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Nov. 10
The Boston University Statehouse Program Presents: Senatorial Candidate Profiles
As part of our continuing coverage of the special election to fill Ted Kennedy’s Senate seat, the journalists in the Boston University Statehouse Program have produced multimedia packages profiling the candidates running in both the Republican and Democratic primaries.
Read profiles, see photos and video for: Martha Coakley, Scott Brown, Mike Capuano, Steve Pagliuca, Alan Khazei, Jack E. Robinson, and other candidates.
Oct. 29
Casino gambling divides the Statehouse
by Justin Meisinger and Brittany Abery
The debate was also covered by our print correspondents.
In the Lowell Sun, reporter Sarah Thomas wrote about the difficulties of treating gambling addiction. In the MetroWest Daily News, reporter Jen Judson wrote about the number of jobs that could be created.
In other news….
10/30/09: State cuts: ‘It could be so much worse’
BOSTON — Area officials and advocates expressed both relief and anxiety yesterday after Gov. Deval Patrick detailed his proposal to cut $268 million from the faltering state budget without touching – as of yet – local aid or a program serving Waltham residents with mental disabilities.
10/29/09: State’s attempt to reduce tax exemptions eyed warily
BOSTON — This year, the state gave up $20.6 billion in potential revenue through tax exemptions on such endeavors as Bible sales, movie shoots, and even an allowance for coal miners suffering from black lung disease.
10/28/09: Mass. House passes bill promoting mixed martial arts
BOSTON — It all happens in less than five seconds. The fighters have been circling like dancers, exchanging feints and quick, vicious shin kicks. Then suddenly, Mike Campbell’s gloved fist shoots out, catching Rich Moskowitz on the ear. A flurry of rabbit punches later, and Campbell’s hands are raised triumphantly.