vispoli by less than 100 votes. Adams beat Vispoli, garnering 50.87 percent of the votes in the Second Essex and Middlesex district, which consists of Andover, Tewksbury, Dracut and Lawrence. In votes, Adams beat Vispoli with 2,648 votes to 2,557 votes. Finegold won the Democratic nomination unopposed. Vispoli did win the hometown he and Adams share, beating Adams 1,267 votes to 754 votes in Andover. Adams won in Tewksbury (678-404), Lawrence (368-352) and Dracut (848-534). In Tewksbury, just 2,109 out of 20,899 …
Patrick Rahilly
9:06 am on Wednesday, October 24, 2012
I believe this letter, although re-worded somewhat, was his 2010 campaign literature. more ›