The Patriot Ledger endorses Kerry.

[Mass]

They cannot resist saying he was an opportunist and was only fighting for his career in the past, but they also state that it is idiotic to say he did nothing for the state.

Amusing that they bash the GOP for saying Kerry did nothing in 24 years (repeatedly) when they were part of those who did, and opened a wide door to any SBVT who wanted to write an editorial against Kerry.

http://www.patriotledger.com/opinions/x409583935/OUR-OPINION-Kerry-for-Senate-Focused-on-the-now

He appears more focused on his opportunity to contribute and lead on foreign and national issues and his ability to use his longevity to benefit the state that has supported him in nearly all his electoral endeavors.
With several meetings with Kerry over the past year, we’ve seen a changed public official, one very much at ease with his record and his place and we think he has earned the right to return to the Senate and carry on the promise many voters in the state believe they have seen through his career.
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How about a measure to require electronic prescriptions to cut down on medical errors? Assistance to extend foreclosure proceedings against veterans to a year? Housing trust fund? Opening up the Transportation Security Administration to bidding for local companies? AIDS legislation? And that just names a handful.

Kerry has been instrumental in securing additional funds – about $250 million for Massachusetts – for low-income heating assistance, $13 million for fishermen hurt by federal restrictions, Pell grant increases and pending legislation to expand the ability of the Small Business Administration, investing in student loans, safeguarding natural resources and increasing elder health options.

He has a sterling record on veterans’ issues, especially MIA's, and his knowledge and involvement in foreign affairs will make him a leader in the next Senate.

To say he has not accomplished anything in his 24 years on Capitol Hill is just absurd. Kerry has done much for the country and for Massachusetts. We can ill afford to lose his voice or presence now.

[karynnj]

1. I like your comments as much as this nice endorsement (nt)