Topic: Deval Patrick

Obama nets $600,000 for Gov. Deval Patrick's war chest

Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick, a long-time friend of Obama, more than doubled his campaign cash at fundraising luncheon with the president.

Paul Kirk, a Kennedy confidant, to fill vacant Senate seat

The appointment of Paul Kirk to Ted Kennedy's seat means Democrats will have their 60-seat filibuster-proof majority when the Senate votes on a healthcare bill this fall.

Paul Kirk comes to the Senate at crucial time for Democrats

Paul Kirk, a longtime friend of Ted Kennedy, restores the Democrats' filibuster-proof majority in the Senate.

Ted Kennedy's friend Paul Kirk now favorite for Senate seat

Kirk has received the endorsement of widow Victoria Kennedy and sons Patrick and Edward Jr. He is the former chairman of the Democratic National Committee.

Kennedy gets wish, Senate seat to be filled soon

The Massachusetts Senate voted Tuesday to let the governor appoint an interim replacement for the late Ted Kennedy. Former Gov. Michael Dukakis is the favorite.

Massachusetts House OKs allowing a 'temp' to fill Kennedy seat

Bill approved Thursday permits the governor to appoint an interim senator until the special election. Action moves to Senate, where delay is likely.

Democrats urge interim Kennedy replacement

A temporary replacement for Kennedy's Senate seat would let Democrats maintain their crucial 60 votes in the Senate. But state Republicans oppose the move.

With Joe Kennedy out, Senate race wide open

With no Kennedy in the running, expect a crowded Democratic field.

Kennedy name looms large in bid to replace late senator

Edward Kennedy's wife or nephew would be instant front-runners in any bid to replace him in the US Senate.

What will happen to Kennedy's Senate seat?

Massachusetts legislators are deciding whether to change the law to allow the governor to appoint a temporary replacement.

History's shadow over Obama's Vineyard vacation

Despite its tiny size, Martha's Vineyard is a microcosm of the race problem that burdens America.

Kennedy succession request is 'all about healthcare'

What's most important to the ailing senator is making sure someone will be in his seat to vote on a healthcare reform bill this year.

Why is Granholm really at the White House?

States do a delicate dance with gamers

They lure the industry with incentives, while cracking down on adult content.

Will Obama victory end racial-identity politics?

The Democrat's qualifications, not race, sealed his victory, African-Americans say.

Supreme Court’s future may hinge on election

The next president is expected to name at least one new justice to the closely divided court.

David Axelrod: architect of Obama's unlikely campaign

Barack Obama's chief strategist grew up loving the political fight while holding to the ideals in the message.

David Axelrod: architect of Obama's unlikely campaign

Barack Obama's chief strategist grew up loving the political fight while holding to the ideals in the message.

States vie to attract clean-tech industries

California and Massachusetts have the edge, but at least half of US states have entered the race.

Political clash sinks Massachusetts casino-gambling plan

House vote seen as big defeat for freshman Governor Patrick.

Big wins in Wisconsin, Hawaii make it Obama's race to lose

His large margins of victory in Tuesday's contests put Clinton on the ropes.

Obama, Clinton duel to a draw on Super Tuesday

He won more states; she won more big states and a few more delegates. Battle to last through March at least, analysts say.