Tag Archives: Speaker Sal Dimasi

Dimasi Re-elected

Posted on January 7, 2009 by billmanzi

House Speaker Sal Dimasi, in a sweeping display of power, was re-elected House Speaker today, losing just 7 Democratic votes on the floor. The Democrats who voted present were: David Torrisi (D-North Andover) Jennifer Callahan (D-Sutton), Stephen Canessa (D-Fall River), … Continue reading →

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Torrisi Throws Dimasi Overboard

Posted on December 30, 2008 by billmanzi

State Rep. David Torrisi (D)North Andover has indicated he will vote “present” next week instead of voting for Sal Dimasi’s re-election as House Speaker. From the Globe: Representative David Torrisi, the House chairman of the Committee on Labor and Workforce … Continue reading →

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Richard Vitale Indicted

Posted on December 18, 2008 by billmanzi

The accountant to and campaign treasurer of Speaker Sal Dimasi has been indicted by Attorney General Martha Coakley on charges related to lobbying activity and illegal campaign contributions. From the Boston Globe: Richard Vitale is accused of secretly pushing legislation … Continue reading →

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