Richard Neal (D) Incumbent running for MA2 Congressioanl Represenative - photo Kerry.senate.gov
There are more than a few searches seeking the differences between the two candidates and how they stand on specific issues: The following is a “public service” offering insight on where each candidate stands on a specific issue.
Congressman Neal: Website Neal For Congress.com
The Obama Health Care Plan – voted in favor
The Stimulus Plan – voted in favor
Neal has voted with his Party Leadership (Nancy Pelosi and Barack Obama) 98% of the time, 100% on key bills – source The Congressional Record.
Appropriations FY 2010 include a few large requests outside of the district.
The Center for Civic Education, Calabasas, CA 91302
Rep. Richard Neal (MA-2) requests $35,000,000 (Requested)
Online Collaboration for Reconciliation and Democratic Citizenship
Cooperation Ireland, Inc., New York, NY 10022
Rep. Richard Neal (MA-2) requests $17,175,607 (Requested)
Tom Wesley, Republican Running for MA2 Congressional Representative 2010 - photo Wales GOP
Tom Wesley, Republican Challenger: www.tomwesley.com
Health Care Reform – Against the Obama Health Care plan – proposes alternate options (available on website>
Job Creation and the economy – Tax incentives (cuts) over stimulus allowing for the creation of private, rather than public employment.
A full profile of Candidate Profile of Tom Wesley can be found on this blog at tomwesleyrepulicancandidatema.htm.
Note: Richard Neal’s campaign did indicate that the Congressman would submit a profile on issues, however, (this blogs test of the fairness doctrine) - it had not been submitted as of this late date.
Therefore, when choosing who best represents ones values going into the voting booth, the above offers a very brief overview of both candidates.
Note: To find your polling station and your ballot choices in Massachustts visit: WheredoIvoteinMA.com. One need only enter their street address and zip code to access their polling statoin as well as a sample ballot indicating all candidates.
