Page 18 THE MALDEN ADVOCATE–Friday, May 10, 2019 Beacon Hill Roll Call By Bob Katzen THE HOUSE AND SENATE: There were no roll calls in the House or Senate last week. Hey, Beacon Hill Roll Call Readers: Keep your eyes on the 2019 Legislature and the rough and tumble political scene in the Bay State with something that you will read every weekday morning. It’s MASSTERLIST! AND IT’S FREE! More than 17,000 people, from movers and shakers to political junkies and interested citizens, start their morning with a FREE COPY of MASSterList! MASSterList is a daily ensemble of news and commentary about the Legislature, Politics, Media and Judiciary of Massachusetts drawn from major news organizations as well as specialized publications selected by widely acclaimed and highly experienced editor Jay Fitzgerald. Jay introduces each article in his own clever and never-boring, inimitable way. Go to: www. massterlist.com/subscribe, type in your email address and in 15 seconds you will be signed up Advocate 1. Why did Captain Cook name the Sandwich Islands (now Hawaii) that? 2. On May 10, 1775, what Colonel, together with the Green Mountain Boys, captured Fort Ticonderoga without firing a shot? 3. Which U.S. state produces the most cranberries? 4. In 1914 which U.S. president signed the order creating a national Mother’s Day? 5. What artist who painted the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel said, “Trifles make perfection and perfection is no trifle”? 6. On May 12, 1978, the U.S. Commerce Dept. made what change in the naming of hurricanes? 7. In what year was the World Series not held and why? 8. Do insects have lungs? 9. American film producer Albert R. Broccoli made what successful movie series? 10. On May 14, 1804, what expedition departed from St. Louis? 11. In 1821, what country’s flag flew in California? 12. On May 15, 1820, what Englishwoman was born who became a Crimean War nurse? 13. In most languages what does the word for “mother” being with? 14. On May 16, 1866, the U.S. Congress authorized minting what cent coinage? 15. What is horticulturalist William Forsyth best known for? 16. In the TV series “Gunsmoke” who presided over Dodge City’s Long Branch Saloon? 17. In “Alice in Wonderland” what kind of party did the Mad Hatter, the March Hare, the Dormouse and Alice attend? 18. What TV show did Groucho Marx, Buddy Hackett, Richard Dawson and Bill Cosby all host? 19. Who was captain of the Mayflower? 20. What were early rain boots called? Answers on page 21 for a subscription. INTEREST GROUPS RATE YOUR LEGISLATORS - This week, Beacon Hill Roll Call continues its series that looks at the ratings senators and representatives received from interest groups which measured legislators’ support or opposition to the group’s legislative agenda in the 2017, 2018 and/or 2019 session. This week’s report features the scores received from the Massachusetts Fiscal Alliance, Associated Industries of Massachusetts and Progressive Massachusetts. MASS FISCAL ALLIANCE - 2017 AND 2018 Statement from MFA: The MFA is a nonpartisan, non-profit organization committed to improving the quality of life in Massachusetts by advocating for fi scal responsibility through right of center economic, fi scal and good government solutions. As a non-profit organization, our primary focus is to promote social welfare. As residents of Massachusetts, we are concerned for our fi scal future. “MFA advocates for fiscal responsibility, transparency, and accountability in state government and increased economic opportunity for the people of our commonwealth,” said Paul Craney, Executive Director of the MFA. Key to ratings: The MFA scores each legislator based on key votes (269 for the House, 271 for the Senate) on issues selected to demonstrate their commitment to government transparency, holding the line on taxes and supporting small business. More details on the scorecard are at https://massfiscalscorecard.org/ Choose 190th session from the drop-down box Here is the percentage of time local representatives and senators voted with the MFA in 2017 and 2018. Rep. Paul Donato 0 percent Rep. Steven Ultrino 0 percent Sen. Jason Lewis 1 percent MASS FISCAL ALLIANCE - JANUARY 2019 TO APRIL 2019 Key to ratings: The MFA scores each legislator based on key votes (14 for the House, six for the Senate) for the fi rst four months of the 2019-2020 session. More details on the scorecard are at https://massfi scalscorecard.org/ Choose 191st session from the drop-down box. Here is the percentage of time local representatives and senators voted with the MFA so far in 2019. Rep. Paul Donato 0 percent Rep. Steven Ultrino 0 percent Sen. Jason Lewis 33 percent ASSOCIATED INDUSTRIES OF MASSACHUSETTS (AIM) – 2018 and 2019 RATINGS Statement from AIM: Associated Industries of Massachusetts (AIM) is the pre-eminent statewide employer association, serving the needs of all types of employers through public-policy advocacy, resources and community. AIM supports public policy that creates economic opportunity and job growth. We are a professional statewide lobbying organization with the unique size, infl uence, respect and professional talent to shape the economic future of Massachusetts. AIM saves every employer in Massachusetts an average of $2,000 per employee per year through its role as the premier voice of business. “The AIM Legislative Scorecard ensures that the organization’s 3,500 member employers know each legislator’s record on key economic and public-policy issues,” said Richard Lord, President and CEO of AIM. “The document also recognizes lawmakers who understand the importance of a vibrant economy for all residents.” Key to ratings: AIM: scores each legislator based on key votes (five for the House, eight for the Senate) on issues ranging from energy to economic development. More details can be found on the scorecard are at https://votesmart.org/interestgroup/1846/rating/11081#.XMnFoOhKhPa Here is the percentage of time local representatives and senators voted with AIM in 2017 and 2018. Rep. Paul Donato 40 percent Rep. Steven Ultrino 60 percent Sen. Jason Lewis 50 percent PROGRESSIVE MASSACHUSETTS Statement from Progressive Massachusetts: “Progressive Massachusetts is a statewide, member-driven grassroots organization built from the ground up by organizers and activists from across Massachusetts to advocate for progressive policy. Progressive Mass advocates for a Massachusetts where social, racial, and economic justice; environmental sustainability; health care as a right; equal access to quality public services; respect for all residents; and accountable and transparent government are given top priority. Its chapters and members around the state work to hold all elected offi cials accountable to progressive values.” “Since its founding, Progressive Mass has been devoted to shining a light on the Statehouse and organizing to hold all elected offi cials accountable to the progressive ideals that are cherished throughout the commonwealth,” said Jonathan Cohn, chair of the Issues Committee at Progressive Massachusetts. “Given our state’s liberal reputation, many people think that everything is fi ne here at home, but Massachusetts has high inequality and lags behind other states from immigrants’ rights to voting rights to climate action.” Key to ratings: Progressive Massachusetts scores each legislator based on 43 votes in the House and 66 in the Senate. More details on the scorecard are at https://scorecard.progressivemass.com/ Here is the percentage of time local representatives and senators voted with Progressive Massachusetts: Rep. Paul Donato 72 percent Rep. Steven Ultrino 77 percent Sen. Jason Lewis 83 percent HOW LONG WAS LAST WEEK’S SESSION? Beacon Hill Roll Call tracks the length of time that the House and Senate were in session each week. Many legislators say that legislative sessions are only one aspect of the Legislature’s job and that a lot of important work is done outside of the House and Senate chambers. They note that their jobs also involve committee work, research, constituent work and other matters that are important to their districts. Critics say that the Legislature does not meet regularly or long enough to debate and vote in public view on the thousands of pieces of legislation that have been fi led. They note that the infrequency and brief length of sessions are misguided and lead to irresponsible late-night sessions and a mad rush to act on dozens of bills in the days immediately preceding the end of an annual session. During the week of April 29-May 3, the House met for a total of one hour and 40 minutes while the Senate met for a total of one hour and 37 minutes. Mon. April 29 House 10:03 a.m. to 11:18 a.m. Senate 11:06 a.m. to 11:16 a.m. Tues. April 30 No House session No Senate session Wed. May 1 No House session No Senate session Thurs. May 2 House 11:04 a.m. to 12:29 p.m. Senate 11:09 a.m. to 12:36 p.m. Fri. May 3 No House session No Senate session Bob Katzen welcomes feedback at bob@beaconhillrollcall.com Upcoming movie night at the Malden Public Library J Baldwin’s novel of the same name is an early 1970’s Harlem love story involving Tish, who is a newly engaged 19-year-old, and her fiancé Fonny; they have a beautiful future, but that is derailed when Fonny gets arrested for a crime that he didn’t commit. Now the two and their families must fi ght for justice. The Washington Post writes that “Jenkins has made an oin us for Movie Night on Wednesday, May 15, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. at the Malden Public Library. We will be showing a 2018 movie based on the classic James Baldwin novel “If Beale Street Could Talk.” The movie stars Regina King, Kiki Layne and Stephan James and is directed by Oscar-winning director Barry Jenkins. This adaptation of James absolutely gorgeous movie.” Rolling Stone calls it “of the moment and timeless all at once.” Rotten Tomatoes gives it a 95-percent approval rating. This fi lm is free, open to the public and accessible. Movie times are approximate. Please call the Malden Public Library at 781-324-0218 for more information. Rated R (119 minutes).
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