During the debate, Congressman Capuano questioned Attorney General Martha Coakley's view on the Patriot Act. Coakley says she would vote against it as it is currently formulated. Khazei and Pagliuca also would vote against it.
Source: NECN on 2009 MA Senate debate
Dec 3, 2009
End "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy
Over 60,000 LGBT Americans risk their lives for the cause of freedom around the globe. Yet the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy does not allow these 60,000 American patriots to openly serve our country. With each officer, translator, fighter pilot, and
Navy SEAL discharged, we lessen not just our moral character, but our military strength. "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" makes our country less safe and makes our serving LGBT citizens less free. It's time to end this policy.
Source: Campaign website, www.alanforsenate.com, "Learn More"
Nov 15, 2009
Full, mandatory funding for Department of Veterans Affai
Alan Khazei is dedicated to ensuring that veterans receive world-class health and medical care, that they are provided with the most effective tools and resources when reintegrating back into civilian life, and that their families r
for their own unique sacrifices.
We need to guarantee that the Department of Veterans Affairs has full, mandatory funding to provide continuous care to our veterans and military families. This must include comprehensive cove
issues, including Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI).
We must work with existing programs--and create innovative new solutions--to improve the transition to civilian life and end homelessness a
This approach is central to the concept of Big Citizenship, the idea that empowered citizens are responsible for bringing real change to their communities. Veterans' employment and education benefits must be kept intact and well-fu
Source: Campaign website, www.alanforsenate.com, "Learn More"
Nov 15, 2009
