I do not know much about Governor Mitt Romney's appointments. I do know he has tried to take away nepotism, and cronyism, and favors Merit Based appointment. If Boston Democrats were to spend 1/2 a day in Chicago, they would hear about all the jobs for votes programs here in Illinois, and they might not hate their Republican Governor so much.
Anyways, I hear that some conservatives complain about Romney's appointments, but they don't seem to back up their conclusions with much data. Here is a lot of data. Anyone have any time to go through it? Tell me what you learn if you do. I'll add it right here: __________________________
2003 Appointments
2004 Appointments
2004 Appointments
2006 Appointments
2003
- "In this era of fiscal belt-tightening, we need to ensure that Massachusetts continues to lead the nation on public health issues - from AIDS prevention to bioterrorism preparedness," said Romney . "I am confident that Christy is the right person to help lead this effort." Source: 01-16-2003 Press Release
- “The Massachusetts Constitution guarantees every citizen the right to judges as 'free, impartial and independent as the lot of humanity will admit.' Those words were penned by John Adams, and they are the basis not only for our state courts, but for the federal judiciary as prescribed by the U.S. Constitution,” said Romney. Source: 02-11-2003 Press Releases
- He added, “It is time to renew our commitment to those words. Massachusetts was a trailblazer for judicial integrity in John Adams' day and it can be a trailblazer for the same integrity in our day as well.” Source: 02-11-2003 Press Releases
- “It is my aim today with this Executive Order to shine a spotlight on the way judges are appointed to the bench,” said Romney. “The citizens of Massachusetts deserve to have a squeaky clean process that has no room for politics and favors.” Source: 02-11-2003 Press Releases
- “Paul Foster has a unique blend of public and private sector experience that will make him an asset to the Massport Board as they continue taking strides to make all the facilities they manage first-class,” Romney said. “I am thrilled Paul has agreed to take on this important assignment.” Source: 07-17-2003 Press Releases
- “Each of these individuals are superstars in their respective fields and two of them are graduates of our state university system,” said Romney. “I’m thrilled that these talented people have agreed to volunteer their time to work with the other board members in making the University of Massachusetts a top-flight institution.” Governor Mitt Romney Source: 10-04-2003 Press Release
- “In his more than 30 years of service to the Commonwealth both by leadership and by example, Judge Daher has compiled a track record of unblemished integrity and unflinching dedication to the values of honest and ethical government,” Romney said. Source: 10-14-2003 Press Release
- He added, “Judge Daher’s courage, his willingness to stand up and speak out about injustice, to cross the political power structure and to take on the insiders make him the best possible choice for this important position.” Romney said. Source: 10-14-2003 Press Release
- “As Director of Consumer Affairs, Beth Lindstrom has been instrumental in protecting the rights of consumers while balancing the needs of business so that our economy can prosper,” Romney said. He added, “Her experience as a consumer advocate combined with her former role as Executive Director of the Lottery make Beth the perfect addition to the Commission.” Source: 11-06-2003 Press Release
What thos that Mitt Romney has appointed say about him
- “It is an honor and a privilege to serve Governor Romney in this capacity,” said Foster, who attended his first Board meeting today. “I look forward to working with Chief Executive Officer Craig Coy and the other members of the Board.”
- “I was particularly impressed that when the Governor called me he did not ask for political affiliation or suggest an agenda to pursue with regard to the University. He just said he wanted an established academic on the board that would follow the values and ideals that are consistent with the reputation of UMass.” Dr. DiBiaggio, Source: 10-04-2003 Press Release
- “On behalf of my colleagues, I want to thank Governor Romney for making three truly remarkable appointments to the UMass Board of Trustees,” said Grace K. Fey, Chairman of the University of Massachusetts Board of Trustees. Source: 10-04-2003 Press Release
- “We see the strength of Governor Romney’s commitment to the University of Massachusetts reflected in the caliber of the people who are joining our Board. The fact that two of these distinguished leaders are graduates of the University of Massachusetts is a source of great pride. I am certain that Bill O’Shea, Dr. Christine Cassel and Dr. John DiBiaggio will bring wisdom, enthusiasm and commitment to our board,” Fey said. Source: 10-04-2003 Press Release
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