DevalWatch


 *  in pursuit of good government in Massachusetts and beyond... 

Background
There is an illusion of democracy in these United States of America, and Massachusetts has not escaped this illusion. The people of Massachusetts must be forever vigilant if we will ever obtain the real thing. Don't be fooled by rhetoric, charm, or declarations of leadership. Follow the policy and follow the money -- and you will find who rules Beacon Hill.

Because Deval Patrick's early picks for his transition team and new administration raise some red flags, I am starting this page as a collaborative effort to break through the sheen. Will the real Deval please stand up?

The Patrick/Murray Administration

 * Joan Wallace-Benjamin, Chief of Staff


 * David M. Simas, Deputy Chief of Staff
 * Brendan Ryan, Deputy Chief of Staff


 * Daniel Bosley, Special Advisor to the Governor for Economic Development


 * Ian Bowles, Secretary of Energy and Environmental Affairs


 * Ann Berwick, Undersecretary of Energy


 * Dan O'Connell, Secretary of Housing and Economic Development


 * Dr. JudyAnn Bigby, Secretary of Health and Human Services


 * Suzanne Bump, Secretary of Labor and Workforce Development


 * Kevin Burke, Secretary of Public Safety


 * Dana Mohler-Faria, Special Advisor to the Governor for Education


 * Leslie Kirwan, Secretary of Administration and Finance