The candidate gets some points for keeping more like a "Live Chat" by answering more questions and by answering questions relatively quickly.

Mr. Tisei placed himself somewhere to the right of Congressman Tierney but not very far right IMHO. Sounded like a RINO. He wouldn't say where he would cut spending, wouldn't rule out tax hikes, is in favor of government restructuring of mortgages, ...

IMHO, Mr. Tisei did appear to see the forest from the trees in his answers to several questions. Congressman Tierney always seems to be talking about this tree or that group of trees or more work to be done on that other tree but never about the forest. Again, just my humble opinion.

Over the past several months I've had the opportunity to talk and to e-mail with Richard Tisei on many occaissions. When I select a candidate I have to trust him and believe that he will perform his duties as advertised. Richard Tisei has passed that test many times over. The candidate does not have to agree with me on every issue as long as he does not make bad decisions in an effort to compromise on an issue that is bad for for America. Richard passes that test. He will not throw away my savings in order to increase his own chances to better himself. He is a man of conviction that has a sound fiscal plan that will protect the people he works for. Richard Tisei will work with all Businesses hoping to open up the jobs market. He will return pride giving people a paycheck that will lead them out of the hard times. Richard genuinely likes people and can relate with them. What you are seeing is exactly what you will get should he win. We need candidates that will do what is right for America, not cater to special interest groups. When you do the right thing you don't have to cater. With Richard T isei you know how he will vote because of who he is. He will not vote a certain way because someone tells him to, he must agree that it's the right thing. He may be wrong but he will vote his conscience without giving away the store when it comes to fairness. Just an opinion, however, I don't give out these statements freely; you need more than an "R" after their name.

Tisei is too liberal for my tastes, but ANYONE is better than tierney.

I am libertarian when it comes to personal issues...enjoy yourself as long as you don't bother anyone, I am not a big fan of "Gay pride parades". As I would not be of "heterosexual parades". I have voted for Tierney in the past, but can no longer do so. It's a combination of his do nothing record and his personal mess. Tisei will get my vote and from what I hear, the votes of my friends and family. I think Tierney is toast.

This guy is pro-abortion and pro-homsexual marriage. Is that the type of sick world we want to raise our children in? My husband and I are Republican but we'll sit this election out.

Public Union officials salaries $250,000 to $387,000 dollars
Wine prices up due to Calif Vineyards prohibition on planting around salamanders.
Catholic Schools rebirth due to vouchers.

Anyone that would "Sit this one out" because of social issues is irresponsible. John Tierney is a progressive liberal democrat that has voted with his party on every issue. At least with Tisei you will enjoy actual debate on each issue prior to his vote being cast. He may even actually read the legislation first and consider the impact rather than voting the party line!!!! Why would Tierney even read the stuff if he is just going to vote with democrat leadership? Great job if you can get it.

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http://townhall.com/columnists/thomassowell/2012/06/12/socialist_or_fascist
very very good read.

@ Gene
As Minority Leader, Richard Tisei has fought for key reforms that would make government more efficient and the Massachusetts economy more competitive, pursuing a legislative agenda that emphasizes transparency and accountability to the state's taxpayers. During the current legislative session, he led opposition to the sales tax increase, while simultaneously offering over $1 billion in cost-saving reform measures. He also took on the current administration's mismanagement of the Massachusetts Turnpike Authority, exposing its handling of the traffic debacle that occurred over the Easter Sunday holiday weekend.

@Gene
Despite Republicans' being outnumbered 35-5 in the Senate – the most lopsided party division in the nation – Richard has used his position as Minority Leader to become an effective spokesman for the Republican Party, calling attention to a wide range of issues, most notably those related to wasteful spending. He has been at the forefront of efforts to eliminate government waste and inefficiencies, reduce the tax burden on Massachusetts residents, and promote policies that will help small businesses create jobs and remain competitive.

Gene, no doubt, also supports Elizabeth Warren because, like John Teirney she has no ethical standards...

Anne, two things. One, I believe the reason some of your posts aren't showing is because most news websites will hold the posting of comments by someone who has posted multiple times in a short span of time. It's used to block and protect against spammers. I don't work for or with the Patch, but I doubt that it is an editorial decision.

And, involving your last comment, I just have to make one historical correction. Alexander Hamiltion was a Federalist, meaning that he was for a stronger central government. He actually pushed for the national government to hold most of the power. I think Samuel Adams or Patrick Henry would be a better example with your post. Nothing against you, just wanted to point that out.

To Anne Sweeney: You state," I have yet to see good schools, good fire departments, or good policing". I don't quite know how to respond civilly. Here goes.

Since you seem educated, you probably attended public school or know someone that did.

Since you are alive, at one point in your life, or someone's life, you/they needed the police to assist you.

Assuming you live/have lived in a house/apartment, etc., or know someone that has, you or they probably needed the fire department at some point.

Did anyone ask for a credit card or cash at the door?

If you or someone you know has been involved in a car accident, did the First Responders ask for money or a check made out to their jurisdiction?

I look forward to your highly educated response.

Anne, If Richard Tisei is not conservative enough for you, even on fiscal issues, vote for Teirney, let me know how that works out for you fruitcacke!

Tierney must be thrilled by your support. You sound like a lunatic! You must be incredibly unhappy with your life to be so angry with everyone else's. What is so fragile in your marriage that it can be threatened by anyone else's?

Anne you really need to wake up and see what is going on around you.

May we all just admit that Anne just might be a homophobe? There is little else to explain the dichotomies in her views. It is always the far right and far left issues that muddy the waters and they tend to be social in nature. Madison, Jefferson, Adams and Hamilton et al didn't worry about such things. Despite their poitical differences they each went to church on Sunday morning and were grounded in christian morality and feared the wrath of god.

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The president shamelessly uses his executive power to subvert Congress because he is inept and powerless at building coalitions to work within the legislative branch to accomplish ANYTHING, which is evidenced by the fact that during his entire administration the Congress has not accomplished its primary mission which is to pass an operating budget for the country!! If he really cared he would have had legislation introduced to accomplish these immigration goals as his executive order can be reversed in January by the next Chief Executive. He panders to ANY voting block that might yield a few more votes and you call this an improvement to out immigration policies? NOT! Furthermore, in 14 years John Tierney has not written ONE piece of meaningful legislation that has become law! Now that is progress, liberal style!

A diary entry by Louisiana Gov. Bobby Jindal, whom I wish would have moved to Mass instead of Louisiana

I suspect that many in the Obama Administration don't really believe in private enterprise. At best, they see business as something to be endured so that it can provide tax money for government programs.

Indeed, the President had to quickly retract his recent comment that the private sector was doing fine, despite lagging economic growth, stagnant wages and continued record high unemployment rates. The problem is that the private sector is so foreign to our President that he would need a passport to go there and a translator to understand what is happening.

We scoff at the notion of redistribution of wealth as if it is a nutty and discredited socialist notion. But that's not the way they see it. They see "redistribution of wealth" as a pejorative term for exactly what they believe in. They of course don't call it "redistribution of wealth," they call it "taking care of people," they call it "progress," they call it "government."

While the liberalism of the Obama Administration is widely understood, the incompetence of it remains a bit of an untold story. A few weeks back, I made the comment that prior to being President, Obama had never run anything, that in fact he had never even run a lemonade stand. That's a fun line, and folks were entertained by it. But, here's the problem: it's not a joke, it's the truth.

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We put a guy in the White House who has no experience running anything. In that sense, the joke's on us. But again, it's not a joke. America simply cannot afford another four years of on-the-job training. There may have been times in our country's history where having an untested leader in the White House would have been fine, but this is certainly not one of those times. Yes, President Obama needs to go because his liberal policies are wrong and bad for America. But it's worse than that; it's basic incompetence. He is also the most incompetent president since Jimmy Carter.

Politicians are like the boy who cried wolf; they always say the sky is falling, a wolf is coming, the end is near, etc. It's been said so much that people don't believe it. But the truth is that America is the proverbial frog in the pot, it's coming to a boil, but we think it's cozy and relaxing. This time, however, the sky IS falling, and the wolf of debt and bankruptcy really IS at the door. We simply have to win this election.

The state should not be in the "marriage" business at all! Civil unions should be the only instrument the state recognizes. If you want to be married within a particular church that is between the couple and their respective Chruch. Another issue created by the state, meddling in business it has no rightful place in.

You presume many things about me, not the least of which is that I share your 'us' and 'they' attitude. I think civil rights were meant to apply to every citizen. And, NO, civil union is not enough. Not sure who told you that everyone was ok with civil unions. I do agree with you on one point, let's just call it marriage, not gay marriage.

Patch editors, I'm curious - is there a limit to the number of posts one individual may contribute per story? I grew up around the corner from Mr. Tisei and recall him to be a quiet and studious young man. We are so fortunate to live in a time where people can live openly and respectfully despite their differences. Please disregard the small minority who feel otherwise. Best of luck in your campaign!

Nancy. No there is not.

And the fact that we (conservatives) fight over social issues when there are bigger fish to fry, that REALLY EFFECT us, is disconcerting. People choosing not to vote based on ONE social issue? Come on!

Right on Melissa!!!