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The governor’s gaming legislation crapped out, but are casinos still alive in a compromise? Plus, a school-budget crisis could start a political firestorm.
Opponents of legalized gaming in Massachusetts are celebrating the death this past week of Governor Deval Patrick’s bill to license casinos, which was crushed by a seemingly decisive margin of more than two-to-one.
By DAVID S. BERNSTEIN | March 26, 2008

Cambridge vs. Anthony Galluccio

Will Brattle Street torpedo him again?
Cambridge city councilor Anthony Galluccio is still working to fulfill the promise he showed 10 years ago.
By DAVID S. BERNSTEIN | August 29, 2007

Deval’s dance with labor

Unions spent more to help get Deval Patrick elected than he did. But does that mean he’s in their pocket?
One of the most revealing currents political observers will soon be watching is how Governor Deval Patrick deals with organized labor.
By DAVID S. BERNSTEIN | December 13, 2006

Battle of the second bananas

Three Democrats want to be Lieutenant Governor. Who’s the party’s best bet?
Being Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts has its headaches.
By ADAM REILLY | August 28, 2006