Dropped by the 9th annual Youth Mentoring Day at the State House. The relationships these groups foster are something to behold. Here with AmeriCorps Ambassadors Sylvia Ngo, Johnny Xu and Melissa Ventola.
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Baker sworn in as Gov.
Charlie Baker steps away from becoming Governor.
Swearing In
Mike gets sworn in for his second term as Senator of the 3rd Middlesex District.
Walden Pond Visitor Center Groundbreaking
The new Walden Pond Visitor Center will showcase the pond’s truly amazing legacy. Earlier this year, the state Legislature authorized $2 million in funding. The groundbreaking kicked off Phase I.
Pricing Carbon in Massachusetts
One day there will be a national price on carbon. Let it start here in Massachusetts.
Prospect Hill Community Center Grand Opening
Dropped by the grand opening of the Prospect Hill Community Center in Waltham. Kids who live at Prospect Hill will be able to go there for homework help from Bentley and Brandeis students. The center will also offer classes ranging from English lessons for adults to computer skills.
Big win for disabilities rights at Fenway
In late October, Gov. Patrick signed three major disabilities bills into law at Fenway Park. In addition to Real Lives, in which I was personally involved, the governor put his signature on a bill expanding services for people with autism and on another strengthening background check requirements for those who work with individuals with disabilities.
