Sunday, November 4, 2012
Murphy, Cronin to Chat Live on Patch Monday
11th Plymouth District candidates Claire Cronin and Dan Murphy will take questions from Patch readers Monday
By Patrick Maguire
11th Plymouth District State Representative candidates Dan Murphy (R-Easton) and Claire Cronin (D-Easton) will chat LIVE on Patch Monday afternoon.
During the chat, Patch readers will have one last opportunity to find out where each candidate stands on the important issues affecting Easton and Brockton. Just log in during the chat and ask your question. Murphy will chat live between 2 p.m. and 2:45 p.m. and Cronin will chat live between 4:30 p.m. and 5:15 p.m.*
Can't make it? No worries. Just email your question to Easton-Ma@Patch.com
Murphy, an accountant and selectman, and Cronin, a mediator, are looking to replace Geraldine Creedon (D-Brockton) in the state legislature. The district is made up of Precincts 1-5 in Easton and all of Ward 1, Ward 3-D, Ward 7-C and 7-D in Brockton.
* The original time for the Cronin chat was at 6 p.m., but was changed to a 4:30 p.m. start.
Friday, November 2, 2012
Corona Supports Murphy for State Rep
Easton Board of Selectmen Chair Colleen Corona announced her support for Republican Dan Murphy.
By Patrick Maguire
October 31, 2012
Easton Board of Selectmen Chair Colleen Corona announced Wednesday that she is supporting fellow Selectman Dan Murphy in his run for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth District.
Corona, a Democrat, has worked with Murphy, a Republican, for the past two years on the Board of Selectmen.
“I have had the opportunity to serve with Dan Murphy on the Easton Board of Selectmen for the last 2 years," Corona said in a statement released by the Murphy campaign. "Dan is thoughtful and incredibly hard working, and he has been a strong leader. He has worked to help balance our town budget at a time when local aid has been cut significantly. He works incredibly hard to educate himself on every issue, and has sought creative, long term solutions for the issues our community is facing. He has been a consensus builder, and truly listens to the residents. I respect his opinion immensely and am proud to serve with him on the Board of Selectmen.”
“I am proud Colleen has endorsed my candidacy," Murphy said. "It shows that I am the person who will work in the best interest of the communities. I plan to bring balance to the State House and work to end the political gamesmanship.”
Murphy's key endorsement comes the week after his opponent, Claire Cronin (D-Easton) received a key endorsement from Brockton City Councilor and former candidate Jass Stewart (D-Brockton). Cronin has also received endorsements from the Massachusetts Teachers Association, Massachusetts Nurses Association and Massachusetts Political Caucus.
Murphy and Cronin are squaring off in a diverse district that represents Precincts 1-5 in Easton and all of Ward 1, Ward 3-D, Ward 7-C and 7-D in Brockton. The winner will replace Geraldine Creedon (D-Brockton) on Beacon Hill.
To view the debate between Cronin and Murphy on Brockton Community Access, click here
Easton Board of Selectmen Chair Colleen Corona announced her support for Republican Dan Murphy.
By Patrick Maguire
October 31, 2012
Easton Board of Selectmen Chair Colleen Corona announced Wednesday that she is supporting fellow Selectman Dan Murphy in his run for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth District.
Corona, a Democrat, has worked with Murphy, a Republican, for the past two years on the Board of Selectmen.
“I have had the opportunity to serve with Dan Murphy on the Easton Board of Selectmen for the last 2 years," Corona said in a statement released by the Murphy campaign. "Dan is thoughtful and incredibly hard working, and he has been a strong leader. He has worked to help balance our town budget at a time when local aid has been cut significantly. He works incredibly hard to educate himself on every issue, and has sought creative, long term solutions for the issues our community is facing. He has been a consensus builder, and truly listens to the residents. I respect his opinion immensely and am proud to serve with him on the Board of Selectmen.”
“I am proud Colleen has endorsed my candidacy," Murphy said. "It shows that I am the person who will work in the best interest of the communities. I plan to bring balance to the State House and work to end the political gamesmanship.”
Murphy's key endorsement comes the week after his opponent, Claire Cronin (D-Easton) received a key endorsement from Brockton City Councilor and former candidate Jass Stewart (D-Brockton). Cronin has also received endorsements from the Massachusetts Teachers Association, Massachusetts Nurses Association and Massachusetts Political Caucus.
Murphy and Cronin are squaring off in a diverse district that represents Precincts 1-5 in Easton and all of Ward 1, Ward 3-D, Ward 7-C and 7-D in Brockton. The winner will replace Geraldine Creedon (D-Brockton) on Beacon Hill.
To view the debate between Cronin and Murphy on Brockton Community Access, click here
11th Plymouth District State Rep Candidates Debate the Issues
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Thursday, October 18, 2012
New Jobs Endorses Pro-Jobs Candidate
in State’s 11th Plymouth District
NEW JOBS FOR MASSACHUSETTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 18, 2012
Contact: Mike Hruby
Phone: 978-263-3429
Advocacy Group Endorses Daniel Murphy
As the Candidate Who Will Reduce Legal Barriers to Job Growth
Boston, MA…Today Mike Hruby, President of New Jobs for Massachusetts, Inc. (New Jobs), a public policy advocate for rapid growth in private sector employment in Massachusetts, announced that the group was endorsing Mr. Daniel Murphy of Easton for election to the State Legislature in the 11th Plymouth District.
“Massachusetts needs more than a million new jobs,” said Hruby. “The legislature is key to reducing the legal barriers to job growth. We have every reason to believe that Dan Murphy will fight to reduce the barriers to job growth in Massachusetts. As a tax accountant and active member of local government, he is the Pro-Jobs Candidate in the 11th District,” said Hruby.
New Jobs conducts surveys of candidates and their opponents in selected districts. Comparing candidates’ responses race by race, these surveys show which candidate’s have the best understanding of how regulations, high taxes, the threat of harsh penalties, and uncertainty of state policies suppress job growth. Most important, Pro-Jobs Candidates support policies that will accelerate job growth across the entire Commonwealth.
“Dan Murphy understands that independent contracting is the route to new jobs for professionals having specialized skills. Murphy is a tax accountant and a two-term Selectman in Easton; he knows that employers and entrepreneurs face an unpredictable and adverse mind-set in state government. Voters in the 11th Plymouth district who want to turn around the state’s economy and create more jobs in all occupations should support Dan Murphy on Tuesday, November 6,” added Hruby.
New Jobs has been sounding the alarm that state-erected barriers to job growth have created a persistent jobs crisis lasting 22 years. According to figures New Jobs compiled from state and federal statistics, the Commonwealth needs more than a million new jobs in order to satisfy the widespread need for employment by the unemployed, the underemployed, new graduates, and retired persons who want to supplement their incomes. The need for jobs includes part-time, full-time, and project-based work.
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About New Jobs for Massachusetts. New Jobs for Massachusetts is a public policy advocate for rapid growth in private sector employment in Massachusetts. Its mission is to accelerate the growth of new jobs across the state, including self-employment, professional services, entrepreneurial start-ups, licensing, corporate spin-outs, and expanding company employment.
New Jobs works with innovative business leaders, legislators, agencies, the media, voters, interest groups and think tanks to devise solutions custom-tailored to Massachusetts’ unique resources for job growth.
New Jobs is non-partisan and non-profit. It is supported entirely by voluntary contributions and accepts no government funds.
Mike Hruby has been a consultant to large and mid-sized technology companies for more than 20 years. During the course of over 500 projects his firm helped companies nationwide enter new markets for their products. From 2005 to 2007 he built a data center cooling business for a client based on its patent, and subsequently found licensees for corporate technologies. He wrote an award-winning book on corporate growth strategy titled Technoleverage. He has a Master's degree in Resource Economics from the University of New Hampshire and a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Rochester. He lives in Boxborough, Mass., with his wife, Leslie.
www.NewMassJobs.com
in State’s 11th Plymouth District
NEW JOBS FOR MASSACHUSETTS
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 18, 2012
Contact: Mike Hruby
Phone: 978-263-3429
Advocacy Group Endorses Daniel Murphy
As the Candidate Who Will Reduce Legal Barriers to Job Growth
Boston, MA…Today Mike Hruby, President of New Jobs for Massachusetts, Inc. (New Jobs), a public policy advocate for rapid growth in private sector employment in Massachusetts, announced that the group was endorsing Mr. Daniel Murphy of Easton for election to the State Legislature in the 11th Plymouth District.
“Massachusetts needs more than a million new jobs,” said Hruby. “The legislature is key to reducing the legal barriers to job growth. We have every reason to believe that Dan Murphy will fight to reduce the barriers to job growth in Massachusetts. As a tax accountant and active member of local government, he is the Pro-Jobs Candidate in the 11th District,” said Hruby.
New Jobs conducts surveys of candidates and their opponents in selected districts. Comparing candidates’ responses race by race, these surveys show which candidate’s have the best understanding of how regulations, high taxes, the threat of harsh penalties, and uncertainty of state policies suppress job growth. Most important, Pro-Jobs Candidates support policies that will accelerate job growth across the entire Commonwealth.
“Dan Murphy understands that independent contracting is the route to new jobs for professionals having specialized skills. Murphy is a tax accountant and a two-term Selectman in Easton; he knows that employers and entrepreneurs face an unpredictable and adverse mind-set in state government. Voters in the 11th Plymouth district who want to turn around the state’s economy and create more jobs in all occupations should support Dan Murphy on Tuesday, November 6,” added Hruby.
New Jobs has been sounding the alarm that state-erected barriers to job growth have created a persistent jobs crisis lasting 22 years. According to figures New Jobs compiled from state and federal statistics, the Commonwealth needs more than a million new jobs in order to satisfy the widespread need for employment by the unemployed, the underemployed, new graduates, and retired persons who want to supplement their incomes. The need for jobs includes part-time, full-time, and project-based work.
# # #
About New Jobs for Massachusetts. New Jobs for Massachusetts is a public policy advocate for rapid growth in private sector employment in Massachusetts. Its mission is to accelerate the growth of new jobs across the state, including self-employment, professional services, entrepreneurial start-ups, licensing, corporate spin-outs, and expanding company employment.
New Jobs works with innovative business leaders, legislators, agencies, the media, voters, interest groups and think tanks to devise solutions custom-tailored to Massachusetts’ unique resources for job growth.
New Jobs is non-partisan and non-profit. It is supported entirely by voluntary contributions and accepts no government funds.
Mike Hruby has been a consultant to large and mid-sized technology companies for more than 20 years. During the course of over 500 projects his firm helped companies nationwide enter new markets for their products. From 2005 to 2007 he built a data center cooling business for a client based on its patent, and subsequently found licensees for corporate technologies. He wrote an award-winning book on corporate growth strategy titled Technoleverage. He has a Master's degree in Resource Economics from the University of New Hampshire and a Bachelor's degree in History from the University of Rochester. He lives in Boxborough, Mass., with his wife, Leslie.
www.NewMassJobs.com
Friday, October 5, 2012
Podcast from Dan Murphy's visith with Night Talk
Click here to go the podcast
October 1, 2012, Monday Night Talk;
State Rep. candidate Dan Murphy
Republican candidate for the 11th Plymouth District State Representative seat Dan Murphy visits Monday Night Talk to talk with host Kevin Tocci and Joe Rossi about his campaign to fill the office vacated by long time State Rep Gerry Creedon.
October 1, 2012, Monday Night Talk;
State Rep. candidate Dan Murphy
Republican candidate for the 11th Plymouth District State Representative seat Dan Murphy visits Monday Night Talk to talk with host Kevin Tocci and Joe Rossi about his campaign to fill the office vacated by long time State Rep Gerry Creedon.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
LETTER TO VOTERS IN THE 11TH PLYMOUTH DISTRICT
Friends,
I am a candidate for State Representative in your District and I am asking for your vote on November 6th. The election will be a close one, and your vote matters.
Originally from Brockton, I am raising my family in Easton and have strong ties to both communities. I am currently a Selectman for the Town of Easton, having started in local government on the Town's Finance Committee. As a Selectman, I know the importance of an engaged, effective and experienced legislator at the state level. An active State Legislator can have a profoundly positive effect on the issues we are dealing with in our communities. With your support, I believe we can improve the quality of life for all of Brockton and Easton with serious and committed leadership at the state level. I believe I have the skills for the job.
When I became involved in local politics, I gained an in-depth knowledge of the financial pressures our communities are facing. I discovered that there were no easy solutions to our problems, and strong leadership and compromise are the only way to begin to tackle these issues. I decided to run for state office because I have the experience to take on the challenges our communities are facing.
Here are a few of the key issues facing our communities:
Jobs and the economy: This is the most important issue for voters. I know. I am an accountant and have run a small business for ten years. I work with other businesses' taxes, accounting and payroll. I know the challenges that small businesses face on a daily basis. They are afraid to hire, concerned about the unpredictability of unemployment taxes, and worried about new regulations that may impact their business. If elected, I will propose and fight for a tax credit for new hires, giving businesses incentive to grow while easing the burden on the unemployment system.
Municipal Finance/Unfunded Liabilities: Communities in Massachusetts are facing their own debt crisis. Heath care and pension costs continue to eat up larger portions of municipal budgets. If we don't address the issue now, we will be facing a tidal wave of debt that will cripple the Commonwealth. Most communities make the minimum payment every year on this debt to preserve local funding for public safety and education. The result-pushing the cost of healthcare into the future. Brockton's healthcare balance due is currently $700M and Easton's is $100M. Eventually, increasing taxes or cutting services will be the only solution. We need to address this crisis now. We need to make legislative changes to the health care systems for future hires and stem the tide of rising debt. Strong leaders address problems before they become too big to handle and this is one problem I will work hard to solve.
If you believe that these issues are critical, I ask you to compare my resume with that of my opponent. I feel I have the experience, both in local government and small business, which will allow me to hit the ground running.
I encourage you to email or call with any questions you may have. I can make a difference for our communities on Beacon Hill and I ask for your vote on November 6th. Please forward to any friends or family in the district.
Thank you,
Dan Murphy
I am a candidate for State Representative in your District and I am asking for your vote on November 6th. The election will be a close one, and your vote matters.
Originally from Brockton, I am raising my family in Easton and have strong ties to both communities. I am currently a Selectman for the Town of Easton, having started in local government on the Town's Finance Committee. As a Selectman, I know the importance of an engaged, effective and experienced legislator at the state level. An active State Legislator can have a profoundly positive effect on the issues we are dealing with in our communities. With your support, I believe we can improve the quality of life for all of Brockton and Easton with serious and committed leadership at the state level. I believe I have the skills for the job.
When I became involved in local politics, I gained an in-depth knowledge of the financial pressures our communities are facing. I discovered that there were no easy solutions to our problems, and strong leadership and compromise are the only way to begin to tackle these issues. I decided to run for state office because I have the experience to take on the challenges our communities are facing.
Here are a few of the key issues facing our communities:
Jobs and the economy: This is the most important issue for voters. I know. I am an accountant and have run a small business for ten years. I work with other businesses' taxes, accounting and payroll. I know the challenges that small businesses face on a daily basis. They are afraid to hire, concerned about the unpredictability of unemployment taxes, and worried about new regulations that may impact their business. If elected, I will propose and fight for a tax credit for new hires, giving businesses incentive to grow while easing the burden on the unemployment system.
Municipal Finance/Unfunded Liabilities: Communities in Massachusetts are facing their own debt crisis. Heath care and pension costs continue to eat up larger portions of municipal budgets. If we don't address the issue now, we will be facing a tidal wave of debt that will cripple the Commonwealth. Most communities make the minimum payment every year on this debt to preserve local funding for public safety and education. The result-pushing the cost of healthcare into the future. Brockton's healthcare balance due is currently $700M and Easton's is $100M. Eventually, increasing taxes or cutting services will be the only solution. We need to address this crisis now. We need to make legislative changes to the health care systems for future hires and stem the tide of rising debt. Strong leaders address problems before they become too big to handle and this is one problem I will work hard to solve.
If you believe that these issues are critical, I ask you to compare my resume with that of my opponent. I feel I have the experience, both in local government and small business, which will allow me to hit the ground running.
I encourage you to email or call with any questions you may have. I can make a difference for our communities on Beacon Hill and I ask for your vote on November 6th. Please forward to any friends or family in the district.
Thank you,
Dan Murphy
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
11th Plymouth district candidates square off over state pension
By Justin Graeber
Enterprise Staff Writer
Posted Oct 03, 2012 @ 09:30 PM
Last update Oct 03, 2012 @ 09:32 PM
Read more: http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x383194630/11th-Plymouth-district-candidates-square-off-over-state-pension#ixzz28MWLPF2a
EASTON —
The Republican candidate for state representative in the 11th Plymouth District is saying, if elected, he would opt out of the state pension system.
“I’m putting my money where my mouth is,” Dan Murphy of Easton, the GOP contender, said in a statement this week.
But his Democratic opponent called the move “symbolic” and said it would have little benefit to taxpayers.
“Dan offers a symbolic gesture,” said Claire Cronin, also of Easton.
“Real benefit will come by actually solving the problems within the pension system, eliminating fraud and abuse, while honoring past commitments and making the system sustainable over time,” she said.
Murphy said he would place his savings into a private retirement account, and he hoped the “small gesture” would save taxpayers money.
“I believe that holding elected office should not be a career, but rather it should be a point in a person’s life that, together with their work in the private sector and the community service can make a positive difference,” Murphy wrote in his statement. “I am going to the Statehouse to be a fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers, not a burden.”
Cronin said, if elected, she will give up her law business to devote her energies to Beacon Hill full-time.
Murphy has said he will retain his Easton-based tax, accounting and payroll business.
The 11th Plymouth District was redrawn after the 2010 Census and consists of Ward 1, Precinct D of Ward 3, and Precincts C and D of Ward 7, in Brockton, in Plymouth County, and Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, of the town of Easton, in Bristol County.
Murphy and Cronin are competing for an open seat left by Democrat Geraldine Creedon of Brockton, who declined to seek re-election.
Read more: http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x383194630/11th-Plymouth-district-candidates-square-off-over-state-pension#ixzz28MWVdGL9
Enterprise Staff Writer
Posted Oct 03, 2012 @ 09:30 PM
Last update Oct 03, 2012 @ 09:32 PM
Read more: http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x383194630/11th-Plymouth-district-candidates-square-off-over-state-pension#ixzz28MWLPF2a
EASTON —
The Republican candidate for state representative in the 11th Plymouth District is saying, if elected, he would opt out of the state pension system.
“I’m putting my money where my mouth is,” Dan Murphy of Easton, the GOP contender, said in a statement this week.
But his Democratic opponent called the move “symbolic” and said it would have little benefit to taxpayers.
“Dan offers a symbolic gesture,” said Claire Cronin, also of Easton.
“Real benefit will come by actually solving the problems within the pension system, eliminating fraud and abuse, while honoring past commitments and making the system sustainable over time,” she said.
Murphy said he would place his savings into a private retirement account, and he hoped the “small gesture” would save taxpayers money.
“I believe that holding elected office should not be a career, but rather it should be a point in a person’s life that, together with their work in the private sector and the community service can make a positive difference,” Murphy wrote in his statement. “I am going to the Statehouse to be a fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers, not a burden.”
Cronin said, if elected, she will give up her law business to devote her energies to Beacon Hill full-time.
Murphy has said he will retain his Easton-based tax, accounting and payroll business.
The 11th Plymouth District was redrawn after the 2010 Census and consists of Ward 1, Precinct D of Ward 3, and Precincts C and D of Ward 7, in Brockton, in Plymouth County, and Precincts 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5, of the town of Easton, in Bristol County.
Murphy and Cronin are competing for an open seat left by Democrat Geraldine Creedon of Brockton, who declined to seek re-election.
Read more: http://www.enterprisenews.com/news/x383194630/11th-Plymouth-district-candidates-square-off-over-state-pension#ixzz28MWVdGL9
MURPHY DISAPPOINTED CRONIN WON’T PARTICIPATE IN STONEHILL COLLEGE DEBATE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wednesday October 3, 2012
MURPHY DISAPPOINTED CRONIN WON’T PARTICIPATE IN STONEHILL COLLEGE DEBATE
Easton, MA – Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, expressed disappointment that his opponent Claire Cronin has refused to participate in the Stonehill College debate.
“I think debates help inform the public of our stances on the issues. I’m disappointed that Ms. Cronin is too busy to participate at the only college debate. One of us will be representing the college at the State House, so I believe it is important to discuss our issues there,” said Murphy. “If she cannot make herself available during the election season, then she certainly won’t be afterwards.”
Murphy wonders if Cronin is refusing due to their last joint appearance. During a Brockton cable show Cronin was unaware of the new law passed forcing home daycare centers into a state employee union if they accept one child on a state voucher. She claimed the bill being supported by one of her biggest donors the SEIU had not passed.
“I think for someone claiming to want to help small business she should have known that anit-business bill had passed. We are all still waiting to see if she will return the SEIU’s money to support our local women owned businesses or if her claims are just all talk,” said Murphy.
On a different campaign matter Murphy pledged opt out of the state pension system. He believes that politicians should not receive a pension for serving in office.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com or call 617-293-4758.
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Wednesday October 3, 2012
MURPHY DISAPPOINTED CRONIN WON’T PARTICIPATE IN STONEHILL COLLEGE DEBATE
Easton, MA – Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, expressed disappointment that his opponent Claire Cronin has refused to participate in the Stonehill College debate.
“I think debates help inform the public of our stances on the issues. I’m disappointed that Ms. Cronin is too busy to participate at the only college debate. One of us will be representing the college at the State House, so I believe it is important to discuss our issues there,” said Murphy. “If she cannot make herself available during the election season, then she certainly won’t be afterwards.”
Murphy wonders if Cronin is refusing due to their last joint appearance. During a Brockton cable show Cronin was unaware of the new law passed forcing home daycare centers into a state employee union if they accept one child on a state voucher. She claimed the bill being supported by one of her biggest donors the SEIU had not passed.
“I think for someone claiming to want to help small business she should have known that anit-business bill had passed. We are all still waiting to see if she will return the SEIU’s money to support our local women owned businesses or if her claims are just all talk,” said Murphy.
On a different campaign matter Murphy pledged opt out of the state pension system. He believes that politicians should not receive a pension for serving in office.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com or call 617-293-4758.
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Monday, October 1, 2012
MURPHY WON'T TAKE PENSION
PRESS RELEASE
Monday, October 1, 2012
MURPHY WON’T TAKE PENSION
MURPHY PLEDGES TO OPT OUT OF STATE PENSION
Easton, MA – Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, announced that he will opt out of the state pension system.
“For me, public service means public service. Being elected to office is not supposed to be about getting a pension. That’s why I will decline. Moreover, it will help save taxpayer dollars,” said Murphy.
Murphy will place his savings into a private retirement account. He believes that politicians should not receive a pension for serving in office.
“This is a small gesture, but I want voters to know that I will be a State Representative obligated to no one but the people of this district,” said Murphy. “I believe that holding elected office should not be a career, but rather it should be a point in a person’s life that, together with their work in the private sector and the community service can make a positive difference. I am going to the State House to be a fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers not a burden.”
“I am putting my money where my mouth is,” added Murphy.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com or call 617-293-4758.
Monday, October 1, 2012
MURPHY WON’T TAKE PENSION
MURPHY PLEDGES TO OPT OUT OF STATE PENSION
Easton, MA – Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, announced that he will opt out of the state pension system.
“For me, public service means public service. Being elected to office is not supposed to be about getting a pension. That’s why I will decline. Moreover, it will help save taxpayer dollars,” said Murphy.
Murphy will place his savings into a private retirement account. He believes that politicians should not receive a pension for serving in office.
“This is a small gesture, but I want voters to know that I will be a State Representative obligated to no one but the people of this district,” said Murphy. “I believe that holding elected office should not be a career, but rather it should be a point in a person’s life that, together with their work in the private sector and the community service can make a positive difference. I am going to the State House to be a fiscal watchdog for the taxpayers not a burden.”
“I am putting my money where my mouth is,” added Murphy.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com or call 617-293-4758.
Monday, September 24, 2012
Murphy Touts Small Business Perspective, Experience in Local Government
Murphy Touts Small Business Perspective, Experience in Local Government
Easton Selectman Dan Murphy is the Republican nominee in the 11th Plymouth District State Rep race.
By Patrick Maguire, Easton Patch September 24, 2012
http://easton-ma.patch.com/articles/murphy-cites-small-business-perspective-local-government-experience-in-race-for-11th-plymouth
When voters in Easton and Brockton take to the polls on Nov. 6 to vote for a new State Representative in Easton and Brockton, Selectman Dan Murphy (R - Easton) hopes the perspective and experience he brings to the table will help him earn a spot on Beacon Hill.
"I’m not asking them to vote Republican," Murphy said. "I’m asking them to vote for me. I hope Unenrolleds and Democrats vote for me because they listen to what I’m talking about, they think the problems I want to address are important, and they see that I have the background, experience and specific proposals to address them. I would say: Forget about where somebody lives. Forget about the letter next to their name. At the end of the day, who do you think is going to be the best person to do this job?"
Murphy is looking to become a State Rep for the 11th Plymouth District, which makes up Precincts 1-5 in Easton and all of Ward 1, Ward 3-D, Ward 7-C and 7-D in Brockton.
His competition is Cosma Road neighbor Claire Cronin, who recently won a Democratic Primary with 33 percent of the vote over Brockton City Councilors Jass Stewart and Robert Sullivan and Southeastern Regional School Committee Chair Mark Linde.
Cronin won Easton convincingly and got the third most votes in Brockton.
While Cronin cites her experience as a mediator, Murphy touts his background in accounting and as part of the area's small business community - and also his experience in local government. He was recently re-elected as a Selectman and is serving his second year on the Board. Prior to that, he served on Easton's Finance Committee.
He is contending for the seat currently held by Geraldine Creedon, who announced her retirement last year. Creedon, a Brockton Democrat, has held the seat for 17 years. Her most recent win two years ago was by a narrow margin of 5,836-4,315 over Easton Republican Kristine Abrams, who swept the Easton precincts but fell short in Brockton.
While there is a minority of Republicans on Beacon Hill (Democrats currently outnumber Republicans 127-33), Murphy is hoping a win in the 11th Plymouth will bring more balance.
"In any group you need balance," he said. "That can only help. When one group – whatever group it is – dominates, healthy debate goes out the window. The more healthy debate we can have with the two sides is important.
Murphy said the most important issues that need tackling are jobs and the economy.
As an accountant who works with small business owners, he feels he has a unique perspective that most legislators on Beacon Hill don't have.
"I think the type of accountant [I am] – the fact that I deal with small businesses and people," he said. "Once a year I sit down and deal with people’s taxes. We talk about how their year was, what the economy is like for them, what their tax issues are, and I think that’s an important perspective. On the small business side, I think it’s important that I deal with small businesses because I hear from them."
Additionally, his role in local government has helped him foresee looming problems at the state and local level. In particular, Murphy points to employee retirement costs in Easton and Brockton caused by rising health care costs, longer living retirees and a smaller work force paying into the system. "Brockton has a $700 million retiree health cost liability," Murphy said. "Easton has a $100 million dollar unfunded retiree healthcare cost liability. That’s not Brockton or Easton’s fault – it’s universal in Massachusetts and something needs to be done about it.
If there isn’t [something done about it], it’s going to be a real problem."
Murphy hopes to bring another voice to the discussion. "There has to be some leadership at the state level," he said. "A commission has been formed that will present some ideas to the legislature. I think coming from my experience as Selectman I’ll be able to add quite a bit to that conversation. There’s got to be some fundamental change in the system in order to not hurt people. The goal is to keep the things the way they are for retirees but fix the system so it doesn’t go bankrupt for future retirees."
If elected, Murphy will continue to be a Selectman in Easton, he said. He cites his role on Easton's Board as a strength and refutes critics who believe he'd be adding too much to his plate.
"I talked to Brad Jones who’s the minority leader at the beginning of this process," Murphy said. "When he first became a State Rep he was a Selectman and he served out his term and he thought it brought a valuable experience. You can get lost in Beacon Hill amongst what’s going on out there, but if you’re tied to the communities and you understand what’s going on at that level, I think that brings some perspective."
Additionally, Murphy feels his ties to Easton won't affect his ability to legislate for Brockton as well. While he has spent most of his life in Easton, he is originally from Brockton.
"I was born in Brockton, went to Elementary School in Brockton, love Brockton and the issues that I’m talking about aren’t Brockton issues or Easton issues," he said. "They’re issues for everybody. The jobs issue doesn’t stop at the border of the Easton and Brockton line. The municipal liability issue is probably a bigger concern in Brockton than it is in Easton just because of it’s sheer size."
Murphy also hopes to provide local aid to both Easton and Brockton - a priority outlined on his website, saying it is "the key to providing jobs for police, fire fighters, and teachers."
In terms of addressing Easton's schools, he is sure to point out that education is not a Democratic issue.
"I think the formula for education, the Chapter 70 formula, would have to be addressed," he said. "To think that education is a Republican or Democratic issue is ridiculous. I have a daughter across the street at Moreau Hall. Believe me, education is important to me and every other Republican I know. "I think the more decisions we can make on a local level – I think that might be the distinction between us. I would like decisions being made locally to understand their specific issues and specific problems are more important than from a Federal perspective or even a State perspective."
While he is hoping to bring more aid to the district, he is hoping the South Coast Rail stays out of the Shovel Town.
Murphy has expressed opposition a train through Easton since his initial run for Selectman. At the State level, he questions whether the MBTA can handle extension. "I think they’re overextending themselves at a time when they’re in a lot of trouble and that would be my continued position," he said. "I don’t think this is an economically feasible project for the government right now."
Between the train, employee retirement costs, jobs, the economy and local aid there is no shortage of issues. "I think there are some big issues to address and we need to address them," he said.
Easton Selectman Dan Murphy is the Republican nominee in the 11th Plymouth District State Rep race.
By Patrick Maguire, Easton Patch September 24, 2012
http://easton-ma.patch.com/articles/murphy-cites-small-business-perspective-local-government-experience-in-race-for-11th-plymouth
When voters in Easton and Brockton take to the polls on Nov. 6 to vote for a new State Representative in Easton and Brockton, Selectman Dan Murphy (R - Easton) hopes the perspective and experience he brings to the table will help him earn a spot on Beacon Hill.
"I’m not asking them to vote Republican," Murphy said. "I’m asking them to vote for me. I hope Unenrolleds and Democrats vote for me because they listen to what I’m talking about, they think the problems I want to address are important, and they see that I have the background, experience and specific proposals to address them. I would say: Forget about where somebody lives. Forget about the letter next to their name. At the end of the day, who do you think is going to be the best person to do this job?"
Murphy is looking to become a State Rep for the 11th Plymouth District, which makes up Precincts 1-5 in Easton and all of Ward 1, Ward 3-D, Ward 7-C and 7-D in Brockton.
His competition is Cosma Road neighbor Claire Cronin, who recently won a Democratic Primary with 33 percent of the vote over Brockton City Councilors Jass Stewart and Robert Sullivan and Southeastern Regional School Committee Chair Mark Linde.
Cronin won Easton convincingly and got the third most votes in Brockton.
While Cronin cites her experience as a mediator, Murphy touts his background in accounting and as part of the area's small business community - and also his experience in local government. He was recently re-elected as a Selectman and is serving his second year on the Board. Prior to that, he served on Easton's Finance Committee.
He is contending for the seat currently held by Geraldine Creedon, who announced her retirement last year. Creedon, a Brockton Democrat, has held the seat for 17 years. Her most recent win two years ago was by a narrow margin of 5,836-4,315 over Easton Republican Kristine Abrams, who swept the Easton precincts but fell short in Brockton.
While there is a minority of Republicans on Beacon Hill (Democrats currently outnumber Republicans 127-33), Murphy is hoping a win in the 11th Plymouth will bring more balance.
"In any group you need balance," he said. "That can only help. When one group – whatever group it is – dominates, healthy debate goes out the window. The more healthy debate we can have with the two sides is important.
Murphy said the most important issues that need tackling are jobs and the economy.
As an accountant who works with small business owners, he feels he has a unique perspective that most legislators on Beacon Hill don't have.
"I think the type of accountant [I am] – the fact that I deal with small businesses and people," he said. "Once a year I sit down and deal with people’s taxes. We talk about how their year was, what the economy is like for them, what their tax issues are, and I think that’s an important perspective. On the small business side, I think it’s important that I deal with small businesses because I hear from them."
Additionally, his role in local government has helped him foresee looming problems at the state and local level. In particular, Murphy points to employee retirement costs in Easton and Brockton caused by rising health care costs, longer living retirees and a smaller work force paying into the system. "Brockton has a $700 million retiree health cost liability," Murphy said. "Easton has a $100 million dollar unfunded retiree healthcare cost liability. That’s not Brockton or Easton’s fault – it’s universal in Massachusetts and something needs to be done about it.
If there isn’t [something done about it], it’s going to be a real problem."
Murphy hopes to bring another voice to the discussion. "There has to be some leadership at the state level," he said. "A commission has been formed that will present some ideas to the legislature. I think coming from my experience as Selectman I’ll be able to add quite a bit to that conversation. There’s got to be some fundamental change in the system in order to not hurt people. The goal is to keep the things the way they are for retirees but fix the system so it doesn’t go bankrupt for future retirees."
If elected, Murphy will continue to be a Selectman in Easton, he said. He cites his role on Easton's Board as a strength and refutes critics who believe he'd be adding too much to his plate.
"I talked to Brad Jones who’s the minority leader at the beginning of this process," Murphy said. "When he first became a State Rep he was a Selectman and he served out his term and he thought it brought a valuable experience. You can get lost in Beacon Hill amongst what’s going on out there, but if you’re tied to the communities and you understand what’s going on at that level, I think that brings some perspective."
Additionally, Murphy feels his ties to Easton won't affect his ability to legislate for Brockton as well. While he has spent most of his life in Easton, he is originally from Brockton.
"I was born in Brockton, went to Elementary School in Brockton, love Brockton and the issues that I’m talking about aren’t Brockton issues or Easton issues," he said. "They’re issues for everybody. The jobs issue doesn’t stop at the border of the Easton and Brockton line. The municipal liability issue is probably a bigger concern in Brockton than it is in Easton just because of it’s sheer size."
Murphy also hopes to provide local aid to both Easton and Brockton - a priority outlined on his website, saying it is "the key to providing jobs for police, fire fighters, and teachers."
In terms of addressing Easton's schools, he is sure to point out that education is not a Democratic issue.
"I think the formula for education, the Chapter 70 formula, would have to be addressed," he said. "To think that education is a Republican or Democratic issue is ridiculous. I have a daughter across the street at Moreau Hall. Believe me, education is important to me and every other Republican I know. "I think the more decisions we can make on a local level – I think that might be the distinction between us. I would like decisions being made locally to understand their specific issues and specific problems are more important than from a Federal perspective or even a State perspective."
While he is hoping to bring more aid to the district, he is hoping the South Coast Rail stays out of the Shovel Town.
Murphy has expressed opposition a train through Easton since his initial run for Selectman. At the State level, he questions whether the MBTA can handle extension. "I think they’re overextending themselves at a time when they’re in a lot of trouble and that would be my continued position," he said. "I don’t think this is an economically feasible project for the government right now."
Between the train, employee retirement costs, jobs, the economy and local aid there is no shortage of issues. "I think there are some big issues to address and we need to address them," he said.
Saturday, September 15, 2012
MURPHY WILL WORK TO CREATE A PRO-JOBS CLIMATE IN MASSACHUSETTS
PRESS RELEASE
MURPHY WILL WORK TO CREATE A PRO-JOBS CLIMATE IN MASSACHUSETTS
Murphy Proposes Easing Rules on Freelancers
Easton, MA –
Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, announced that when elected he will work to modify the rules on independent contractors and freelancers.
“Massachusetts has been losing jobs over th e past two months. Unemployment numbers have ticked up when they should have been dropping due to seasonal employment opportunities. Our next State Representative must have a plan to grow jobs and stabilize our economy,” said Murphy. “One factor holding back job creation is the state’s stringent rules for being an independent contractor. This cuts down employers being able to sub out work. By making some small changes we can help more people get back into the work force and try new careers.”
As a tax accountant Murphy routinely sees how the rules for independent contractors impede businesses from hiring freelancers. These freelancers many times get full time employment when the employer realizes the benefit and the need. Allowing people to freelance gives them a foot in the door and experience. As our State Representative, Murphy will use his extensive knowledge to modify the definition of independent contractors.
“We could create thousands of new opportunities if we just made some changes to the definition of a freelance worker. This is just a common sense reform,” said Murphy. “It will be helpful to people thinking about a career change, recent graduates, and small business owners.”
“Our state ranks number one underemployed people. These are people who have had to take lesser jobs out of their field or a pay cut. Redefining independent contractor will greatly improve their chances for getting out of the underemployment doldrums,” added Murphy.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com.
MURPHY WILL WORK TO CREATE A PRO-JOBS CLIMATE IN MASSACHUSETTS
Murphy Proposes Easing Rules on Freelancers
Easton, MA –
Today Dan Murphy, Easton Selectman and Republican nominee for State Representative in the 11th Plymouth district, announced that when elected he will work to modify the rules on independent contractors and freelancers.
“Massachusetts has been losing jobs over th e past two months. Unemployment numbers have ticked up when they should have been dropping due to seasonal employment opportunities. Our next State Representative must have a plan to grow jobs and stabilize our economy,” said Murphy. “One factor holding back job creation is the state’s stringent rules for being an independent contractor. This cuts down employers being able to sub out work. By making some small changes we can help more people get back into the work force and try new careers.”
As a tax accountant Murphy routinely sees how the rules for independent contractors impede businesses from hiring freelancers. These freelancers many times get full time employment when the employer realizes the benefit and the need. Allowing people to freelance gives them a foot in the door and experience. As our State Representative, Murphy will use his extensive knowledge to modify the definition of independent contractors.
“We could create thousands of new opportunities if we just made some changes to the definition of a freelance worker. This is just a common sense reform,” said Murphy. “It will be helpful to people thinking about a career change, recent graduates, and small business owners.”
“Our state ranks number one underemployed people. These are people who have had to take lesser jobs out of their field or a pay cut. Redefining independent contractor will greatly improve their chances for getting out of the underemployment doldrums,” added Murphy.
Dan Murphy is currently serving his second term as a Selectman and has previously served as a member of the Easton Finance Committee. He was born in Brockton and attended the Kennedy Elementary School before moving to Easton. He graduated from Boston College, and now lives in Easton with his wife, Erica, and three young children, the oldest of whom is attending Easton Public Schools.
Murphy owns a tax, accounting and payroll business, located in Easton, and remains active in community organizations and businesses in the area. He is a member of the Brockton Rotary Club and the Easton YMCA Board of Governors, and is a corporator at the North Easton Savings Bank. He is also a member and former Board member of the Easton Chamber of Commerce.
For more information on Dan’s candidacy, voters can visit his website at www.ElectDanMurphy.com.
Saturday, May 26, 2012
Dan Murphy to Run for State Representative
Easton Patch picks up on Dan Murphy's candidacy:
Easton Selectman Dan Murphy (R-Easton) will officially be kicking off a campaign for State Rep in the 11th Plymouth District next month.You can read the full story here.
Murphy recently submitted the necessary signatures to qualify for the race, and said he plans to move forward as a candidate. His kickoff event is scheduled for June 13 at Easton Country Club.
Murphy said he decided to run after April 24's Easton Selectmen election when he and Colleen Corona were re-elected to the board. If elected as a State Representative in November, Murphy said he will stay on and continue to serve Easton as a Selectman.
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