Coakley, the state attorney general, apparently thinks the election is a referendum on health care since that's what her article is about. Capuano, a Congressman and formerly Somerville mayor, thinks it's about combating terrorism while maintaining our values. Neither appeals to me. Coakley appears to be getting bad advice as she entered this race as the leader, but, to someone who has not been closely following the race, seems to be fading. Why she would talk only about health care when our state government is approaching the ICU is beyond my comprehension. Sure, health care is a major issue, but there is more than one issue of vital importance as we enter 2010. Capuano is mouthing cliches.
Khazei argues that the problem is really with us as he says, "We need to move past the tired debate of Big Government vs. Big Business and embrace Big Citizenship. It is always citizens - involved in politics, service, and movements for change, combined with bold political leadership that changes our country.... I learned from Senator Kennedy that being a great senator is much more than casting votes and giving speeches. It is about utilizing the platform to empower citizens to achieve the American Dream, to make a
Pagliuca, the venture capitalist, focuses on the economy. He does have some good ideas - investing in the life sciences, overhauling the financial regulatory system, controlling health costs, spending tax revenue differently. He's come out of nowhere but has spent his way to some recognition.
I don't see myself voting for either Coakley or Capuano. I've voted for kooks before, as not all of them turn out to be weirdos. Some of Pagliuca's ads actually make sense.
It will be an interesting month, one in which hopefully the voters become more interested in the other Senator from Massachusetts. We need someone who actually will do something other than conduct a vapid campaign for President.
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