The first of our interviews with candidates vying for East Boston's open House of Representatives seat is with Jeff Drago. The 28-year-old has spent a number of years working as an aide to Boston's mayor, Thomas Menino.Drago and I spoke at his headquarters yesterday. I asked him about a pair of incidents that have been mentioned on this blog, as well as his viewpoint on a number of issues. Click on the headline above or on "comments" below to see the entire interview, which I recorded and transcribed in whole.
Two of the other candidates have already scheduled interviews with me next week. I will do the best I can to get those up, but I am not the fastest of typists and, also, I do at times have other obligations.
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«Oldest ‹Older 201 – 400 of 400East Boston Transcript has pictures of Basile supporters holding campaign sign's, I counted about 13 supporters that I knew from the past,some of them 9th grade drop outs, most of them now living in W.Revere Revere, Saugas, Winthrop, North Shore residents basically, who's families sold their homes years ago because they thought they were too good for East Boston.
Give Carlo Basile- Pronounced:(Bays hill) a break, I give him all the credit in the world, Win Or Lose, he's someone who does not give up Republican or Democrat, look at thomas edison it took him several thousand times to invent the light bulb and finally got it right, if basile wins the nomination he should call up the bush administration and have the national guard secure East Boston's borders from having illigal immigrants entering East Boston.
Jimbo, what happen to the other candidate's interviews? This look suspicious. Not accusong you of anything but why such a long wait? and who is next?
First the Leones then the parking tickets and now this. Soccer leagues being ripped off and campaigns letting it happen if the person puts up some signs and does a cup for them. I hope Mary had no part in this.
How do you know this is true anonymous? why do you remain anonymous with such information? Are YOU in on the scam? This smes fishey.
Steve, as you'll see I just put Mary's interview on the site after staying up typing it until 2 a.m. last night. I also spoke with the Leone family yesterday and posted a statement from them.
I'm getting the interviews done as fast as I can, but I am quite busy with work, so it'll take time for me to get them posted. Thanks for your patience.
I know because Mauro told me from his mouth. He was at one point backing Basile and asked me to put up a sign on my house. I said first have him meet me and 2 weeks later he was helping Mota. Now, he is with Drago. If you talk to him for 5 minutes he’ll give you all kinds of info. Nice kid, not too savvy.
I got an e-mail about that Drago Cup 2007. Everyone knows Mauro Chinchilla had some of his city permits taken away last year when the city found out he was taking money off the top from teams to play soccer. A Columbian beer company sponsors the whole thing and Mauro Chinchilla still charges and keeps almost all of the money
I'm not voting for Jeff but i know he is not helping Mr. Chinchilla steal anyones money. I know Mauro and he is just a very loud person who loves politics but doesn't understand it. He once told me he would help Mota (who I'm voting for) if she helped him get a job. He's a loose canon and syas off the wall things. He's like, you want me to vote for Mota, terll her one hand scratches the other. I thought the real version involves one hand "washing" the other but I knewe what he meant. He's harmless. There is some slimmy things going on with that soccer money though.
Rumor and innuendo get people nowhere. If anyone has a question as to Jeff's involvement in the soccer cup all they have to do is dial his headquarters and ask. How simple is that? And yes, Basile was forced out of the registry due to the fact that he himself was being investigated for some very serious, criminal things. Clear up the questions by calling Jeff's headquarters then I suggest that everyone do a little more digging into Basiles' past. Nobody should endorse a person like him to be in a political seat of any kind. What does anyone actually think he will accomplish if elected? He couldn't even keep his high ranking job at the registry. Basile is no where near being qualified for this seat and will accomplish absolutely nothing if elected and that is a big "IF"!
Please allow me to respond to Angela's concerns. I do not know the individual named Mauro. To date, the East Boston community groups to which I have sent donations as a candidate are East Boston Main Streets for the upcoming kindergarten parade, the Eastie Pride Day Committee and the Sacred Heart Festival. My campaign is the grassroots organization interested in discussing the issues that impact East Boston. If you, or any reader of this forum, would like to speak to me personally, please feel free to call me at 617-569-3643. Thank you.
Mary, I wasn't in any way implying you were involved with this man. I met him during Anthony's campaign. He didn't do crap but bad mouth Sal and claim he was planning to run against him. No disrepespect intended.
Eastie RESIDENT and college graduate.
Why is Jim Hunt commenting? Doesn't he live in South Boston or Hyde Park? Why is Mannino running a candidate (Drago)? Is he from East Boston? Isn't he from Hyde Park/Roslindale area?
Eastie resident, did you ever here the phrase defamation of character,
or the word slender? Did you know that your IPO address can be traced? Stop dropping silly bombs. Just in case you do have some information that you like to share with us, you can post your name and phone number.The only candidate that has been invoilved in anything shady or immoral is JEFF.
By the way Jimbo, I hope Basile comes after you too for allowing this to be posted. You lost my respect along with my family.
How come Jimbo and eastie resident are the only two names that come out in blue?
Only candidate out of the 4 that was involved in at least one scandal is: drum roll......drum roll......Jeff Drago
3 years ago it was a childish mistake. Today I am a mature adult.
With over 5 1/2 yrs of experience I didn't know what I was doing. Now with 8 yrs of experience I am ready.
Who do you think you are talking to Jeff?
A bunch of clowns?
Give us a break. Your comments make no sense at all
Jeff, how amny illegal apartments did you encounter while door knocking? How many of these rogue landlords did you report?
I bet none, because none of them live two doors away form your mother.
Marybeth, first of all do you really have a license. You sound just like Jeff. In the works of Gomer Pyle, excuses, excuses, excuses. Every once in a while we all spell our names wrong, right? are you kidding me? YOU GOT BUSTED plan and simple.
Again, you insult the sign holders by stating that many are jobless. How old are you anyways? Who uses the term "bombing around"? What does it mean? If it means driving around then how does a jobless person afford a) a car, b) insurance? c? gas to put in the car?
Enough of your nonsense...Carlo has many people of all walks holding signs for him including, mothers, fathers, grandmothers, grandfathers, young, old, Italians, Irish, Polish, German, Latinos, you name it and there out there.
Jeff has a bunch of City Hall workers that feel OBLIGATED to hold signs for him. Most don't even live in Eastie and some of the ones that live in Eastie, believe it or not, will NOT VOTE FOR HIM.
PEACE
Jeff:
Rose are Red
Violets are Blue
The Yankees will lose
and so will you.
Jeff finishes 3rd if his lucky. I bet he brings up the rear and finishes 4th.
I haved lived on Brooks Street for 19 years and on Chelsea before that. You think all Irish Americans are from Southie? thats pretty ignorant.
It isn't slander or defamation of character when it is true. Everyone has so much to say about Jeffs' bad judgement with tickets and nobody wants to find out why Basile was forced out of his high ranking registry job?? Come on now. If you want to post the truth about these candidates let's talk about the truth for all of them not just one. As far as what happened on Wordsworth St...That was a Wordsworth neighborhood issue that have 2 sides to the story. Before people continue posting about Jeffs ticket issue or his alleged involvement in the Wordsworth street issue lets' address some issues from Basiles background that do not put him in a favorable light at all. If doing that rattles his campaign there is nothing anybody can do about it since you can't change what has happened in his past. Again, it isn't slander when it is known to many as the truth!
Jimbo, why didn't you post what I wrote last night regarding Eastie Resident? Why don't you let him know that his IPO is going to be found and then he is being sued!
Or are you Eastie Resident? Makes alot of people wonder!
To the comments left at 12:06:
First of all, you're not going to have the authorities look up someone's IP address for some comments on a blog, even if they are unsubstantiated or in bad taste. This isn't a murder investigation or a matter of national security.
Secondly, I can't remember your comments, but I believe there was some name calling in it, and I am trying to eliminate any of that. Sometimes I have to delete a post that has several comments, even good ones, if there is name calling toward a reader or candidate in any part of it.
Occasionally I have skimmed through comments when there are a bunch pending and something gets by that shouldn't. I apologize for that.
Only candidate that was accused and proven to do any wrong doindg is JEFF DRAGO.
The Wordworth steet incident and the parking ticket scandal are both documented.
Now you want to come here and make us believe that Carlo was being investigated. Bullxxxx.
You see there is paperwork, newspaper articles, and Jeff's own admission to prove that he was involved in both incidents.
Where is the prove for Carlo, I challenge you to get any paperwork.
You see, your word isn't worth the toilet paper I use to wipe my axx.
To Jimbo, what I was saying is that Eastie Resident made some serious remarks without any merit and YOU allowed it to be posted!
By the way I didn't say any Police would investigate, what I'm saying is that I have the means to finD out EastieResidents IPO and hand it over to the Basile camp so he can sue him for slander and libel.
I am going to suggest that he sue you too for allowing outrageous to be posted.
I for one know 5 to 6 people that are willing to find out who he is so he can be sued if Basile decides too.
I wrote a post earlier telling EastieResident that what he did was traceable and you and you alone refused to post it and it smells Jimmy
By the way Jimmy what you allowed eastieresident to say is worse than name calling. try reading it again, you might of missed it. People are really steamed at him and now you
I saw the message about the IPO........honestly it is a blog and if YOU Anonymous can write whatever you want about whoever you feel like why can't anyone else reading this blog say what is on their mind? Your obviously a supporter of another candidate, which is fine, everyone is entitled to endorse who they wish. However when posting on a blog and slamming one particular person I suggest you not do that if you don't want to hear the truth about the candidate that you are endorising. Let's be fair here!
And BTW~People need not go off on the person posting this blog. This person is only trying to be fair. If all of your negative comments, which you claim are true, are posted about Jeff why shouldn't the truth about another candidate be posted? It is pretty interesting how rattled people are about the points being made about another candidates past. Must be a real good reason why right?!?
Eastie resident, when we slam JEff DRago, its the truth. Peolpe on this blog have slammed him for the parking ticket scandal and for being part of the Leone's addition being torn down.
IT's all facts and backed up by eye witnesses, investigations, eye witnesses and his own admission.
YOu come here and speread nothing but rumors. You have no facts, no witnesses, no nothing. (I hope they do trace your IPO)
By the way how many residents of East Boston could get Travaglini, Petrucelli and a city councilman to testify for them? answer: not many at all, but Jeff Drag did!
Jeff DRago, all the help in the world will not get you elected.
Face it, your unelectable. Since you 've been working at City Hall you used your position to fix your parking tickets and to hurt people.
How could anyone in their right mind vote for you?
Eastie resident has a valid point. The things this person pointed out related to Basile being forced out of the registry are 100% accurate and many people know it. Why can't that topic be discussed? Jeff was honest about the ticket siutation and as Eastie resident pointed out the Wordsworth St. issue is a story with 2 sides, that was between neighbors and is not and should not be an issue in this campaign. It seems like people have been lashing out since that full page ad in the times. Basiles campagin took a blow and now people want to attack others for making valid points about his background. I for one am gonna look much deeper into his background now. It is obvious there is more to it than what he wants people to know.
Can I have Travaglini, Petrucelli and Scappichio testify at my hearing.? My neighbor is building an addition for their blind and deaf son. I want it torn down because its blocking my view of the Chelsea creek. Will they help me?
And I have two tickets, one for parking in front of a hydrant and the other for blocking a handicap ramp. Jeff, can you help me get them fixed? Please
Interested in the issues. Why don't you dig as deep as you want? Or if anyone has any questions they can call the registry themselves. Stop making retarded claims. Oh wait, I have an idea why don't you come to the debate and ask that question.
You know whats funny? All the statements about Jeff were proven to be true. Guess which claim is just bullxxxx.? Anyone can make a false claim but every single claim against Jeff on this blog has been proven. Most claims were even admitted by Jeff( although he claims they were just mistakes) yeah right!
So keep dropping silly bombs.
Just be careful one may blow up in your face!
Interested in the issues....the only thing you are interested in is seeing your boy Jeff win, which will NOT HAPPEN...Enjoy the concession speech on Sept 25th
"Desperate times call for desperate measures"
Is the Drago camp feeling the heat?
Let's see Jeff was forced out of his last job beacuse of....wait a minute, thats right, he never held any other job.
But, I hear he was forced out of his position at City Hall after the Parking Ticket Scandal and he was appointed a different one.
( of course at the same City Hall)
First Jeff is involved in a parking ticket scandal. He then destroys the lives of the Leones by forcing them to tear down a one bedroom addition (with a bathroom) which was built for Mrs. Leone's mother, who is elderly. After feeling the pressure, he agrees to be interviewed by "the Hubster.
He comes on here and lies lies lies. He continues to attack the Leones by stating that they were having a 3 bedroom addition plus a bathroom built. Jeff, when are you going to stop lying and twisting the truth. What chances did the Leone's have when Travaglini, Petrucelli and the boys testified on your behalf? What chances did they have when the Leones were not even allowed to talk? And to add insult to injury the case with dismissed with prejudice. Jeff, in your own words this is a very unusual event. Why do you suppose it happened in this case? Do you really think that the people of East Boston can't see what really happened here?
The issues brought up against another candidate are also true, sorry if that upsets people. Nobody is dropping "silly bombs". Simply stating the truth. Don't knock one candidate when the other candidate has skeletons as well. Also, When Basiles' site first went up he claimed that he graduated from I believe it was Suffolk. Funny thing, he never did graduate from that school and within a day that was off his website. Hmmm, a little fishy don't you think?
These are not untruths...If you wanna talk about one candidates past let's be prepared to discuss his opponents past as well. What's fair is fair.
People, its not about Jeff bt about East Boston. i support Mota and could tell you why. I don't want to tell you I am not voting for others. That doesn't make sense. Lets talk about issues. I could give concrete examples as to why Mota is best. Screw why Jeff is not.
Hey! interested in the issues, if your so interested than take a walk to his headquarters and ask him for yourself. Oh never mind that won't happen because you don't have the guts too.
Forget about it Jeff lost, you need to accept that fact and move on for the betterment of this community.
This is why people don't want to vote for City Hall any longer is because people like you who support that place and speak alot of propaganda.
Do you know that song? It's Over Baby
I'm not gonna keep going back and forth with you. You should know this though! When this campaigning first started I was with the Basile camp. Did alot of work for him and his campaign. Then I found out things that were not good and witnessed on more than one occasion his opponents campaign workers and supporters being "given a hard time" by campaign workers I was standing side by side with. After weeks of being with Basiles camp I decided to not support him anymore. So you see, I started out with Basile but had enough of the way his campaign was being run. So before you start claiming to know who is supporting who you should know that what your saying is beyond a shadow of a doubt true!
East Bostonians,
Click and paste this link to your web and you'll see the page of the office of campaign and political finance.
http://www.mass.gov/ocpf/homepage_data.htm
Click the top link that says "Searchable Database of Campaign Finance Activity" and it lets see which candidate gave money to who. Under search contributor if you click a candidates last name you can see how many contributions not only Carlo Basile gave to Kerry Healey but also Lucia Basile (1,000), Paul Basile (500), Allesandro Basile (300) and of course our good old Carlo (750) http://www.mass.gov/ocpf/homepage_data.htm
Nice try...interested in the issues. But this is just a bunch of bullxxxxx. You were never with the BAsile campaign. Stop thinking people are stupid. THe Drago camp is desperate and will resort to all kinds of negative tactics. If you were truley with Carlo then his camp should obviously know who you are. So post your real name. if in fact you are telling the truth then you should have no problem typing your name. But I will bet that you don't,because this is just another bad tactic.
By the way Jeff I received two tickets last week for parking in a handicap spot. I was wondering if you can have them fixed? thanks
Jimbo, why do you let people post sure nonsense when you won't post the truth. MaryBeth accuses people at Carlo's standouts to be criminals and jobless. You post "in the interestof issues" silly accusations but you won't post that one of Drago's top campaign people was arrested for having fireworks. The fireworks were found under his toddler son's bed
Why do some people of this community think that it is ok to use your position at City Hall to have your parking tickets fixed? Jimbo says he has a friend who offered him the same privelege. Well I might know a cop or two that might be willing to have a ticket fixed for me too. They would probably talk to the cop who wrote the ticket and ask him or her to rip it up. But, they are
cops and they are not running for office. I couldn't get a meter maid ticket fixed and I certainly couldn't go to City Hall and have it fixed.
People who run for office should be held at a higher standard and should use better judgement. To use your influence to destroy another family's plans and to use your influence to fix tickets is scandolous.
If Drago wins I bet all my marbles that he will be a corrupt Politician. Take that to the bank.
I'm not with any campaign now. I'm set on making my mind up based on the community issues that need to be addressed and which candidate is most capable of getting it done. I, nor would any intelligent person, post their real name. That never leads to pleasant things.
Sign wars! Campaign workers clashes! Anyone want to discuss the issues and the experience of the candidates to see who best fits the role being run for??
Ok don't post your name. Since you satrted with Carlo and then left. He should know who you are, right?. Take a ride by his headquarters and say hi and identify yourself as being both interetsed in the issues and eastie resident
Jeff Drags, why did you hurt poor Mrs. Leone?
She worked her entire life and lived on Wordsworth street alot longer than you or your mother.
She now has to share a tiny bedroom with her grandchild. Don't you have any compassion. I guess not, since you continue to lie about the entire situation. Why would you continue to lie and say that it was a 3 beroom addition? Do you feel guilty because it was only a 1 bedrrom addition? are you lying to make yourself look better or are you trying not to look as bad?
One last question. How do you get TRavaglini, Petrucelli and Scapicchio to testify and your behalf?
Inquiring minds want to know
Eastie resident and interested in the issues are the same person. I bet my life on it.
Jeff Drago ruined a family's life! do you people understand?
Yes, I would like to discuss the issues. I think Jeff Drago is more qualified to be in Politics. He has proven himself as a person who can get things done.
Once upon a time, there stood an addition, built for an elderly person. Jeff got it torn down.
Once upon a time, there were two outstanding parking tickets that were issued to Jeff. They were taken care up by being ripped up.
Jeff can certainly get things done!
I have, as well as many others who left the campaign, had a one on one discussion with Basile. Enough with drawing on the so called "powers" at city hall. And for the record........I have no idea who anyone on this blog is let alone who eastie resident is. But again, points were made but instead of someone blogging about those questions you want to dwell on Jeff. Hmmm, makes voters wonder!
Have you all forgotten that this is a four person race. Lets show some respect to the two women running. I have been reading the blogs and just want to share some of my thoughts about the back and forth stuff.
First let me say that I know three of the four candidates, and have issues with all of them. However this stuff about the family on Wordsworth Street is not being accurately portrayed by either side. I know because I chaired the Community meeting of the Land Use Council and attended the City of Boston hearing on it.
The construction was Illegal to a certain degree because they performed work "outside" the scope of the permit "that they obtained legally". They had a chance to work out this problem by amending the permit that is done routinely.
They chose not to work with myself and members of the Land Use Council, as well as I.S.D.
When it came time for the community meeting I told Jeff not to come because it was very ugly, and I felt it would be better if he not show. He agreed and did not show.
At this meeting this family became so verbally abusive to the public, as well as the neighbors, and I was forced to put myself between Jeff's mother and an outraged family member. We were forced to do something unheard of: call the police.
As far as the City hearing, I asked the family to ask for a deferral so that we could find common ground, but they refused. I don't know if they took it down, but they did not have to. All they had to do was take it away from the City by appealing it in Suffolk Superior Court, and they would of won.SO PLEASE PLEASE LETS END THIS,AND TALK ABOUT THE ISSUES. If Jeff influenced the decision it would of been exposed in court. I am not saying he didn't, but he would of had to testify under oath.
Now to his tickets. Wrong Jeff 100% Wrong.
As far as Carlo, Mary or Gloribell, I do not know too much about them, so I challenge them to issue a statement on this blog.
Now to the debate and the ridiculous rules they have ALL agreed to:
1-only 12 questions will be asked;
2-NO ONE in the audience can speak or ask a question, yes that's right NO ONE;
3-Seating is first come first served;
4-both moderators are NON East Boston residents,(doesn't say much for Eastie);
5-the candidates are getting the questions well in advance;
6-no food or drinks (what if its hotor the elderly?)
I just downloaded and printed these from the people running the debate. If you want the full text email us at eblandusecouncil@aol.com. You will be shocked.
Although I like Jeff as a person, in my opinion he will have a difficult time winning because of how unhappy the average East Bostonian is with the Mayor, and Sal LaMattina. We have the dirtiest streets in all of Boston, our parks are a disgrace, taxes are too high, and the return of the town drunks. Sal has fought very hard to get his friend from Marblehead a liquor license, and when 184 abutters were against it being in their 3 family zoned area. 75 are over 70, and 24 are school aged kids under 12. They appealed, won, and then lost in the matter of a month.
To ignore those people, along with the fact that I hear from people every day that they feel a vote for Jeff is like a vote for Sal, and the Mayor who took sides with an outsider over so many good people. Its unfortunate, but a fact. Jeff will be hurt by this. In the area of the liquor license alone they have a following now of over 300 people who are furious that their neighbors were ignored for an outsider.
One last thing every candidate should be fined 20.00 dollars for every sign not taken down within 30 days of the election, and all proceeds given to charity. If you Don't Vote, Don't Complain!!!!!!!!
Lifelong Eastie resident.
Joseph J. Mason
President
The East Boston Land Use Council
Whoa, you mean to tell me there are 2 sides to the story! Amazing! And only one person was getting blamed........why? Because he is the one running for the seat? Doesn't excuse how the other parties acted!
Joe Mason. thanks for your input. I agree with you that Jeff is in Sal's pocket. But let me ask you this...isn't it odd that Travaglini, Lamattina and scapicchio testified in the Leone case? Jeff used his influence to have his parking tickets fixed and should have been fired. Why wasn't he fired? Again Joe thanks for posting. The liquor issue is new to me. I'm at a lost for words on that issue.
Mr. Mason, what can we do to see to it that City Hall doesn't get another puppet. We need influential people like you to spread the word.
Please Joe help us residents that don't get a fair shake at community meetings
Jeff along with the entire Menino administration are alot worse than I thought. Everyday I find out more dirt on them. How corrupt are they?
Bravo Larry!! I agree, I also want to know what has Jeff Drago done for East Boston. Can someone tell me that!!!
If your gonna ask the question.........What has Jeff done for East Boston? Then it is only fair that you ask what the other candidates have done for East Boston. Also, as far as the alcohol license for the soon to be restaurant...Sablones was there for generations of us and they had a liquor license. And as far as the current owner getting special favors.......Give me a break. His family have owned Santarpios for generations. A restaurant known beyond Massachusetts. Lets' talk about the candidates and what they plan to do about the issues facing East Boston residents. Jeff had nothing to do with that establishment getting a liqour license. Guilty by association is WRONG! And whoever engages in that should have nothing negative to say!
Interested in issues.. only because a pre-existing establishment had a liquor license doesn't mean that a person who opens it years later has the right to it. Liquor licenses are very difficult to get. why were all the abutters ignored?
In Jeff;s mother's case you state that the abutters on the right and left complained. But now an entire neighborhood is against the liquor license and you are saying screw those people? You should change your name to "all over the issues"
Ok so you wrote this:
In Jeff;s mother's case you state that the abutters on the right and left complained. But now an entire neighborhood is against the liquor license and you are saying screw those people? You should change your name to "all over the issues"
I said nothing about abutters on the left and right! I said there were 2 sides to the story and that it was a neighbor on neighbor issue therefore it has no revelance in this campaign. Joe cleared up how the other neighbors acted, case closed!
As far as the liquor license! I never said SCREW anyone! So don't put words in my mouth. I live in that area and have been to both restaurants. They were and are visited by people from all over the state. Then when Sablones was closed many people in the neighborhood were sad to see it go because the people it drew in would have nowhere to go except for Santarpios in the tunnel area. So now the owner of Santarpios is opening a place very similar to what Sablones was. I live in that neighborhood and although some were against it getting the license there were many more in support of it. Gives the people on the other side of the tunnel a reason to come to this side which East Boston benefits from in many ways. No matter the issue you will always have people on opposite ends. In the end more people were in support of allowing this business owner to operate with a liquor license. It isn't about SCREWing anybody...We can agree to disagree on him getting the license. That doesn't mean I don't care about the people that were oppposed. I know many of them and have seen them and their families frequent Sablones many many times. Revitalizing East Boston is important. Having an array of different types of restaurants is part of that. If we can draw non-East Boston residents into our city to dine at these fine establishments there is more of a likelyhood that they will shop here, live here, etc. That all benefits the city of East Boston, that cannot be disputed. I'm am not "all over the issues" however since those items were mentioned and I live in that area I felt I needed to respond to your post. I'm not about screwing people, or being involved in ridiculous drama. I'm simply interested in the issues that will have an impact positively in our city. You don't have to agree with me, that is fine.
Anywhere care to address the education issues that the youth of East Boston face? Since Basile "misrepresented" where he schooled I would love to hear what his plans are to better education........
Inquiring minds want to know.... how does a person get arrested for having fireworks under his son's bed (good parent) and gets involved in a car insurance scam (remember Fort Devens) still get to keep his job with the City?
Well said Mr. Mason.
Jeff was 100% wrong in the Parking ticket scandal.
And you are half right when you state that he may have influenced to City hearing. He definitely had it influenced. hy else would Travaglini, Petrucelli and Scappicchio even show up at the hearing.
The real issue is how can Jeff Drago want to hold an office when he was caught in a ticket fix scandal?
Voters Be Aware, very aware there is a snake in the grass just waiting!
Jeff got caught and still has his job so he can now abuse that power
Jeff isn't going to win, trust me!
His own people are going around admitting defeat. What does that say? Its over Jeff get over it, your corrupt ways are over
May the best candidate win. Basile has no experiece politically so not sure why your declaring a win already. Interested in hearing about what is being asked by the other blogger about Basiles incidents. Anyone care to elaborate??
Interested in the issue.. your tossing the same bomb. It fizzled, it's a dud, get over it. Go make up some more lies.
Interested in the Issues, a poll was taking by Jeff Drago's camp, go and ask them of the results.
It's over....over...over...
LOL>>>>LOL>>>>LOL
What bomb?? I'm asking for someone to elaborate. I'm starting to wonder why nobody will. Why did Basile have on his website that he graduated from Suffolk and he never did?? As soon as it was pointed out it was off the site..Doesn't he care to explain that to voters that saw it before it was removed? As far as a poll.....It is weeks away from election day. Instead of assuming you know who bloggers are voting for how about explaining Basiles past while you continue to Jeff bash?? Now there is a thought! Oh wait, nobody will though because they don't want the truth out anymore than it already is. And if a city hall insider wants to talk about the candidates than how about talking about Basile! There has to be a real good reason why his ouster at the registry and his schooling aren't being addressed. And seriously......Basile is a republican, always has been for as long as I have known him...What is with the flip flop??
City hall insider........what is with the silly acronyms? This blog should be with adult voters........
Jimbo did you get a chance to read Michele McPhee article today. waht a crying shame.
This is part of McPhee's Article. The rest can be read on page 5 of the Boston Herald.
Somewhere along the labyrinthine line of blue uniforms that will stretch past the two Boston churches where two firefighters who fell battling a West Roxbury blaze will be eulogized this week, you’ll likely see Gov. Deval Patrick.
But with all due respect, Patrick might as well stay home.
There is no sadder sound in the world than the skirl of bagpipes that mark the loss of a hero who made the ultimate sacrifice: laying down his life in public service.
And there is no more infuriating sight than a politician who stands at a man’s funeral when he did not have the respect to show up at the firehouse where two of this city’s bravest, Paul Cahill and Warren Payne, served for decades.
Joe Mason Says to Georgio,I value my right to vote ,and have never endorsed anyone running in any race my entire life.To me its a sacred thing,that many people like yourself just don't get.As far as the questionsbeing asked such as "how does Jeff get Trav,Anthony,and Scapicchio to testify for him?
Let me say for a fact ,that the Board of Appeals room is similar to a court room. Many deals are brokered at the last minute outside in the hall.Its a give,and take.Just like a prosecuter,and a defense attorney do outside a court room before they go to the judge.EVERYONE knows its who you know ,as opposed to who you do not know.
One more final clarification on the Wordsworth street family,that I can prove.They had a valid permit,and it was to repair the deck,and like many they worked outside the scope of the Permit.Secondly they built the following "ONLY,one bedroom,One Living Room,and One Bathroom".Unfortunatley for them in East Bostons zonning code it is looked at as another apartment.
I will again state as fact that The Land Use Council had offered to help as we allways do,and have helped extended members of that family in the past.They didn't commit murder,so to me it was not impossible to fix.His case was not the first of its kind,and will not be the last. However when you refuse help,and when your own attorney calls the Land Use Council,and says I quit because they are impossible to deal with,you are on your own.An amendment to the permit was all that was needed.Even then if they lost it is appealable.They were informed of this by the Land Use Council on more than one occasion.However the biggest mistake was to not ask for a deferral,because it would of frozen the case ,again as is done with court cases,and hundreds of Board of Appeals cases.
I can not repeat the things that were said on my home phone,or at my meeting ,but I will tell all of you this.Me,and my family are to this day spit at,cursed,and in one instance challenged to a fight by his son ,while in line at O.H.Dunks.All caught on video tape. Again the police had to be called. How many years later is it? What did my kid ever do to them,who they all know very well.
There is an old saying "Stupid is as Stupid does.Enough is enough about this,PLEASE !!!!!
To the person who claims Sablones was supported by people,you are wrong. The bigger picture is that our Mayor,and City Councilor went against our own East Boston residents,for a guy in Marblehead. In my opinion that is an insult,and people like you probably work for THE MACHINE that has destroyed East Boston.Both Sal,and the Mayors office testified in person ,despite numerous abutters who came in person to oppose.
Now how come you guys,and girls out here are not furious about the Mickey Mouse rules for the debate?
I feel bad for those who will show up expecting to ask questions. The local rag only printed the time,and location,but not the actual rules they helped shape. Face it East Boston residents The Machine is not in your corner.Eastie in my opinion is for sale to the highest bidder.
Case in point,and 100% factual C.V.S.just gave 100,000.00 dollars to the Mayor,and has a proposal shown at an O.H.meeting to take over Brooks,and open 24 hours a day with drive through ATM,and Prescription pick ups.Can we say Sold!!!!!!!!(yes I have a confirmation from C.V.S.,and was told by their V.P. in front of Joseph Ruggerio).The property owner the Lombardos has chosen NOT to renew their lease.
Joseph J.Mason
President
East Boston Land Use Council
Joe, thats makes me sick. Every day that passes by I learn more and more on how corrupt the "machine" is. Please do not vote for Drago (the machine) on September 25th. I don't care for which of the other 3 candidates you vote for as long as you don't vote for Drago. Enough is Enough. My only hope is that Mota, Basile and Berninger get together and that two of them drop out. I'm afraid that they will divide the vote and Drago will sneak in. people should be outrages at the Sablone's incident. How do you take the side of an outsider. How does someone who goes there to eat, get drunk, be any good for our community. Most towns that have family or moral values are DRY TOWNS.
Case in point~The owner of Santarpios is the guy from Marblehead you keep referring to. Everyone, including Hollywood heavies have dined at Santarpios. It is NOT a troublesome place what so ever! We as residents want East Boston to prosper but not due to "non east boston" residents continuing to open businesses here. The guy from Marblehead is not opening a "BAR". He is opening a very chic dining establishment. Why rag on someone that every one of you have shaken hands with!
To Eastie Resident: Because he owns Santarpio's we should let him do what he wants?
I bet you just moved here and your a young person looking for just another place to drink.
The people that matter are the life long residents and NOT someone who just moved here. I have never heard of a lousier argument than yours.
"Because we ate at Santarpio's then he should get another place", get real will you!
Because Hollywood heavies eat at Santarpio's its ok for them to open whatever they want? Are you insane? What's next a strip joint in central square because Hollywood heavies would go?
What a terrible argument!!!!!!!!!!!
Eastie resident you make absolutely no sense at all. What difference does it make if hollywood people eat at Santarpios. Santarpios is a land mark but I have no idea how they pass Inspection. The place is a dump and the owner hasn't put one cent into that place since he owned it. Mr. Mason knows what he is talking about. The abutters were all against it but it doesn't matter because "THE MACHINE" doesn't care about us.
I agree with Phil, that place is a rat hole, so because people come from all over we should open another place for them to serve booze? Jim, have you ever heard something of this nature?
First time I'm lost for words
The point i'm making is that it is not some dive bar where there is trouble. So why assume that the establishment he is opening at the former Sablones site will have a negative impact on the city? And by the way, he is Sals' friend therefore that whole situation has nothing to do with Jeff. Anyone care to talk to the candidate about his opposition of something the mayor is in favor of? It exists and Jeff will be the first person to say it. And for the record I'm a middle aged professional who has lived in East Boston their entire life and raised our children here as well. Too much time is being spent on who is opening a restaurant where and this whole "machine" reference is real old. Machine this and machine that but not one person on this blog will respond to the questionable things surrounding Basile. What is everyone afraid of? If we want the best candidate to fill this seat than we all need to be fair because when you compare the ticket situation to an ouster of a high ranking employee at the registry that seems to even out the playing field! If people want to highlight the negative about one candidate then be prepared to highlight the negative of his rival.
I think we're misinterpreting the Santarpio's/Sablone's affair to some degree. I believe that the Santarpio family is from East Boston, so it's not really a case of complete outsiders coming in. Also, they have owned and operated a venerated local establishment for almost something like 70 years. I think that legitimizes them as locals.
I'm not saying I have an opinion on whether their efforts at the site of the old Sablone's should have been approved or denied, but the description of the circumstances seems a little skewed.
Thtas the point Eastie reident. There is no dirt on Carlo. The only dirty one in this campaign is Jeff. Your Bomb Tossing isn't working. Anyone can come here and say this one left their job because of this or that. where is the proof???? face it your bomb fizzled and is a dud. Go think of something more clever... Jeff is part of the machine. Mr. Mason just told you that. How many of us can have Travaglini, Scapicchio and Petrucelli testify on our behalf?
The machine is evil and it must go. Vote for anyone but Jeff on Sept. 25th.
Any time you add a liquor license to a community like east boston you are askingfor trouble. Our Politicians should be takling them away. Go to east Boston Police Station and find out how many times they had to respond to Tequila's, Barney's Grill, and Kodisco(sp). The girl sthat work at the bar next to Kodisco(sp) next to Milano's are pratically naked. Go see for yourself. NO MORE LIQUOR LICENSES.
Thanks Jimbo...that is sort of the point I made in an earlier statement about how long they have been there. I should have been more clear on the fact that they are a respectable family that came from our grand city. And as the host of this blog........thanks for being fair.
Hey, I like the pizza.
"The girls that work at the bar next to Kodisco(sp) next to Milano's are practically naked."
As the moderator of this blog, I feel that it is my duty to personally confirm or deny the claim made in the statement above.
First of all Eastie Resident isn't a resident! How do I know because my son goes over his house in Melrose.....He is a former resident...
The people have spoken and don't want another bar there, so who are you who lives in Melrose to tell us what's best for Eastie
Jeff is part of an establishment that is be destroyed slowly but surely. I know that there are loyalists who believe Menino is good but what has he done for EB?
Better yet name me one Thing or one team Jeff has coached?
I never heard of him until this election now he thinks he deserves it?
Go and talk to the people they want Mary!
Eastie Resident, you talk non sense and most of us Jimbo bloggers agree on that one issue.
Now that you have been exposed i'm asking ALL Bloggers to ignore whatever he writes even if it kills you.
You can deny it all you want but your an outsider
Hmmm, blew your cover. Sorry to say you are wrong. I was born and raised in Eastie along with the rest of my family and my spouses:)
I knew it! Eastie Resident isn't a resident. How sad that you would use that name. Mary will win this election and destroy the old establishment piece by piece.
Melrose is a nice place
Jimbo, I'm serious go there the girls that work there are almost naked. As I guy I don't mind it. as a family man I do. I think east Boston deserves better. Jimbo although we don't agree on all issues I really respect you. You really do want better for East Boston and I admire that. I'm just so sick of the way people's concerns are being ignored. I don't live next to Sablones's but shouldn't the people that live near there be heard. No one is saying that Santarpios is bad (but it sure is dirty ). How many more people are going to be ignored by the machine. YES THE MACINE DOES EXIST AND ITS EVIL.
Again sorry. Born and raised in East Boston. Went to school in East Boston, work in East Boston and live here still. Sorry to disappoint you all:)
There are major issues facing the next state rep, can we focus on those a little?
The only way for Eastie Resident to ever prove he's from Eastie is he would have to give his real name. He won't do that because it would be stupid.
what I suggest is that you go down to Basile's headquarters and ask him all the questions you want face to face and you should have Jimbo there so he can report what happened. My bet is that you won't and you are suppose to be a father? What does that say about you as a father? Not much of an example if you can't meet someone face to face!
What are your thoughts Jimbo on accompanying eastie resident?
Eastie Resident can say all he wants, I exposed him and now he is getting angrier. Can all you bloggers see that? He is getting nasty. A nerve was hit trust me I know him
Eastie resident is mad because he supports Jeff and he's losing and now he was exposed he is really mad
Why do you suppose Winthrop is a dry town? I don't get it, it's ok to have another establishment serve liquor but Domino's Pizza was denied from coming here to East Boston. I don't get it. I bet if someone connected to the machine wanted to open up a domino's it would be approved before the ink on the application could dry up.
Eastierules says ,I am Joe Mason,but had to open account.First to Jimbo,Both David Modica,and his wife Carla Santarpio live in Marblehead.I have thier appplication for the liquor license,plus they had to testify under oath,and thats what he gave.Also the corporate name is D&K Nikota Inc. ,and has Marblehead listed. Its also available at the division of Corporations on the Secretary of Staes website.
As far as Santarpios goes its a DUMP,inside,and out. Has anyone looked across from thier take out window?They store thier rat infested dumpster on a City street,and chuck all the food,and liquids in it everyday. GEE I wonder how they get away with that???Residents have complained for years,and its never moved. The amount of rats,and the stench in this heat is horrible.
As far as Eastie Resident is concerned he does not live in East Boston,and I was told he works for Jeffs campaign.If he lives in Eastie he sure does not care aboout it.Now to Tequilas,man this year alone 3 stabbings,5 major brawls,a raid in April at 1"45 a.m. by th Alcoholic beverages commisin found 3 people as young as 17 drinking inside. They had a punishment hearing at City hall last Tuesday,and only got a Warning. Are you following me people?ALL PUBLIC RECORDS!!!!
Yet this Eastie Non Resident thinks more alcohol is the thing needed. The family that lives next door has had thier lives destroyed by this place.
Joe Mason
Joe Mason, I applaud you. finally someone on here to back my claims. The drago camp is calling carlo all kinds of nasty names. they insult the people that hold signs for him. They spread rumors that he was forced to leave the Registry when the truth of the matter is that he left on his own to seek another career. They all have skeletons in their closets and they keep tossing bombs. I lived in East Boston all my life and for the first 38 yrs I never had to call 911. In the past year alone I caled 911 numerous times. I live next to Tequilas, People have slashed my screens, urinated on my front steps, defacated in my hallway. (Yes defacated not a misprint)
Jimbo, you can check this story out with the cops from district 7.
A few months ago there was an incident involving several stabbings at Tequilas. when the cops showed up they asked the owner to show them the tape from his video survillance. he told them there was no stabbings and everything was ok. Well 30 minutes later the cops found out that 3 stabbed victims went to area hospitals. The cops were furious and cited the place. Guess what happened to Tequila's, NOTHING.
So what they own Santarpio's? that gives them the right to own a bar?
They have plenty of money why drown our kids with another place to get booze. If they love eastie so much tell them to move back here. Santarpio's is disgusting, dirty place so just imagine what the bar would be like. the residents don't want it and Joe Mason if you want we can set up a protest right in front of their business with a bunch of us.
The reason the Drago camp is calling Basile's camp nasty things is simple: they received their poll numbers back!
The race was over when it started, Jeff has never ever contributed any of his own time to this community! Has anyone ever heard of him before this race? Most people that I speak with say" who is this drago?" I can't answer that question because I don't know or heard of him either and I've been actively involved in this community for years
Running out of tricks?!!!!
I keep reading this blog and the more I read the more I feel hopelss, and so it seems as thou we are heading into the ugly part of the state rep race. By now most people have made their choice and the candidates parade the town endlessly struggling to strike a good impression on those last undecided souls. Under what could be qualified as a tense but on the surface clean enough race between the front runners Basile and Drago, it appears that Drago has opted to go negative and so dirty attacks on Basile are now on tap for those that still don't know who to support. It is not surprising to see would be politicians turn to what could be described as “McCarthian tactics” to infuse fear, distrust, and hatred amongst neighboors. It seems clear that the Drago camp has run out of positive and inspiring iniciatives and has no other recourse but to try to divide to conquer what they have not been able to earn via clean and noble efforts. It must be said that McCarthy faded away from public life in disgrace and there is no reason to believe that anyone else that employs such tactics can ultimately escape such fate. Sooner or later it will come back to bite and the damage not only to the community but to the candidate's own public image will take years to heal and repair if at all. Perhaps we should ask Mr Drago in hopes he stays positive in his bid for the position, the same question asked of McCarthy decades ago but still seems to hold profound relevance today for just such occasion: Have you no decency left Mr Drago? have you no decency?
-Sad brazilian
Hey Jeff, why don't you really tell us what you stand for. As far as I can see, all you are doing is riding coat tails of elected officials. You claim in your literature is that you deliver. What is it that you actually deliver? Is it Pizza? Subs? Chinese Food? or just a bunch of hot air? Isn't it about time that you just step aside and let the person that deserves the seat, take the seat. You know that Mr.Basile has been an incredible community activist. Mr. Basile has been extremely generous to the elderly and the youth of this fine community. He has put his own money in making many children's Christmas's memorable. He has also taking time to visit with the elderly to listen to what their concerns in the community are. Jeff the only diffrence is that he's done this every year not just this year like yourself. You have a motive in visiting with them and thats to win the Rep seat. I hate to break the news to you but the people of this community know who is real. Mr Basile is compassionate, caring and concerned for this community. Enough said! Vote for Mr. Carlo Basile on September 25!
I totally agree with you! Carlo is what every politician in this town should be. Carlo is loyal, genuine, compassionate, and true to his word. In a nutshell, he's got the total package. It would take me too long to write all of the nice things that he's done throughout the years in East Boston. His work ethic is so far superior than all the candidates. Jeff, if you went head to head against Carlo based on your qualifications, he would destroy you. Jeff don't be surprised to see all of your backers hang you out to dry. After all, we've seen them pull this stunt not too long ago;)
Eastbostonrules
says
I had to cancel old account.Hello everyone.Yes I would love to do pickets,but the first one would have to be infront of Tequilas before someone gets killed.Thier license says "Family Restaurant",Well I have never been to a so called family reataurant where you are greeted by Huge Thug security gaurds,who some are saying are armed. Its always filled with men drinking,and hardly ever dinning.
The poor family who lives 2 feet next door as I said have had thier lives DESTROYED.Yet according to Sal,and the Chamber they told them to hire the security gaurds to keep the peace. Give me a break,and bring back Joan Chance,and Kahluas.I never thought the Machine would allow the O.H.Square to deteriorate as it has.Its no better than Central,or Maverick.
So to me these candidates need to explain to us how will they restore our Quality of Life the Machine has allowed to be destroyed. I have been working with the family next door for over 2 years,and my heart bleeds for them.Point of information I forgot about the punishment hearing last Tuesday,not a single person who represents us came.Not one!
So I challenge everyone of the four candidates to tell us on this blog what will you do to put an end to this NIGHTCLUB,THAT IS A FORBIDDEN USE IN EASTIE.iT IS NO LONGER A FAMILY RESTAURANT. By the way while you are sleeping this place requires a Boston Police cruiser to sit outside at 2 a.m. to babysit the insane crowd as they exit. So its taking away police that should be patrolling our streets to fight crime such as the three sexual assaults that happened today.Joe Mason
Again, Eastie resident is born and raised in Eastie. Everyone has their own opinion on new establishments, we can agree to disagree. I'm not with any 1 camp, I'll leave it at that. You say Jeffs' campaign workers are pulling dirty tactics..What would those tactics be? I personally have witnessed 2 clashes with Basiles camp....You can't tell me they aren't doing these things. One incident in Day Square and one incident outside the Dunkin Donuts at Maverick Station. We can all want different people to win however people should be fair!
How about the candidates be interviewed about this sexual predator we have lurking in and around the greenway/airport station area attacking our female citizens and see what they will do to catch this person and protect our residents?
Eastie resident and Interested in the issues, How come you two post one after the other?
I will tell you why, it;s because you are the same person.
Are you dropping some more silly bombs? What clashes?
These incidents are made up in your mind,
Keep dropping bombs because they are all duds. NO substance behind them, all lies. fizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Mr. Mason, its obvious that the Menino administration which backs Jeff Drago, doesn't care about East Boston. I Have lived in East Boston all my life, I used to be proud to say that I was from Eastie, now I'm ashamed. I'm ashamed of the dirty streets, the graffiti, the drinking establishments and the current politicians. WE NEED CHANGE NOW!
On September 25th, let your voices be heard and vote for anyone but Jeff. TEll the mayor the his machine is no longer in control and that we will not be pushed around or neglected.
Anonymous, are you on this blog just to aggravate the people who want to have discussions? I don't know you or anyone else on this blog. One could ask you the same thing. How are we to know that you aren't the same person with a different user name? Your not the only one on this blog that knows factual things so stop pretending you are. I asked about the candidates being asked about their thoughts on the top news story on channel 7 last night and today...the sexual predator preying on our innocent female residents of East Boston. Guess you don't care about addressing things that are facts because every time someone on this blog, and not just Eastie resident, says something you don't like you either Jeff bash or give crap to the blogger. You don't know as much as you think you do so don't give people a hard time for posting on this blog what they know to be facts and truths!
Interested about the issues: YOU MAKE NO SENSE AT ALL.
What do you think the 4 candidates are going to say about these horrible incidents. Do you think they are going to say its good?
If you are really interested in this issue go to the POLice station or set up a crime watch group. Councilman Mike Flaherty has set up a meeting to address this issue. If you really care get out from behind the computer and do something about it.
Donna Z, take note: I rejected your comments because...
1. You called someone an idiot.
2. YOU YELLED FOR THE ENTIRE POST. Please don't write in all caps.
Hey Jeff, why don't you really tell us what you stand for. As far as I can see, all you are doing is riding coat tails of elected officials. You claim in your literature is that you deliver. What is it that you actually deliver? Is it Pizza? Subs? Chinese Food? or just a bunch of hot air? Isn't it about time that you just step aside and let the person that deserves the seat, take the seat. You know that Mr.Basile has been an incredible community activist. Mr. Basile has been extremely generous to the elderly and the youth of this fine community. He has put his own money in making many children's Christmas's memorable. He has also taking time to visit with the elderly to listen to what their concerns in the community are. Jeff the only diffrence is that he's done this every year not just this year like yourself. You have a motive in visiting with them and thats to win the Rep seat. I hate to break the news to you but the people of this community know who is real. Mr Basile is compassionate, caring and concerned for this community. Enough said! Vote for Mr. Carlo Basile on September 25!
Jeff you attribute your "Ticket Fixing Scandal" to youthful indiscretion. I personally don't know of anyone that is 25 years old that attributes anything to youthful indiscretion. The bottom line is that you were busted for ilegally "squashing tickets". With this on your resume, we're suppose to believe that you will be our leader in the community. How on earth can you ever be trusted when you are pulling these deceptive acts behind the scenes. What will you sacrifice at the expense of this community? You should have an impeccable backround if you wish to take on this responsible position in State Government. In addition, you are the only candidate who has gone into your bag of tricks and started slinging mud. What message are you really sending when resort to these sleezy desperate acts. It'll be a cold day in hell before I would ever consider you as my State Rep. Finally, you mention that there were others involved in that "ticket scandal". Do you wish to come clean and give up those other names. I'm guessing that one may be closely associated to your headquarters. Let's face it Jeff, Carlo is a man of integrity and deserves this seat. He will stand up for everyone in this community and will work together with all political figures. Please vote for Carlo on Sept 25. Thank You
everyone's complaining about bars in East Boston, let's attack other issues like the corner of porter and london st's, accross from the mouth of the sumner tunnel an eye sore since the fall of 1983, a giant unattractive steele structure,owned by East Boston's biggest tax payer,If that land belonged to a poor East Boston resident,that thing would be torn down in a heart beat, I know Joe Mason's been on this issue for years but I have'nt seen any follow ups in the EB times,What's going on, 40 resident of the area.
JEFF DRAGO WILL SURPASS ALL OF THIS RIDICULOUS DRAMA WHICH IS CREATED BY BITTERNESS AND INGNORANCE. HE WILL TAKE THE LEAD IN THIS RACE!
Bottom line is that there are two conservative Democrats running and two very liberal Democrats running in this election. Are more residents conservative on issues or are they liberal? I guess we will know soon enough.
A good point was made:
You should have an impeccable backround if you wish to take on this responsible position in State Government.
Not only is there a blemish on Drago because of the ticket issue but there is also one on Basile for being forced out of his high ranking position at the registry.
Point well made.
Carlo Is A Republican he has raised money for Romney HEaley and now Rudy Giuliani he his no Democrat and he has no guts My Vote is for Jeff Drago!!!
WHO SAID HE WS FORCED OUT. Your Bombs are all duds. Fizz Wizz Fizz.
Keep making false claims. People on here are smart enough to tell the real bombs from the fake bombs. All the real bombs have fallen on Jeff Drago. The bombs you keep dropping on Carlo are all duds. Fizzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Jimbo what was wrong with my earlier post? Why wasn't it posted?
Another good point.........Why would someone who has been a republican his whole life all of sudden claim to be democrat to run for this seat?? Inquiring minds want to know.
Anonymous enough with trying to divert attention away from Basiles ouster from the registry will ya. It is a matter of public record. Argue something that isn't disputable. No bombs here just fact. He has a blemish on his record and you can't make it go away by saying things like, "silly bombs" or "fizzzzzz".
If comments are deleted they are either offensive, goofy, accusing or in all caps. I don't remember yours in particular.
FACTOID Basile was healey's right hand man in East Boston at the time during her campaign for governor, seeing them both walking up meridien st on a saturday afternoon trying to capture the poor people of East Boston to vote for a wealthy republican from the tony section of beverly farms. I don't buy it.
Mr. Basile has served this community with dignity for as long as I known him!
Obviously you don't know him!
He is a kind, loving and caring person.
At least he makes up his OWN mind and not told who to vote for
So, get over the republican bullxxxx and vote for the best person who will serve this community. That man is Mr. Basile
P.S. Why do you think people like Dave Arinella, Schettino Family, the LoConte family, Tassinari Family and so many other FAMILIES are supporting Carlo?
Take that to the bank!!!!!!
FACTOID, families are supporting Basile! Nuf said
People this is for your information:
A secret vote was taken yesterday at Boston City Hall.
The City councilors passed 7-6 to allow all illegal imigrants the right to vote in Boston.
Mik Flaherty and Ross voted for illegal imigrants to vote.
Steve Murphy voted against it.
People in Boston should be upset about this and you should call your City Councilors and find out how they voted.
I will try to find out how the rest voted and will post it here for you.
Mr. Mason can you please look into this.
Sorry about the last post. It was not for illegal immigrants to vote but for imigrants who are here legally nd on either work or student visas.
It is still wrong.
Under this Bill the terrorist hi-jackers that were responsible for 9-11, who were here legally, would of had the right to vote.
THAT IS WRONG!
Jeff why don't you call Mayor menino and dmand more Police officers patrol east Boston. east Boston's crime right is escalting. Most crimes here in eastie don't even get reported. Illegal immigrants don't report crimes, even if its rape or assaults.
I understand that illegal immigrants who live in other cities don't report either but East Boston has alot more illegals than most other communities.
Family man shouldn't be putting names of individuals or family names who are in support of Basile on the web. Maybe they don't want there name out there. Besides we all know who they are and we also know who is in support of the other candidates. As a city hall worker I know first hand how the Basile supporters are being looked upon........Not a pretty picture. Basile won't last 6 months IF he is elected and that is a big IF.
According to Nancy LoConte, in Councilor LaMattina's office, to who I just spoke, that vote was last week and it failed on a 7-6 vote. Please, this forum has been able to provide all of us with another venue through which to express ourselves, but we need to disseminate correct information. Others should call to verify this information for themselves. I will continue to lobby against illegal immigrants' being granted the right to vote. That is a privilege that must reserved for citizens.
Thank you.
That is wrong. the ordinance was defeated 7-6 and had nothing to do with Illegal immigrants. It was about LEGAL residents who pay taxes being allowed to vote in Municipal elections. Not state or Federal elections. Just Council and Mayor. Get your facts straight. Also, the Mayor was supportive of the ordinance.
Allow me to be even clearer: The only individuals who should be allowed to vote in any election, city, state or federal, are legal citizens. Not even permanent residents should have the right to vote, as they are not citizens. Whoever posted the initial comments at least has brought to our attention the fact that some in local government may be planning to circumvent the citizenship requirement. Does everyone understand why citizen vigilance of government is so important?
I deleted a post by "For the Truth" despite his or her request not to because, as far as I know, the accusations are hearsay and they delve into a candidate's personal life.
Of course why wouldn't the mayor be supportive of this stupid ordiance
Interested in the issue:
What a shocker..you work for City Hall.....all you are is a bomb tosser. You should give up because your bombs are without merit and are duds. I would love to meet you for a beer somewhere but I bet you would never agree to it
Today Jeff Drago and Carlo Basile had standouts. Jeff Drago had approximtely 45 people. 95% of the people were from local 22 and don't even live in East Boston. Carlo had around thge same number but 95% do live in East Boston.
Jeff it;s sad when you have to recruit people from outside of East Boston. I know every candidate has outside supporters but most of yours live outside of eastie.
What does that say about you? It tells me that you are not be supported by the people of East Boston.
Gee Jim, you allowed hear say things about Basile! I wonder who you are supporting? Again, you post only the things that you favor.
Jimbo, how come you let someone post that Basile was oustered from the Registry? Where are the facts? It's not even hearsay, it's one person dropping lies or "bombs" as another poster called them. Why do you post that without any merits backing that claim.
The way I see it you should post everything or nothing. Please don't pick and chose. It's not fair.
Jeff, 45 peole held signs for you taody. Most of them were from local 22 and don't live in the neighborhood. Your standout started at 3:30 because local 22 gets off of work at 3:00 and they refused to standout at 5:00pm (the usual time for standouts. Are you really that desperate?
Do you want the voters of East Boston to vote for you because you have a bunch of outsiders holding signs for you? This election is about the people of East Boston not outsiders.
Jeff, I hope everyone that votes in this election actually lives in East Boston. Just a word to the wise. It's illegal to vote here in East Boston if you do not live here. So if you live in Revere, Saugus or as far away as New Hampshire stay away from the polls.
It's a crime and people will be watching.
I live in Salem NH, but my baby's momma lives in East Boston. Why shouldn't I be able to vote there if it's going to effect my son's life. Go away I'm voting regardless. of what you say.
Mary, what do you think we should do to decrease voting fraud. I think it's a joke to walk into any polling station and not be required to show any identification.
The way things are now it's possible for one person to vote at every precint and you don't even have to live here in East Boston.
Vote for Mary on September 25th.
I read a story in the paper about how Ice was in East Boston to round up MS-13 members which ere here illegally. The story went on to say how some illegals were scared and didn't show up for work.
I say TOO BAD. If you are here illegally you should be nervous everytime you see a police car. You are breaking the law. Mary, is the only candidate who has the intestinal fortitude to make a stance on this issue. All illegals are criminals.
According to Webster:
Illegal: 1. Prohibited by law.
2. Sports & Games. prohibited by official rules. 3. Comp. Sci. Not performed by a computer. -n
An illegal immigrant
Crime n. 1 An act committed or omitted in violation of a law.
Criminal adj. 1. Of or involving crime. 2. Guilty of a crime. -n. One who has committed a crime.
What is it about the above that liberals don't understand.
An illegal immigrant has committed a crime thus they are criminals.
Gee Jimbo, you havent responded to the fact that you allow "hearsay" accusations against Basile to be posted. I guess your voting for another candidate! You made that clear and don't say your fair because your not.
What happened to the Leone story? This family was terrorized by Drago's family. Why is this being lost in the shuffle?
The Parking ticket scandal and the Leone story have been pushed aside because it's getting down to crunch time. The Drago camp wants us to forget about these 2 important injustices. Do not vote for the machine on September 25th.
Drago knows he is behind and thats why he reverted to negative campaigning. Thats also you are seeing the Mayor asking local 22 to stand at his standouts. On Sept. 25th, vote for Carlo Basile - a man who has given to this community throughout his lfe - and will put his loyalty to East Boston and its residents.
Anonymous~why is it a shocker that I work at city hall?? If you know anything you know that there are many city hall workers actively campaigning for Basile shockingly enough.
And heresay is only that which isn't a fact. Just an FYI.
cupcakes70The host of this blog did an interview as requested with this family. This is not an election issue. How much more time is the host expected to spend on it?
Jeff, how many people from outside of East Boston will you have at the debate tomorrow?
Mayor menini has made it clear that he wants you to win and that he will do whatever it takes. Don't you understand that this is working against you? The people of East Boston are sick and tired of the "machine"
The same people get to eat with this regime. Just look at the Albanos. The entire family works for the City. Thats why Tony has no choice but to back Drago. He has too much riding if he doesn't.
What percentage of folks with Drago signs on their houses will vote for Carlo or even one of the ladies?
Look an amazing thing just happened again: Eastie resident and interested in the issues just posterd back to back again.
they are definitely the same person!
why is local 22 involved? is jeff a laborer?
Jeff how many local 22 members will be holding signs for you at the debate?
Don't you know anyone from East Boston?
Jim, you still havent answered the question. Why do YOU allow hearsay attacks on Basile but won't post the ones against Drago?
You said yourself that you don't know who you are voting for, but I disagree on that fact alone. You are playing one side; you let things by when you want. Nuf said
Not sure why one blogger keeps making reference to who posts a comment before or after me.......Again, diverting attention when it is something you don't like. Why is it the person that keeps dropping names shows up before or after you post another comment. And people want to bash the Albanos now?!?! Went down the wrong path there!
EastBostonRules
Says to Anon
That disgusting eyesore of a steel frame at the corner near the tunnel is owned by Mr.Vincent Lombardo.He has had valid permits to build for 3 years the following.4 apartments,and office,and a store.He refuses to build because he has been Denied two times for a Billboard on the roof .He let the permits expire once,then went back again,and both times they refused his lame excuse "We need the revenuse from the Billboard" to make the project work. Give me a break,they own almost all of Central Square alone,and are richer than you could ever imagine.
But like all of the outsiders ,all they want to do is exploit us,and our community,as they laugh at us all the way to the bank. The L.U.C.has asked the B.R.A.to take it by eminent domain if he refuses to build,and lets the permits expire agin. That will be a total of four years.At the last hearing after he got Denied agin a Billboard he turned to me ,and said"Its going to sit there and rot until I get my Billboard". So I think the City should step in,after all thats how they stole Wood Island Park from us for Massport.
"Not going to scripted debate!!
Joe Mason
E.B.L.U.C.
Debate was great! Everyone got to see what the candidates are all about. It is clear who is the most experienced for this seat if it wasn't before the debate.
Hey Jeff, we already received word that you and some lame union will be coming out with another shameful full page negative attack on Carlo. Can you just get it through your head that it's not working!! We can't help it that you came to a gunfight with a knife. What do you think will happen this go around. Do you really believe that people are receptive to your negative baloney! Once again, you will be turning Drago voters into Basile voters, Thank You! Our inside Drago camp source has also notified us that you will be walking with our famous Mayor in the very near future, LOL! C'mon Jeff, what are you trying to prove here? I get it, you're connected right? The real question is are you connected to the people of East Boston and that answer is Absolutely NOT! I can see the papers on 9/26....Mayor's machine, no MORE!
Oh no, Oh no, the Mayor is coming? Everybody hide! Are you serious? He's going to be walking around with Jeff? OMG, is there anything that you can do on your own Jeff besides squash tickets. It doesn't matter who walks with you Jeff, you are going down for the count along with the Mayor, Sal, Anthony and Trav. As for the negative attack, Jeff why not focus on what your positives are instead. Let me guess, they are far and few between, right. Negative is about all you bring to the table! Your tactics are immature and spark no enthusiasm in any Voter. Instead of trying to be productive you go and hide behind any polititian or union that will stand up for you. You need to be on the forefront not the other people. Stop trying to mask what you really stand for. On election day, you will see just how nice your ads are going to be perceived. As for the Mayor, doesn't he have more important issues to address at City level than to waste time walking around with you. Culo a sorreta!
They are not negative ads, they are truthful. If these unions choose to spend their own corporate money to publish these ads they have a right to do so. It is obvious they have a reason for wanting to do so as well. The last one hit the nail on the head! Basile has been a republican his whole life, this is a publicly known truth. It is also known that he flipped to democrat for this race. Did anyone see the debate first hand? It was clear who the most qualified candidate was. Basile gave the most evasive answers imaginable. He was unclear on issues and his answers were ridiculously vague. On 3 occasions he had to even motion to his supporters to be quiet because they became unruly. The truth was heard, it may have hurt some but it was indeed heard by all.
TO: INTERESTED IN THE ISSUES.
FIRST OF ALL, CARLO IS PRO-UNION AND HAS MANY STRONG UNIONS SUPPORTING HIS CANDIDACY. IF HE WAS THE REPUBLICAN YOU CLAIM THAT HE IS, HE WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN ENDORSED BY THESE UNIONS. SECOND OF ALL, SINCE WHEN DOES CHEERING FOR YOUR CANDIDATE MAKE YOU UNRULY. IF YOU WERE THERE, CARLO WANTED US TO KEEP IT DOWN IN ORDER TO BE RESPECTFUL TO ALL THE CANDIDATES. I DON'T RECALL ANY OF THE OTHER CANDIDATES REQUESTING THEIR SUPPORTERS TO KEEP IT DOWN AFTER THEY ANSWERED QUESTIONS. OBVIOUSLY THIS ULTIMATELY SHOWS WHO IS THE CLASSIEST CANDIDATE.
I agree. And I look forward to donating to Carlo's campaign.
In response to DIDYOUSEEWHATISAW:
I just figured out who you are. For a while you've been able to create new blogger names and make it seem that you are different people...Funny thing is everytime you log on your seen and then something like this comment shows up.
Class?!?! That is what you perceived those outbursts as?? He didn't tell them 3 times to quiet down because they were cheering. People became "Unruly" the 3 times he had to ask people to be quiet. And yes I did see the debate along with everyone else. Funny thing is all you address is the supporters part of the comment. Doesn't dismiss the fact that he gave "beat around the bush" answers that were ridiculously vague. He didn't address anything in the way anyone would expect someone seeking the seat he is.
As far as the unions. Good for Basile that there are a couple of unions backing him. The unions that back the other candidates choose to do so for good reason. This race isn't about any candidates "supporters"! It is about how well the candidate can address and do something about the issues that face the community. I heard not one shred of anything that would suggest that he had clear cut plans. And I was not the only one at the debate that saw how he responded and heard his answers. It will be on the community channel, perhaps you should re-watch it. You can try to bury every other fact that you don't want to accept as true for the person you support but you can't dismiss that public display. It was worse than horrendous.
TO: INTERESTED IN THE ISSUES:
You just figured out who I am? I beg to differ!! As for your candidate who gave straight to the point responses. Why don't you sit with him and eat some popcorn and re-watch the so-called "debate". It's amazing how many different boards that Mr.Drago is on. We were all impressed how he was able to continuously pat himself on the back for all the great work he has done for this community. He mentioned that he was at these meetings and those meetings, when in reality he was at law school on our dime. It's true that he was suppose to be in attendence but according to our sources at those meetings, Mr. Drago was always MIA. Do you have an explanation for these "issues" that we have with your candidate. Do you also have an explanation for why your candidate was caught red-handed trying to squash his own parking tickets and God knows how many others which got through. This is the kind of man that you want to represent our community! This community is not stupid when your candidate attributes these criminal acts to youthful wrongdoing when he was 25 yrs old. According to most people, 25 years of age is not youthful, he was very mature in the mind and also very deceitful. We're not about to get into a name calling situation here, all we want is the truth to be told. Just tell your candidate to come clean and be honest. You know it as well as I do, this community can ill afford another puppet.
To: Interested in the issues---
No, I just figured out who you are. You're someone that will always be a follower. It seems as though that you cannot think for yourself. You perceive everything to be a fantasy because that's what they want you to believe. It may be time to get a reality check. How could ou possibly want someone that is going to be a yes man. This is America and we all have the freedom to think on our own 2 feet. We don't have to agree with the machine if we fell it's not in this community's best interest. We need someone like Carlo that will stand up for everyone collectively. He has all the tools to lead this community down the right path. After all, he has been a registered Democrat all his life! Contrary to the negativity that your candidate "Drago" is trying to spread around town, Carlo has been a perfect gentleman in this race. He has more then enough bombs that he can toss but he's not about being "Negative". As for the so-called "debate", give me a break! Is that we would call a debate? Couldn't you see that all of Drago's responses were scripted. He was very animated with those responses wasn't he. If he studied as hard in Law school, maybe he would have passed the bar exam. On 9/26, he can go back to school and focus all his energy on attaining a pass grade on that bar exam that eludes him. I would also add that my coments are not meant as insults, just stating the facts.
Jeff what big guns are you pulling out now? The state Democratic Committee maybe. Just what East Boston needs. Another machine telling us how to vote. We are tired of the Mayor and we are already tired of Jeff. We know what we need and want. Tell your political cronies to stay home. We will get this election right all on our own.
In response to Imustbreakyou:
You seem to have logged in with your "other" blogger name because my comment about figuring out who you are was directed at: DidyouseewhatIsaw.
Funny thing, both those blogger names responded to it. Sorta messed up there.
Don't assume to think or know that I am voting for Jeff. I am simply stating facts....Have you read any of the articles about the debate. Jeff won it hands down.
And what happened to the full page ad you claim as a "drago camp insider" to have known to be published...guess you were wrong there too. Then there were the comments about being a "city hall insider". Enough really. It is obvious the same person is making these comments.
Lets' not get into the "dropping bombs" issue. Basile has skeletons in his closet and everyone knows it. He has not once publicly addressed his ouster from the registry..at least Jeff was open to talking publicly about his mistake!
You seem to think as a Basile supporter you know who is voting for Jeff, your wrong there. And trust me, "there is no insider" in the drago camp that is running back to the Basile camp with info. Nice try though.
Then there is the issue with his party....Real sorry but I've known Basile for years and HE IS NOT a lifelong democrat! And ya know what else, historically, republicans don't win in our great city! Just a statistical FYI for ya.
Once again, you messed up by using 2 different blogger names to respond to my post. I saw you online then those 2 comments were the next ones posted.. How silly.
The issues that are most important to the voters were addressed strongly by 1 candidate. Not our fault it wasn't yours.
To: Interested in the issues:
I'm glad the Mr. Boston of the East Boston times wrote about the debate/forum in this week's Times.
He obviously was there for the entire debate, he doesn't agree with anything you stated. If people want the truth about the debate, either watch it for yourself or read Mr. Boston. Carlo supporters were not unruly. Stop making up lies,you are just hurting your candidate.Carlo might not have been as polished as Jeff but that's exactly what East Boston wants. East Boston wants one of US fighting up there at the State House. We want one of US to represent the needs of East Boston. I'm glad that you agree that Jeff is just another politician. On September 25th please vote your conscious. Don't vote for someone because you are told to vote for that person. On September 25th let your voices be heard.
Charles: When I mentioned the papers I was simply stating that they favored one candidate more than the other. I am undecided as of right now, although, the debate has me leaning towards one more now than before. And the Basile supporters, and I am not trying to bash anyone here, were unruly at one point. Some of them yelled out things and Carlo asked them not to do that. The debate was great with a great turnout. I wish more undecided voters were there so they could have made their choice easier. Thanks for the insight Charles.
To interested in the issues: Who am I now? I'm reading your comments and can't help but to laugh at your ridiculous comments. You claim to know who this guy is and who that guy is because they posted their comments at this time at that place and so on. Who the heck cares! You keep ranting about people being unruly at the Debate. Who the heck really cares? It's old news, let's move on buddy! I really take issue with the fact that you claim that Carlo was ousted from the Registry. Where are your facts? I know, you have none! Simply because he left on his own to pursue other endeavours in his life. I had no idea that he needed to check in with you or anyone else to get your blessing before making decisions in his personal life. I suggest that you stop these personal attacks on him unless you have FACTS. All you have is hot air! If you are unable to back up a claim, then you shouldn't make your candidate "Jeff" look like a fool. Its supporters like you that could ultimately cost him the race. You are entitled to speculate all you want, but when you put it in print, you better be able to back it. How's this, I'm calling you on the carpet to prove your self-destructive claim. I say bring it!! Just as I thought, nothing there bud!
To interested in issues: I totally agree with all the other people. You are really starting to annoy people who are trying to use this blog as an avenue to voice their opinion. However, in your case, you keep making references to many false allegations. If you don't have the proof, I suggest you stop offending people who read and write on this blog. Furthermore, I believe that you are Jeff Drago in disguise!
Do you know why Carlo won't address the Registry "oustered" questin?...It;s because it;ls nonsense and not true. You are just dropping bombs. They are duds fizz fizz fizz. Get that through your head. Go tell Jeff to fix some more tickets.
It isn't bashing anyone, it is fact. I'm all for discussing issues as I have said and posted many times before.
To: Interested in issues: Just as I suspected, you have nothing!! You haven't got an ounce of proof for anything that you commented on about Carlo. It was all a bunch of hot air, right. You ranted and raved about all these wrongdoings and then come back and state that you want to discuss issues. It just goes to show what Drago supporters are all about. False Statements! False Hope! and False Candidate! We'd appreciate it if you would stop this non-sense.
I'm not interested in debating with you whether they are facts or not ok JM. I've posted many times about wanting to discuss the issues. Read back in the blog and you will see that. Ya really can't give crap to people that question another candidates ethics and background when your bashing one.
to: interested in the issues, you are right when you say that you can;t give someone crap for questioning someone's ethics. But they must be true not lies like you post. You have no facts. Although Luna does not back carlo and has some issues with him atleast she admits that there is no evidence to support your lies. You and others are giving Jeff a really bad reputation. he is doing terrible all by himself, he does not need your help to make it worse.
I agree that this blog should be about people expressing their opinions. And you don't have to like what I say however you cannot tell me what I know to be fact isn't just because you don't like that I am putting it out there. Lets' just agree on that. And again, I've never said i'm backing one candidate. I've simply expressed my opinion on particular candidates. It does not mean I am backing any of them. Honestly, I myself have taken a peek at the poll numbers and Jeff isn't doing terrible as you said. Again, doesn't mean I'm backing him I'm simply saying that I am staying on top of the race and he is not doing bad at all. Matter of fact, as of today I would say his campaign has picked up speed and is gaining momentum. This will be a very interesting election. I think we can all agree that whom ever is elected we all hope that person does right by the citizens of this great community.
EastBostonRules,Now known as EastBostonRules.
Says to Ernie Torgersen:
I just read your August 25th post about the Land Use Council,and Groping.
Wow I thought you were a friend.You always shake my hand,and never once complained about the L.U.C..
First I suggest that you read my post of EastieRules dated 9-2-07 AT 901P.M.,AND 9-03-07 AT 444P.M.,so that you can get your facts straight about the Wordsworth Street family.
"We did not decide thier outcome."
as you said.My entries give all of the facts that are a matter of record.
There is another old saying Ernie "you can leed a horse to water,but you can't make him drink".They refused our sound Legal advice that would of saved them.
Now to the rediculous idea that Groping is not a crime! Yikes,what planet are you living on.I suggest you ask the 8 month Pregnamt lady if she thought it was a crime.
I have a 17 year old daughter,and if anyone tried to grop her,I can assure you there isn't a place on this planet he could hide from me.
By the time I was done he would be praying the police got him before me.
I am shocked at your disrespect for our council,considering you have attended meetings to get help for certain problems not to far from your own house.
Lets see who was in attendance at those meetings .All Land Use Council members,You,as well as many people who live on your block.
Now lets see who did not attend even though they were invited. NO ONE FROM CITY HALL.
So you can support whoever you want,but the Machine did not support you. As a matter of fact you still have the problem as of today.
The Machine backed an approval,and got it for that guy for two Forbidden uses that are destroying your area.
We did our part,and voted to Deny.Where was your friends from City Hall? Home !
Ernie I strogly suggest that you change your views on groping!!!
I also suggest that all of you read Jimbos blog on the 303 Cafe.
Nuff Said!!!!!
Joe Mason
Proud Eastie Lifer!!!!!
Jimbo...Can you direct me to your blog on the 303 Cafe? Thanks.
Interested in issues: You really do have some serious issues. Who the heck do you think you are? We are really getting sick and tired of your sarcastic comments to Jimbo. He's doing a fabulous job here and doesn't really need to be repeatedly insulted by you. If you don't like the he is doing, then why don't you go fly a kite instead.
I'm interested in Motta's issues only!! Not yours or Jeff's!!
Zipitplease:
Have no clue what your talking about!! I have not once insulted Jimbo....I have continuely thanked him on this blog. Not sure what the heck your talking about. Don't associate me with one candidate since you have no idea which candidate I am voting for. I'll tell ya, this comment came out of the sky. Jimbo has been given crap on this blog, however NOT ONCE by me. Matter of fact the last question I directed to Jim was followed with a Thanks. Your obviuosly confused. Please have your facts before posting anything further. Ok? Great:)
EastBostonRules
Says to
Everyone!
I hope you are checking out the newest Jimbo blog on the money each candidate got from donations,as well as where they spent it.
Our humble host Jimbo has done an outstanding job,on making it so easy to get.
Just go to the Tracking Funds blog,and click on each person name.
It will open up ,and scroll down to the bottom.
A= The list of who donated,and how much,and
6= Where they spent the money donated to them.
I have tried in one way or another all over this blog to let people know what Jimbo did for the public.
No matter what camp you are in its simply amazing information.
Most Amazing to me was the money paid out list.
Remember "If your Not Laughing,Your Not Living!!!
Joe Mason
Proud to sign my name,and Proud to Live in Eastie
To Joe Mason everywhere on the blog:
To be honest with you, I could really care less who raised what and who spent what where. It's not what I'm basing my vote on. I have no idea why you think of yourself as such a hero for disclosing this fact. Joe, it's public information and most of us know where to find it. We don't really need your assistance. Furthermore, it seems to me that you believe to be some wealth of information regardless of the topic being discusses. Well I have news for you, I truly believe you to be a nuisance to all bloggers. In the best interest of all bloggers, please keep your comments to a minimul. Finally, you don't intimidate a soul on this blog by signing your name. I'll go ahead and sign my name and we'll see what you have to say to that!
Gloribell Mota I'm Salvadorean and I will be voting for Jeff Drago I Know Mr Chinchilla he is not steal anyones money. thanks of him we play soccer in our East Boston Community he is a very good person who loves politics he should be running For state Representative not you.
EastBostonRules
Says to Angel
First Hello,Second I do not know you,Third I never posted a comment that said Anyone should look at the list of who raised how much,and where they spent it ,to be a deciding factor in anyones decission on who to vote for.
I said it is simply amazing.
Although you may think of me as a pain,I am sure that its because you do not know me as a person.
That being said I know who I am voting for,and the lists had nothing to do with it.
However,and wherever you stand ,if you are from East Boston,you should be concerned with all of the cash going to all of them from outside of Eastie.
I wish you nothing but the best,and where you got the idea that I was intimidating anyone is simply nonsense.
Best of luck to your chosen candidate,we just might be voting for the same person.
Have a nice day!
Joe Mason
Proud East Bostonian.
Hey Jeff, You must be totally embarrassed by today's paper. OMG, isn't it amazing with all the backing you claim to have received from these guys, you were only able to raise less than half of Carlo's total. In addition, Gloribell was able to raise almost as much as you with no power backing. The picture is becoming much more clear now. Carlo has an incredible amount of support from the people of this fine community. It clearly goes to show that it's actions that speak louder than words or pictures. Throughout this campaign, you have attempted to ride the coattails of Trav,Petrucelli, LaMattina and the Mayor. Each and every week you have posed for pictures with at least of one of the above named officials. This campaign should have been about what you were going to do to improve this community, not what the Mayor's or anyone else's ideas were. We the voters were also able to read in the EB Times today that you mirrored the Mayor's views. If you wanted this seat, you should have brought your own ideas to the table. Furthermore, in my opinion, you ran a dirty and negative campaign. You constantly ran ads and spoke about how Carlo was a Republican or is a Republican running for a Democratic seat. The truth is, Carlo has been a lifelong Democrat unlike the picture you're trying to paint. Just because he supported a Republican candidate, it doesn't make him a Republican. At the time, he supported the less of 2 evils as did I. What's wrong with having independent views. We the people have the priviledge to support whomever we wish. In my view, it doesn't make any voter or candidate any less of a Democrat. We should support a person's ideas rather than the party itself. In closing, I believe it's too little too late for you Jeff. You may want to consider running against Sal in the near future. I can certainly assure you that you would win the seat with ease.
Ya know the one thing that I find funny........As a voter it is fine to have an independant voice. However, as a voter I wouldn't call myself republican/democrat if I didn't always support/vote that way because that is not a TRUE one. People can say what they want but it doesn't dismiss the fact that those of us that know Carlo know he was a republican forever. The only reason he chose to label himself as a republican is because historically republicans DO NOT win elections in our great city! Honestly, enough about how he isn't a republican. Everybody, including his own campaign staffers, and I'm talking the close ones, know he is in fact a republican and always has been.
To Interested in Issues:
Let's get one thing straight Sherlock. You claim to be close to Carlo right? I guarantee you one thing Sherlock, you're not as nearly as close to him as I am. I can meet you anywhere, anytime to prove it to you. You have been ranting on this blog from day one. Why don't you come forward and state your name? If you know so much about Carlo, then you would obviously be voting for him because he is by far the better candidate. Unlike the candidate that your supporting who has many skeletons in his closet. It seems to me that you love to make accusations and then can't back any of it up. What happened with the previous claim that you made about Carlo being ousted from the Registry? Where's your proof? Let me guess! You have nothing Pal! You come back with a response of all I want to do is discuss the issues. You want me to tell you why, it's because you cannot substantiate any of the garbage that you are tossing around. Just as I suspected, another Jeff Cronie trying to bring down a hard working honest man. Furthermore, I think you need to find another hobby because you're spending way too much time on this blog. It's apparent that you have nothing better to do but fabricate these ridiculous rumors. In closing, for the record I will state that Carlo is the True Democrat in this race. He's not reaching out to get support from local pols like your candidate. He's out working very hard every day to discuss the community issues with voters. Your candidate thinks he can just lay back and win this race riding the coattails of all the other pols.
We'll see just who the people think is the better person. Carlo isn't going to be a yes man to anyone, anytime. He cares deeply about this community and it's future. He will stand up for the people even if it means that he has to get his hands dirty. Jeff has never gotten his hands dirty and never will! This community is fed up with "yes" pols at the voter's expense.
Based on what was heard at the debate it is very clear who the "better candidate" is! You would be surprised how many "undecided" voters are no longer undecided after seeing the debate. This is a blog and nobody needs to identify who they are. You can also, as a blogger, believe what you want and have your opinion. After all isn't that what a blog is for? Just because I didn't revisit factual comments made previously doesn't mean there is nothing to back those up. It means I'm not gonna get into a "he said, she said" with you. I know what the facts are surrounding the candidates so there is no need to "prove" anything said. The facts are out there for everyone to know. Being an educated voter, I knew to do my homework on them all. I find it funny your still saying I am voting for Jeff. You would know that how exactly? Pretty funny since he isn't my choice of candidate.
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