Barney Frank to Retire!

November 28, 2011 by Marie Posted in Lowell, Politics, Election 2012, Greater Lowell, History 3 Comments

Well! Well! According to breakingnews on Channel 7 and elsewhere – Congressman Barney Frank will NOT seek relection in 2012. This timing is strange! Who is next? Will Congressman Tierney take a hard look at his situation? Will long-termer Congressman Markey decide that his time has come? Will Congressman Capuano make way for a “minority” candidate? I don’t expect members Niki Tsongas, Jim McGovern, Richie Neal or Bill Keating to drop-out… that leaves Stephen Lynch. Hmmmm. Frank press conference scheduled for early afternoon. Politics in Massachusetts is never dull! Stay tuned.

3 Responses to Barney Frank to Retire!

C R Krieger says: November 28, 2011 at 1:39 pm

While Setti Warren might be a good Democratic candidate, anyone in the Commonwealth could run for the office. Maybe Pangy, to end speculation re the Manager’s position.

Regards —&nbsp Cliff
Marie says: November 28, 2011 at 2:15 pm

Tweeted just a few minutes ago:

WuWCVBJanet Wu

Newton Mayor Setti Warren said he will not run for Frank’s seat.
David says: November 28, 2011 at 4:13 pm

Frank out? HUGE loss, not only for the commonwealth but for the whole country!