Key election endorsements
Today is Election Day and the Boston Herald has several endorsements in key races:
The Herald endorses Gov. Charlie Baker because he has proven that he has the leadership qualities, accomplishments and vision to remain the governor of Massachusetts. He has performed the unenviable task of working with the opposing party in both the Massachusetts House and Senate for the benefit of the hard-working residents of the state.
The Herald endorses Geoff Diehl for U.S. Senate. Diehl holds the taxpayers of Massachusetts in the highest regard and has shown voters that he respects them. He believes in border security, supports law enforcement and has proven himself willing to go to the mat for lower taxes.
The Herald endorses Maura Healey for attorney general. As attorney general, her role is to be an advocate for the people of Massachusetts and to investigate and prosecute crime. She is meeting — and exceeding — that standard. Healey has been tireless in pursuing justice in cases that impact people’s everyday lives across the state.
The Herald endorses Lori Trahan as the next representative from the Massachusetts 3rd Congressional District. Trahan knows her way around the nation’s capital, having spent years there working for Marty Meehan. She has had success in private business and is a true product of the Merrimack Valley.
The Herald endorses Anthony Amore for secretary of state. Amore has an impressive resume in security and public safety. He served with the U.S. Immigration Service, the Federal Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration. He has a vision for the office, which is in need of change.
The Herald endorses Lakeville Rep. Keiko Orrall for treasurer. Orrall has proven to be a strong ally to small business during her time in the Legislature. She has a vision for the Unclaimed Property Division to get the people’s money back in their pockets. Her vision is forward-looking.
The Herald endorses Suzanne Bump for auditor. Bump has delivered on her campaign promises and earned the respect of constituents on both sides of the aisle. Bump has identified over a billion dollars of waste, fraud and abuse in Massachusetts government, stayed out of politics and focused on working for the taxpayer.
The Boston Herald opposes nursing staffing ratios and supports a “No” vote on Question 1. Having cookie-cutter staffing requirements at every hospital would be detrimental to patients and the health facilities themselves.