Question of the Day: Barney Frank [POLL]
How do you feel about Barney Frank's retirement?
Barney Frank announced Monday he plans to retire and not run for re-election in 2012. Changes in the Fourth Congressional District were a factor in his retirement, he said.
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At a news conference yesterday, Barney Frank said he will retire at the end of the year.
Frank cited a new redistricting map that significantly altered the district he would represent. Easton would have been one of the new districts Frank would represent.
How do you feel about Barney Frank's retirement? Answer our poll or in our comments section.
Elaine Dahlgren
12:56 pm on Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Good riddance to very BAD
rubbish!!! In my opinion
Patrick
1:02 pm on Tuesday, November 29, 2011
I'm disappointed he won't be running. I've always wanted the chance to vote against him.
anthony ferragamo
12:25 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011
We will miss Steve Lynch. He was for the working man and the middle class. Barney Fwank was too good to represent the aforementioned groups.
TWMSeven11
1:36 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011
I agree with Patrick completely. I would have loved to have been able to vote against Barney. Let's get someone in there without Union hands in his/her pockets.
anthony ferragamo
3:52 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011
I challenge Mr. Barney Frank to be a dynamic force for Easton. He has the ability to be an asset to our community. He is only our rep for a short time . Lets bring our issues to him and find out if he is the leader that the Globe say he is. I am willing to give him a blank slate and a chance. Show us what you can do Congressman Frank. Best wishes.
Patrick Maguire
4:12 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Hi Anthony,
Just wanted to clarify - Barney Frank will not be a representative for Easton. The new districts do not go into effect until after the next election. Lynch is still Easton's congressman through the end of the election season.
anthony ferragamo
8:14 pm on Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Thanks. I like Steve Lynch as our rep. That is good news. Our next election will be exciting! Maybe an Eastoner like Fred Clark jr. will put his name into the race. Fred is former top aide to the late great Joe Moakley. It would be great to have a local congressman