Current video link - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzGolJwaHsg
The first video interview with Frank & Jason - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtiVLSvBe64
Showing posts with label candidates. Show all posts
Showing posts with label candidates. Show all posts
Sunday, August 23, 2026
Frank Presents: Jason Poulos (video)
Frank Falvey sits to talk with Jason Poulos,
candidate for the 4th Congressional District in the September Democratic Primary.
Friday, August 21, 2026
Francis T. Crimmins Announces Candidacy For Massachusetts Governor’s Council, District 2
Francis T. “Frank” Crimmins is seeking election to the Massachusetts Governor’s Council in District 2, bringing more than four decades of experience in law, the judiciary, municipal government, and public service to an office with enormous responsibility for the Commonwealth’s justice system.
Crimmins has served Massachusetts as a District Court Judge, First Justice of the Stoughton District Court, attorney, Town Manager, Town Administrator, Selectman, Town Moderator, and member and chairman of the State Ballot Law Commission.
His campaign is built around a straightforward principle:
Experience Matters.
“The Governor’s Council is not a ceremonial position,” Crimmins said. “Councilors are asked to review the qualifications, temperament, experience, and judgment of the men and women nominated to serve on our courts. Those decisions affect public safety, families, constitutional rights, and confidence in our justice system. Experience matters when making decisions of that magnitude.”
The eight-member Governor’s Council reviews and votes on gubernatorial nominations to the judiciary and other important state positions. Yet despite the significance of those responsibilities, the Council remains one of the least understood elected bodies in the Massachusetts government.
Crimmins believes District 2 deserves a Councilor who understands the judicial system from the inside.
Having served on the bench himself, including as First Justice of the Stoughton District Court, Crimmins understands what is required of a Massachusetts judge and what should be expected of nominees seeking lifetime influence over the lives of citizens who enter our courtrooms.
The people who choose judges should understand the courtroom.
Frank Crimmins does.
“As a former judge, I know the responsibility that comes with putting on that robe,” Crimmins said. “A judge must have more than a good résumé. The position requires judgment, temperament, fairness, respect for the law, and an understanding that every decision can have a real impact on someone’s life.”
Crimmins said his experience will allow him to ask nominees meaningful questions rather than simply reviewing credentials on paper.
“The Council should never be a rubber stamp,” he said. “Its constitutional responsibility is to provide advice and consent. That means asking difficult questions, examining a nominee’s record, and making sure the people appointed to our courts have the experience, temperament, integrity, and respect for the law that Massachusetts citizens deserve.”
Crimmins’ career gives him a perspective few candidates for Governor’s Council can match. He served as a Massachusetts District Court Judge beginning in the 1990s and later became
First Justice of the Stoughton District Court. His judicial service also included work in the District
Court Appellate Division. After leaving the bench, he continued practicing law and later returned to municipal leadership, including service as Town Manager in Stoughton and Town Administrator in Avon. He has also served on the Massachusetts State Ballot Law Commission.
That combination of courtroom experience, legal knowledge, executive leadership, and public service is at the heart of the Crimmins campaign.
“This election should not be about political connections or simply occupying a seat,” Crimmins said. “It should be about qualifications. It should be about accountability. And it should be about whether the person representing District 2 has the background necessary to make informed decisions about the judiciary.”
Crimmins is also making public safety a central part of his campaign.
Judges routinely make decisions involving violent offenders, bail, sentencing, restraining orders, families, addiction, mental health, and constitutional rights. While the Governor’s Council does not decide those individual cases, it plays an important role in deciding who receives the authority to make those decisions.
“Public safety begins with good judgment,” Crimmins said. “When the Governor nominates someone to the bench, the Council has an obligation to determine whether that nominee is prepared for the responsibility. Those decisions deserve serious scrutiny.”
The campaign will also emphasize transparency and accountability within the Governor’s Council itself.
Crimmins believes voters should know how their Councilor evaluates nominees, what questions are being asked, and why consequential confirmation votes are being cast.
“The government earns trust through transparency,” Crimmins said. “People may not follow every Governor’s Council hearing, but they should be able to trust that their representative is doing the homework, asking the right questions, and putting the interests of the Commonwealth ahead of politics.”
Crimmins is seeking to represent Massachusetts Governor’s Council District 2, a geographically diverse district stretching across dozens of communities.
His campaign will focus on three fundamental commitments:
Experience. Accountability. Public Safety.
“The Governor’s Council has an important constitutional responsibility,” Crimmins said. “The people of District 2 deserve a Councilor prepared to perform that responsibility on day one.”
Experience matters. Qualifications matter. Judgment matters.
“And when Massachusetts is choosing the men and women who will sit on our courts,” Crimmins said, “we cannot afford to get it wrong.”
ABOUT FRANCIS T. “FRANK” CRIMMINS
Francis T. Crimmins Jr. is an attorney, former Massachusetts District Court Judge, former First Justice of the Stoughton District Court, and longtime municipal and civic leader. His public service has included roles as Stoughton Selectman, Town Moderator, Town Manager, Avon Town Administrator, and service on the Massachusetts State Ballot Law Commission.
Crimmins is a lifelong resident of Stoughton and is a candidate for Massachusetts Governor’s Council, District 2.
CAMPAIGN MESSAGE
EXPERIENCE MATTERS
The people who choose Massachusetts judges should understand the courtroom.
Francis T. Crimmins does.
Thursday, August 6, 2026
Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday, August 6, 2026
Yes, Franklin has it's own radio station -> wfpr.fm. Franklin Public Radio has a brand new schedule for the locally produced shows that fill our air waves.
It is available anywhere, anytime at wfpr.fm or in the local Franklin, MA area at 102.9 on the FM dial.
Tune in to listen to the following:
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| Franklin Public Radio wfpr.fm schedule for Thursday |
8:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 6:00 PM - Franklin Matters Radio – Steve Sherlock covering Franklin, its local government, services, and events (Repeats Saturday at 3:00 PM)
- This hour features Jason Poulos, candidate for the Democratic Primary for the 4th District https://www.franklinmatters.org/2026/07/jason-poulos-explains-his-stand-on-key.html
9:00 AM, 2:00 PM, and 7:00 PM - first hour
10:00 AM, 3:00 PM, and 8:00 PM - second hour
Turntable – "Enjoy a fun experience with co-hosts The Vibe and Pauly G sharing personal discussions about a featured rock n roll vinyl record (1st hour) and the best, all music Vibe Playlist (2nd hour)"
- "The Turntable Show" features David Bowie's most successful album, "Let's Dance", released on April 14, 1983. The album includes top hits: "Let's Dance"; "China Girl"; "Modern Love"; and "Without You". Regarded as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, Bowie was acclaimed by critics and musicians, particularly for his innovative work during the 1970s.
- We have a special Guest DJ, Taylor Tremblay, our wfpr.fm Sound Engineer, will join Pauly G and The Vibe to DJ the Bowie Playlist Hour. Enjoy the magic of David Bowie."
Find the playlist -> https://tinyurl.com/TurntablePlaylists
Get this week's program guide for Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) online http://franklin.tv/programguide.pdf
Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Jason Poulos Meet & Greet scheduled for Thursday, Aug 6 at Franklin TV
Listen, ask questions, and see if you don’t agree that Jason is the person we need to Work for us, not for corporate billionaires!
Event hosted by the Committee to Protect Our Democracy (CPOD) and will be held at the
Frankin TV & Radio Studio
23 Hutchinson St, Franklin, MA
Thursday, August 6th from 6 PM to 7 PM"
RSVP requested: actionnetwork.org/events/franklin-meet-greet/
Friday, July 31, 2026
Jason Poulos explains his stand on key issues (video & audio)
FM #1789 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1789 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Jason Poulos, candidate for the 4th Congressional District in the September Democratic Primary. We had our discussion virtually on Monday, July 27, 2026.
We talk about
Jason’s background and reason to run
We cover issues like
AI and jobs
Data center control measures
Voting rights
Medicare for all
Increasing affordable housing
The recording runs about 36 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Video link - https://youtu.be/9OEsOWF0GkQ
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Jason’s campaign page https://poulos.house/
Jason’s position on many issues https://poulos.house/#issues
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach out. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
Saturday, July 11, 2026
Frank Presents: Joe Pagliarulo (video)
Sunday, April 12, 2026
BFCCPS Board of Directors seeking applicants to join the Board
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| BFCCPS Board of Directors seeking applicants to join the Board |
Learn more in this special edition newsletter: https://app.smore.com/n/ra0ut
Shared from - https://www.facebook.com/share/1CGRkaKsJr/
Monday, November 3, 2025
Town Council Candidate Summaries (photo album)
The folks at One Franklin took the dozen video interviews I conducted with the help of the Town Council candidates, and summarized them in a cool 5 slides per candidate layout.
You can view the full set of pictures/slides here ->
or scroll through the photo album here ->
The complete set of 25 candidate interviews (including the 12 summarized here) can be found in one YouTube playlist -> bit.ly/2025-ElectionCollection
Saturday, November 1, 2025
2025 Biennial Election: Planning Board Candidate Discussion with BEN4Franklin (video)
Hosted by members of BEN 4 Franklin: Cobi Frongillo, Kimberly Mu-Chow, Gino Carlucci, Ndoumbe Ndoye, & Maxwell Morrongiello
Planning Board candidates: Mark Mucciarone, Erik Steltzer
Planning Board Associate candidate: William Lee, IV
Recorded, edited by Steve Sherlock, Franklin Matters/Franklin Public Radio
video link -> https://youtu.be/NDFpuQoKBpg
Visit BEN 4 Franklin's website to learn more about the group. Sign up for the newsletter, join the monthly meetings (3rd Thursday at 7 PM at Franklin TV Studio)
Scott Mason shares his insights on the work of a Town Councilor (audio)
FM #1563 = This is the Franklin Matters radio show, number 1563 in the series.
This session shares my conversation with Scott Mason, 3 x former Town Councilor and twice Chair of the Town Council. We had our discussion in the Franklin TV & Radio Studio on Wednesday, October 29, 2025.
Our conversation covers
Learning curve of a Councilor
Functioning with other councilors
only 1 of 9, takes 5 or 6 to get something passed
Scott Mason Handling the myth of ‘found money’
Impact and scope of decisions
The recording runs about 37 minutes, so let’s listen in.
Audio link -> https://franklin-ma-matters.captivate.fm/episode/fm-1563-scott-mason-shares-town-council-insights-10-29-25/--------------
Scott’s contact info -> mailto:smason2@comcast.net
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We are now producing this in collaboration with Franklin.TV and Franklin Public Radio (wfpr.fm) or 102.9 on the Franklin area radio dial.
This podcast is my public service effort for Franklin but we can't do it alone. We can always use your help.
How can you help?
If you can use the information that you find here, please tell your friends and neighbors
If you don't like something here, please let me know
And if you have interest in reporting on meetings or events, please reach. We’ll share and show you what and how we do what we do
Through this feedback loop we can continue to make improvements. I thank you for listening.
For additional information, please visit Franklinmatters.org/ or www.franklin.news
If you have questions or comments you can reach me directly at shersteve @ gmail dot com
The music for the intro and exit was provided by Michael Clark and the group "East of Shirley". The piece is titled "Ernesto, manana" c. Michael Clark & Tintype Tunes, 2008 and used with their permission.
I hope you enjoy!
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You can also subscribe and listen to Franklin Matters audio on iTunes or your favorite podcast app; search in "podcasts" for "Franklin Matters"
Franklin TV broadcast schedule for Biennial Election Candidate Interviews - Nov 2
Franklin Town Hall TV - Our Government Channel
(Comcast 9, Verizon 29)
SUNDAY 11-02
2:00 pm Election 2025: Board of Health Write-In - Diane Daddario
2:30 pm Election 2025: Board of Health Write-In - Christine Mucciarone
3:00 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Jane Callaway-Tripp
3:30 pm Election 2025: School Committee - David Callaghan
4:00 pm Election 2025: Planning Board - Mark Mucciarone
4:30 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Kenneth Ojukwu
5:00 pm Election 2025: School Committee - Henry Reis Hansen
5:30 pm Election 2025: Planning Board - Mark Mucciarone
6:00 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Michael LeBlanc
6:38 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Max Morrongiello
7:00 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Patrick Sheridan
7:30 pm Election 2025: School Committee - Stephen Karunakaran
8:00 pm Election 2025: School Committee - Nadia Mausolf
8:30 pm Election 2025: Town Council - Robert Dellorco
9:30 pm Election 2025: School Committee - Paul Griffith
Download the PDF copy -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1CLp0-Kxb4K8bHdbtMB5o5DYj1V8G6pz5/view?usp=drive_link
2025 Biennial Election: Audio - Video Candidate Interviews in Ballot Order (updated)
2025 Biennial Election
Audio & Video Candidate Interviews in Ballot Order
Video playlist on YouTube -> https://bit.ly/2025-ElectionCollection
You can download the PDF -> https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wlklPHHqadplsxnwkC4ogV1AwVKEk5xh/view?usp=drive_link
There are a few candidates and position for which there is no audio or video. So if they are not listed here, we did what we could. Check with the candidates themselves for an answer.
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