Healey’s Approval Ratings Soar Amid Transportation Proposals from Boston Mayoral Challenger
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is experiencing a notable resurgence in approval ratings, as a recent Morning Consult survey reveals a 10-point jump, bringing her approval to 59%. This marks a significant recovery from previous months, where she recorded just 49% approval in a University of New Hampshire poll. With 30% disapproving and 11% undecided, Healey ranks as the 16th most popular governor in the nation. However, she remains far from the top, trailing behind prominent governors like Phil Scott of Vermont, who enjoys a 72% approval rating.
The recent uptick comes after a period of criticism from Republican opponents, who labeled her vulnerable based on earlier polls. Still, the current figures signal a positive turnaround for the governor.
In related political news, Josh Kraft, a candidate in the Boston mayoral race, unveiled a comprehensive transportation plan aimed at improving the city’s infrastructure. Kraft, son of Patriots owner Robert Kraft, emphasizes a return to basic services, advocating for smarter, more equitable transportation solutions that address congestion and reduce carbon emissions. His proposals include creating a "Pothole Rapid Response Team" and assigning a "Housing & Transportation Czar" to integrate housing and transit planning.
Kraft’s strategy focuses on three main areas: enhancing roadway stewardship through data-driven decisions, advocating for fair representation in the MBTA, and promoting innovative transportation and workforce solutions. He believes Boston has the potential to modernize its system, provided it has the leadership to drive change.
Both Healey’s rising approval ratings and Kraft’s ambitious transportation vision signal vital shifts in Massachusetts and Boston’s political landscape.
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