L’ITALIEN CASHES IN — AG goes after E-CIGS — Wish list for GROSS
07/25/2018 06:59 AM EDT
By Stephanie Murray (smurray@politico.com; @StephMurr_Jour) and Brent D. Griffiths (bgriffiths@politico.com; @BrentGriffiths)
GOOD MORNING, MASSACHUSETTS. It's Wednesday.
PROGRAMMING NOTE — Lauren Dezenski will return on July 31.
L'ITALIEN CASHES IN — Congressional candidate and state Sen. Barbara L'Italien saw a bump in fundraising and Twitter followers after she "hijacked" a Fox News morning show to blast President Donald Trump's immigration policies.
In the immediate aftermath of the stunt, the L'Italien campaign raked in $12,000 in small-dollar donations from around the country and more than doubled its Twitter following, spokesman Joe Katz told me on Tuesday night.
The network thought it had booked a pro-ICE Democrat for a hit on Fox and Friends First on Monday morning. Instead, Fox got a progressive from Massachusetts who said the Trump administration should "stop abducting children."
Once Fox realized its guest was not Arizona Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick, the network cut L'Italien's shot. But that didn't stop the clip grabbing national headlines — and some cash.
"I don't know if we've hit all 50 states yet but its been nationwide," Katz said. "A lot of $27 donations, a lot of $10 donations." Katz said the campaign hasn't paid attention to criticism that it overdid the fundraising emails after the Fox hit.
L'Italien's Twitter following grew by 5,000 after her hit on Fox — bringing her to 8,800 followers. She's now neck-in-neck with primary opponent Dan Koh, who has 8,977 followers. Outpacing them both is another MA-3 candidate, Rufus Gifford, with over 52,000 followers.
How did the campaign pull it off? Turns out Katz used to work for the Kirkpatrick campaign in 2010. Fox contacted him late Sunday night to book his old boss, he said, and he confirmed. He just didn't mention the guest would be L'Italien.
And as for Fox's allegation that Katz used a Kirkpatrick logo in his correspondence with the network, Katz wouldn't answer directly.
"All I'll say is that I've shown the same commitment to accuracy and fairness with Fox News that they have always shown America," Katz said. "There is sort of a unique opportunity there to speak directly to the president of the United States in a way that you know that he's listening, and we had the opening and Barbara felt she had a responsibility to take advantage of that and make sure he was hearing the voices of the folks he represents."
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TODAY — Gov. Charlie Baker, joined by Lt. Gov. Karyn Polito, signs a bill "relative to the municipal police training fund." The Senate and House both meet in formal sessions. Both branches meet in a Constitutional Convention.
Boston Mayor Marty Walsh attends the Paul Revere Mall groundbreaking, then is a guest on "Radio Boston." The Cannabis Control Commission meets. Former Gov. Michael Dukakis is a guest on "Greater Boston" with Jim Braude. The Boston Bar Association hosts a debate for the six Suffolk County District Attorney candidates. Students and advocates protest UMass tuition hikes outside the university's One Beacon Street office.
THE TSONGAS ARENA —
FIRST IN PLAYBOOK: "Plumbers and Pipefitters UA Local 4 endorses Dan Koh for Congress" from the Koh campaign: "Today, Plumbers and Pipefitters UA Local 4 endorsed Dan Koh in the Third District congressional race. Local 4 represents close to 400 workers in Worcester County and is the twenty-second union endorsement that Koh has received, more than any other candidate."
- "Juana Matias Unveils Healthcare Policy Proposal" from the Matias campaign: "Juana Matias, State Representative and candidate for Congress in Massachusetts' Third Congressional District, today unveiled her comprehensive health care policy plan. The plan includes innovative ideas to address skyrocketing prescription drug costs, and proposals to protect and strengthen the Affordable Care Act while working toward Medicare for All. It also calls for full funding of Planned Parenthood, Medicare, CHIP, and Medicaid. 'This is a deeply personal issue for me,' said Rep. Matias. 'Five years ago, my father Arcenio was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. If it weren't for MassHealth, my family and I would not have had those nine extra months with him before he lost his fight with the disease.'"
- "Rick Green Launches New Ad in MA District 3" from the Green campaign: "As the co-founder and CEO of 1A Auto, one of the country's largest online auto parts companies, Rick Green has the real world business experience to deliver results for MA3. 'When I tell you I know what it takes to get the economic engine of the 3rd district revving, it's because I've done it.'"
ON THE STUMP —
FIRST IN PLAYBOOk: "Endorsements for Jay Gonzalez," from the Gonzalez campaign: ''United Puerto Rico Political Action Committee, representing thousands of Puerto Ricans in the Merrimack Valley, has voted to endorse Jay Gonzalez for Governor of Massachusetts. UPR-PAC is so excited to endorse Jay Gonzalez for Governor. Jay has been a friend and an advocate for our community. Jay is dedicated to fighting for working families across the state. Whether it's universal early education and childcare, reinvesting in our local schools, or making our transportation system work, Jay will make a difference in all our lives. We are proud to make Jay Gonzalez our first statewide endorsement. Pa'lante!' said Ramon Garcia, President of UPR-PAC. Jay also picked up the endorsement of the Jamaica Plain Progressives, a hard-working organization of grassroots activists.In addition, Jay last week overwhelmingly won the endorsement of the Boston Ward 4 Democratic Committee."
- "One-third of registered voters on Worcester 'inactive' list," by Nick Kotsopoulos, Telegram & Gazette:"Roughly one-third of the city's registered voters are on the "inactive" voting list leading up to this year's state elections because they failed to respond to this year's annual street listing/city census. According to figures recently presented to the Election Commission, there are 72,659 people on the active voting list and 36,004 on the inactive list."
- "National Women's Political Caucus Endorses Tahirah Amatul-Wadud for Congress" from the Amatul-Wadud campaign: "Tahirah Amatul-Wadud, candidate for Congress in the First Congressional District of Massachusetts, has been endorsed by the National Women's Political Caucus. Speaking on the decision to award Amatul-Wadud its endorsement, NWPC President Donna Lent stated, 'The National Women's Political Caucus enthusiastically endorses Tahirah's candidacy to represent Massachusetts' 1st District in the United States House of Representatives. With her impressive experience as a lawyer, strong handle on policy and her tenacity, we are confident that Tahirah will be an important voice for women's rights in Congress.'"
- "AFT Massachusetts Endorses Mike Armano for State Senate" from the American Federation of Teachers Massachusetts: "The 25,000-member AFT Massachusetts, one of the state's largest labor unions, today announced their endorsement of Mike Armano for the Massachusetts Senate's Second Middlesex and Essex district in this year's election. 'Mike Armano understands that our students can succeed if they are given the resources they deserve. He shares our aspirational vision for fully-funded schools and libraries, debt-free public college, and an education system that focuses on true learning, not just testing,' said AFT Massachusetts President Beth Kontos."
- "Deval Patrick, not Elizabeth Warren, is Bay State's best choice to outduel Trump in 2020," by Jaclyn Cashman, Boston Herald: "Deval Patrick should run for president in 2020. He was not the GOAT governor, nor does he have a perfect track record on policies and legislation, but he sure can campaign and possibly win."
DATELINE BEACON HILL —
- "Judge suggests Senate's vow to keep Hefner witnesses secret has 'wiggle room,'" by Matt Stout, Boston Globe: "A Superior Court judge said Tuesday there may be 'wiggle room in the Massachusetts Senate's promise to keep secret the identities of witnesses who cooperated in its internal probe of former Senate president Stanley C. Rosenberg. Judge William F. Sullivan is weighing a request from Attorney General Maura Healey to turn over records from the Senate investigation as her office prosecutes Rosenberg's husband, Bryon Hefner, on multiple sexual assault charges."
- "AG suspects e-cigarette maker JUUL of marketing to minors," by Jerome Campbell, Boston Globe:"Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey has begun investigating the popular vaping company JUUL Labs Inc., saying that it appears to be marketing its products to minors. The company's vaping devices are designed to appeal to young consumers, Healey said, with a sleek, high-tech appearance and a variety of protective skins that make them look like school supplies."
- "Governor Baker signs bill to designate cancer as work-related injury for state's firefighters," by Marek Mazurek, Boston Globe: " Flanked by firefighters and their families, Governor Charlie Baker formally signed legislation at Broadway Fire Station [in Lynn] Tuesday afternoon that will designate cancer as a work-related injury for firefighters across Massachusetts. The new law — championed by State Representative Daniel Cahill, a Lynn Democrat — will cover all medical treatments for firefighters diagnosed with cancer as well as their time missed because of the illness."
- "Immigrant activists keep pressure, focus on Mass. House," by Katie Lannan, State House News Service:"Demonstrators from community and faith-based groups returned to the State House less than a week after lawmakers passed a budget that did not include immigration enforcement measures they'd pushed for, pledging to keep up the fight and hold politicians accountable."
DATELINE D.C. —
- "Rep. Lynch Speaks Out on Election Security During Oversight and Government Reform Hearing" from Rep. Lynch's office: "On Tuesday Congressman Stephen F. Lynch (D-Boston), the top Democrat on the House Subcommittee on National Security, called on his Republican colleagues on the Oversight and Government Reform Committee to investigate election meddling in the United States"
- "Community leaders make a wish list for new Boston Police commissioner William Gross," by Michael Levenson, Boston Globe: "In their breadth and ambition, the recommendations underscored the enormous pressure that Gross, the first black leader of Boston's force, will face as he seeks to reduce violence and improve trust in the department, particularly among residents of color. 'I think the challenge for him is going to be higher, and the bar is going to be set higher,' said the Rev. Jeffrey L. Brown, associate pastor of Twelfth Baptist Church in Roxbury."
THE WARREN REPORT —
- "Democratic Sen. Elizabeth Warren: 'I am a capitalist' — but markets need to work for more than just the rich," by John Harwood, CNBC: "Heavily favored to win a second term this fall, Warren has moved to the front ranks of Democratic presidential prospects to take on President Donald Trump in 2020. The 69-year-old Warren sat down with CNBC editor at large John Harwood at a cafe in Pittsfield, Massachusetts, to talk about Trump, the American economy and the political path forward for the Democratic Party."
WOOD WAR — Herald: "LOVATO HOSPITALIZED FOR APPARENT DRUG OD," "STREET STAR — NEW COMMISH TAKES PEACE WALK THROUGH DOT" "LOWEST OF THE LOW" — Globe: "Some city officials suggest review of busing," "Trump bails out battered farmers," "Driving it home: Stay away from Comm. Ave.," "Violence, shaky trust in police may test gross," "Front and center again — if you have the guts."
THE LOCAL ANGLE —
- "Amid new sex abuse scandal, O'Malley issues warning to church," by Martin Finucane and Danny McDonald, Boston Globe: "Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley said Tuesday he was 'deeply troubled' by the allegations of sexual abuse by one of the most respected US cardinals, Theodore McCarrick — and laid out steps the Roman Catholic Church needs to take to address its continuing clergy sex abuse problems. McCarrick was once one of the architects of the church's policy on sexual abuse. The allegations against him have rocked Catholics."
- "Necco candy factory shuts down abruptly after company is sold again," by Katheleen Conti, Boston Globe:"The Necco plant in Revere was abruptly shut down Tuesday after the entity that bought the company at bankruptcy auction in May announced it had sold Necco to another candy manufacturer. Round Hill Investments LLC, which purchased Necco for $17.3 million at emergency auction in May, confirmed the closure in a statement late Tuesday."
- "Mass. raked in 8.6 percent more tax revenue than last year. But why?," by Joshua Miller, Boston Globe:"Massachusetts raked in a record $27.8 billion in tax revenue in the fiscal year that ended last month, a whopping 8.6 percent increase over the previous year, according to preliminary numbers the state Department of Revenue announced Tuesday. The windfall is both a sign of economic strength, and, experts say, a unique turn of events partially tied to the federal tax overhaul that President Trump pushed through last year."
HAPPY BIRTHDAY — to Robert Zoellick, former World Bank president and now a senior fellow at Harvard Kennedy School, who is 65, Shrewsbury state Rep. Hannah Kane, WGBH producer Amanda McGowan, and Boston Globe scribe Milton Valencia.
HAPPY BELATED BIRTHDAY — to state Rep. Natalie Higgins, who celebrated Tuesday.
DID THE HOME TEAM WIN? No! — The Red Sox lost a close one to the Orioles 7-6.
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