Yesterday, Massachusetts Governor, Democrat Deval Patrick, cut funds for veterans, which had previously been approved by the legislature. The reason given was that these medical services are covered “elsewhere” either through Medicare or private insurance carriers. However, most of those policies offer partial coverage, leaving those veterans using the services, liable for the balance - in many cases, balances that they are unable to afford.
Apparently, the Govenor has more concern with providing tuition assistance for those who have entered the country illegally, than providing basic health services for those who have served our country.
The Govenor made this decision prior to heading off to the White House First State Dinner
“Let them eat cake”
Patrick is up for reelection in 2010 – Tim Cahill is running as an Independent. The Republican’s, Charlie Baker, who recently announced Mass. State Senate Republican Richard Tisei as his running mate will face Christy Mihos, a populist candidate, in the Republican primary. Patrick’s approval ratings remain dismal and it is far too early in the race (given that primaries must be held) to project an outcome. Historically, Massachusetts independents receive approximately 6 to 8 percent of the vote, therefore, depending upon which Republican becomes the candidate (and it should be one that most indentifies with those outside of Beacon Hill), Patrick is facing an uphill battle and will become a mere “footnote”.
The Video below from Springfield, MA CBS Channel 3
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