Robert Reich on Government Reform

Former Secretary of Labor; Democratic Challenger MA Governor

Cut wasteful programs, start with across-the-board 3% cuts

I'd look for places to cut wasteful spending. I'd start by cutting administrative costs by three percent across the board. I'd also focus on eliminating unnecessary make-work jobs, like the $18 million a year on patronage jobs in the court system. Over the past four years, they've cost the state more than $50 million. Or, to take another example, I'd cut the $4.5 million the Republican administration now spends on press secretaries. Source: Sep 17, 2002

Establish satellite governor's office in Berkshire County

Reich said that if he is elected, a satellite governor's office will be established in Berkshire County.

Standing on a wooden box behind the lectern, Reich, who is 4'10" tall, drew laughs when he declared himself to be "the only candidate with a real platform."

Source: D.R. Bahlman, Berkshire Eagle Apr 22, 2002

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