Immigration
The migrant crisis, which has spiraled into a humanitarian disaster in our neighborhoods, is one of the clearest signs that Governor Healey is unfit to lead. Under Healey’s watch, there have been thousands of reported incidents—assaults, drug use, drug dealing, and rape. Her response? “Things will happen.” That is an utterly unacceptable answer to this […]
Economy
The affordability crisis is the direct result of high taxes and burdensome regulations that drive up the cost of doing business and raise prices for consumers. As Governor, on Day One, I will direct my administration to identify and eliminate burdensome regulations that hinder business growth, and to roll back the excessive taxes punishing working […]
Energy
Because the Governor is more focused on padding her résumé with radical, unrealistic climate goals than on helping families make ends meet. Clean energy is a worthy goal, but not when it comes at the expense of affordability and economic survival. That’s why on Day One I will direct the state Secretary of Energy and […]
Taxes
Governor Healey simply cannot stop proposing new taxes—on everything from candy, to prescription drugs, to even slapping an additional excise tax on our cars. Her policies are making life more expensive for working families, and it’s time for a change. As Governor, I will never sign a tax increase into law.
Housing
Rather than working with our cities and towns, she’s chosen to steamroll them—forcing her own vision of housing onto communities that want a seat at the table. By weaponizing the MBTA Communities Act to impose top-down mandates, Healey has shown complete disregard for local control. That’s not leadership—it’s government overreach, and it’s completely unacceptable. When […]
Transparency / Accountability
Democrats say, “We know best.” Republicans say, “We the People,” and that’s how I will govern. On Day One, I will bring a new standard of transparency, collaboration, and accountability. That starts with listening to our communities—not dictating to them. It means honoring the will of the voters. I will immediately call on Attorney General […]
Veterans
As Governor, I will ensure Massachusetts honors the sacrifice of our veterans and their families not just in words, but through decisive action. That means prioritizing veterans in access to state services, housing, healthcare, and workforce programs. It means forging strong partnerships with veterans’ organizations and working closely with both active-duty and retired military personnel […]
Education
What’s happening in our schools is a disgrace. In 2011, our reading scores peaked and in 2013, our math scores peaked. Half of our 3rd graders cannot read proficiently. Maura Healey is managing our decline, not leading us forward. I began my public service as Special Advisor for the turnaround of the failed Lawrence Public […]
MBTA Communities – Background and Mike Kennealy’s Plan
Background – Legislation MBTA Communities is entirely a creation of the Massachusetts Legislature. Background – Guidelines The law called for the Executive Office of Housing & Economic Development to develop compliance guidelines. Mike’s Plan: Respect Local Control, Reform the MBTA Communities Act, Plan for the Future Mike’s stance is clear—mandates are wrong for Massachusetts and not how state government […]
Protecting and Revitalizing the Fishing Industry
The fishing industry is the backbone of our coastal communities—from New Bedford to Gloucester. It has shaped our culture, built local economies, and sustained generations of hardworking families. But today, that way of life is under threat. Governor Healey’s reckless overreliance on costly renewable energy schemes has taken a heavy toll on our economy—especially the […]