| So sez Cambridge News Weekly. Michael is the son of Sal Albano, who once held an adjacent seat (now Pat Jehlen's). Albano has never been a candidate for public office, but he is no stranger to electoral politics. His father Sal was a Somerville State Senator from 1984 to 1990 and was a maverick voice for political reform and progressive public policy. "I learned from my father," Albano said, "that when you stand up for what you believe in and bring honesty and accountability to public service you can bring people together, restore their confidence and really move things in the right direction. We need that now more than ever, and I'm looking forward to this campaign. People need something to believe in to get involved." OK, presumably we'll see what that something is soon. So, a couple of legacies -- Albano and Tim Flaherty, son of former speaker Charlie Flaherty -- face off amid a now-crowded field. via UHub. BTW, if you really really want to know which State Senator served when, and was succeeded by whom, etc., this chart is super-cool. |
