Get ready Rick. All your compassionate, tolerant and progressive fellow citizens (and those who slavishly vote for anyone with a D after their name) who think that a Kennedy I mean a Democrat belongs in that seat are going to abandon you like rats from a sinking ship. I wonder if your colleague Mr. AFL-CIO himself the self-proclaimed "blue collar guy" Paul Camuso will still tell you that "you're an outstanding addition to the city council" and thank you for your "vision and foresight" during council meetings after you commited such an outrageous crime against the "working families" of Massachusetts. They're "getting hammered" in case you haven't heard.

Scott Brown is like everyone eslse. Saying is one thing. Seeing it is another. It's like this with all the Polictions. Good Luck

You just lost my vote councilor. Scott Brown's continued anti-labor, pro-corporate stance has done little to bolster working families in this state. Elizabeth Warren may not look the part, but she would be a god-send for middle class workers, even without the pickup truck and barn jacket toting phony she is up against. As far as the "democratic" councilor is concerned you've shown the people your true red colors by spewing republican talking points of taxes and regulations. Then again I doubt that your employees at your limo company are paid a fair wage. Remember when it's re-election time the power of the working folks of Medford who will make sure that you are a one-term candidate and hopefully Scott Brown will join you. Thanks for trying to hoodwink the citizens of Medford into believing you stood for us Democrats...

Good for you councilor. Don't let the die hard Democrats keep you on a sinking ship because of the letter D. George you are one of the people voting America into the toilet because of a party. When the you know what hits the fan take a good look in the mirror when you wonder why. Coomon sense isn't that common anymore it seems.

The progressives have run this city and its schools into the ground. I know many democrats who will be voting the same way as Rick. They are finally waking up. These far left radicals need to go. Thank you Councilor Caraviello.

I agree with you George Martel. It's just like President Obama said last Friday: "if you've got a business you didn't build it, if you've been successful you didn't get there on your own". Let me remind you of something Republican Rick. Government, unions and the hammered middle class is what builds business and makes it successful. You business owners do nothing for the economy, the community or the country. That's what government, unions and the blood sweat and tears of the hammerd middle class are for. To get things moving. As a business owner you should also remember that organized labor are the folks who brought you the weekend. But what do you care? It's business owners like you who keep working families from putting food on the table. I hope you enjoy the thirty pieces of silver.

Scott Brown may be for small business..but he is not for the working class. When he had the chance to sign the Leddbetter "Fair Pay Act".. I was surprised that he is willing to campaign against the "Fair Pay Act" ..seeing he has 2 daughters..Goes to show where the Rebublican Party direction is going...Women will never be equal in what ever they do.
These women include wives,mothers,daughters,aunts,nieces,sisters,grandmothers,your neighbors..your friends. The Rebublicans want to stand still for women...or go back in time. Where the Democrates and Independants want to move forward. The Democratic Party is the only reason we were able to save the Stock Market.
At its worse in 2007 the last year
"good old george" was in office. Its come back the last two years..Plus
.Rick ..I am not surprised at your flip-floping.. I know its a "Republican" thing.
one of the last council meeting..Rick was HAPPY to announce that there were..
.. Three New Business.. that have open in Medford Square..HELLO RICK...Three Business LEFT..thats how we got three new ones to come in. ..Earth to Rick...Come in Rick..At least we know where you may stand...In The Middle......good god

Scott Brown supports equal pay, just not flawed bills. 800,000 more women are living in poverty since Obama took office. The poverty rate is growing faster for Hispanic women than any other group, and men are gaining 4 times as many jobs as men under Obama. Three quarters of a million more women are now unemployed. That’s the real war on women. No hope, only change for the worse!

The Leddbetter "Fair Pay Act" act is not a flawed bill. Why would you think the " Fair Pay Act" for women is a flawed bill. Its that kind of backward thinking we had with both George's in office.If women could make equal pay for equal work..you would have more women becoming business owners..and not just working for men. as far as your numbers go..Obama has spent the last 3 years cleaning up the financial mass left by George. He had to take care of our country's security..from the mess left by George..And the reason that unemployment numbers don't show how these women became unemployed..are you forgetting about all the natural disasters we had ..fires.floods.hurricans,twisters,drought......and all the troops that have come home, they get unemployment when they come home,,until they find employment.
If you want fairness for men, women, children and a clean planet ..Vote Obama.
If you want excuses,lies,"Fracking" and pollution of our soil,water and air.
Vote Romney

Looks like Scott is so desperate for votes he'll come out for a first-time councillor who has about as much way with words as Mayor Menino. But, maybe it was locking up the Fred Flintstone vote that really sealed the deal.

dave, love it. I don't care if Rick C. meets with Senator Brown, but I'm confused as to why he would basically campaign with him in a city that's reliably voted Democratic for decades.

Though I'm confused b/c I also saw him at a Sciortino fundraiser, and reps don't come much more progressive than that. Did he go for the free food? Does he make a point of hobnobbing with *every* elected official? Honestly, what does RC stand for for at this point; how would we know since he barely says two words during council meetings. My strongest memory is of him behaving like a buffoon at a public MBTA meeting...

RC is Mumbles Magee..lol

Good for you Councilor nevermind the unemployed and zombies who see a D next to a candidate and can't help themselves. Pow Wow Lizzie seems like a better candidate to them and that's their business. Not very smart but still their business.

One only needs to look at medfords poor performing schools..its rising crime..its disgrace of a medford square..its deteriorating roads ro know its democrat run..just like Washington DC..Detroit..Flint mi..pretty much all of California..democrat run baby..get people on the dole and watch as they walk the streets of medford all day or sit on their porches collecting..that's the Obama world now..good job voters.

"I vote for the person, not the party"--the mantra of the politically naive. People working together, not individuals, is how to get things done. And to StevieB and the others who think Democrats are to "blame"--apparently they are unaware of how well we are doing in Democratic (both big and small d/D) Massachusetts (lower infant mortality, better health care, lower divorce, better education, more energy efficiency) than nearly any of the other 50 states. Rick C has lost my vote, just as Scott Brown did long ago.

How many has it bankrupted? When my health insurance goes from $110.00 per week to $300.00 per week is Obama going to pay for it? Now that health insurance is going to be taxed as a benefit are the Hollywood jerks who support Obama going to pay for it? Massachusetts hospitals are and have always been the best in the world. Now Obama made them that way? What stupid arguments you people have. Health insurance is going to double and your taxreturn is going to be cut as well. Good thinking everyone. Unless you are on some sort of Government assistance program or wealthy this is going to hurt American working people.

Hey Comrade "Jeff C" who wrote your comment for you the Communist Party USA, the DNC or the AFL-CIO? What difference does it make? They're one and the same. That was some piece of liberal/commie/democrat agitprop. Thank you for reminding me why I never vote Democrat. Is there a number or web address you use to report any capitalist activity you see happening in Medford? (whitehouse.gov or elizabethwarren.com perhaps?) Does being an unrepentant capitalist pig (YES I WILL & DO WORK FOR MONEY) guarantee me a trip to Room 101? Because I just outed myself as a capitalist, do I now need to look over my shoulder to make sure that I'm not jumped from behind, clapped in chains and put on the next flight to Oceania? Thanks once again comrade or "brother" (like they say at the union hall) for reminding me why I never vote Democrat. And thanks for the weekend!

I didn't quote the entire speech MO, but I did not take his words out of context at all.

Kenny,
Please Tell Us How many Have Been Bankrupt?
When Did Your Health Insurance Go From... $110.00 to $300.00?
Why Should Hollywood Pay For Your Insurance?
Massachusetts Hospital Have Been the Best In The World,
I Said They Were The Safest.
If You Think This Argument Is Stupid? ..Then Why Are You Contributing To It?

Who cares what Ronald Reagan said! What President Obama said about successful business owners is true. If your business is sucessful it's not because of you. It's underpaid, overworked, exploited workers who make it successful. It's organized labor and yes it's the HAMMERED MIDDLE CLASS who make you ridiculously wealthy. Business does nothing for the economy or the community. Elizabeth Warren understands this and so does President Obama. At least they have the courage to say it. So when Prresident Obama says we have to spread the wealth around he's right. If it's for the common good I don't care. Apparently MB, MO, Kenny, stevie b, Richie M, Red Rick Caraviello and others do not understand this. Yes you are responsible for the plight of others. Who are you to question me MB? Do you own a business? How dare you question my my unions' response if my business were to struggle. That's why I joined a union for protection against greedy, exploitative business owners. That's why they struggle. Their greed. They bring it on themselves. And stevieB & Roger and Richie M of course blame the Democrats. Raymay was right when he said that Medford has reliably voted Democrat for decades. That's because Medford gets it. WE understand that collectively WE have to do what is right for the common good. We know who puts food in our children's mouths. Democrats do. We will strike when provoked. And together WE will go forward in November and reclaim OUR senate seat.

The Republicans President Left The White House With The Stock Market At 6500,
And Three Years Later, The Market Is Close To 13000. ..So If You Think We Are Not Better... We Are..,,,Look Around..The Work And Jobs Are There.
Every Where You look..There Is Construction Of Homes..Businesses..Roads and Progressive Infrastructure. Building Permits Are Up Nationwide. The Trucking Sector Is Hiring At A Steady Climb.. And Drivers Are In Demand Across The Country In All Sectors..These Are Factors Needed For Growth....... Look Around..Restaurants Are Full..Roadways Are Full..Sport Arenas Are Packed..So Are Our Bars..
People Buy Phones Worth Hundreds Of Dollars. Youth Have To Pay Hundreds Of Dollars For Team Uniforms And Activities, If The Rich Would Pay Their Share..Our Nation Would Be Better Off....so
If You want To Blame The Democrats...
Blame Them For Turning Our Country Around.....And Killing Our Worst Enemies.

Killing our worst enemies? Were you in the military? Was Obama? I was and think that what is happening is wrong. You should be ashamed to have Obama take credit for anything to do with military victories. Happy voting.

I just gotta say I called scott browns office and john kerry's office about an issue. Guess who called me back??? Scott Browns office. That's who I am voting for. Elizabeth Warren is a fraud and I am someone whose voted democrat for years and years until recently when I now look at the individual and vote on the individual and not the party. Warren is a liar.

Kenny, You Have Insulted Every Single American.
When Men Were At War..Before Women Could Serve ..Every American Left In The USA.. Took Care Of Our Country..
Children Gathered Rubber And Steel. Women Made Everything Needed To Fight.
Bring It Up To this War.. Non-Military Americans Across This Nation Have Given Support In Every Aspect Of War. You Don't Have To Serve To Be Patriotic and Pro America. Its Disturbing To Me That you Would Speak Un-American When It Comes To Our President Who Makes Life And Death Decisions When it Come to National Security. You Were Probably Absent That Day From Civics Class.
George The 1st. ...Left Hussan In Irag.
Then George The 2nd. Lies About Weapons Of Mass Destruction..
Stands On A Air Craft Carrier To Exclaims "Mission Accomplished" ..And Then DumpsThe War And The Worse Economy... In Obama's Lap. Give Me A Break..

Your version of history is sad. But it is your version and not the truth, typical democrat spin blame everyone but themselves. Who ran the House and Senate during Bush's presidency? I am not going to debate you because you have your opinion and Americans have theirs.

Here, here, Rick. Good for you! Vote for the person, not the party! I totally agree with you, which is why I became an 'independent'.
Ps... Scott Brown's office does get back to you too! ;)

Kenny, You Can't Argue What You Don't Know. I Understand.. Its Your Way Of Bowing Out Gracefully. I Am American And Now Feel Sorry For You. God Bless You.

God bless all Americans. I have seen what the world is and appreciate America I am not bowing out but it seems you are an authority on everything and I don't want you to interupt your agenda. Spend some of your time visiting a veterans hospital and see what I mean.

nicely put MB. One of my old employers is getting around the union by hiring LPN's. I watched my old co-workers get laid off bc of these high demands unions make, what's an employer to do? well they Lay off the non union workers. so much for unity when one group of people are so greedy that they dont care if the person they walk by down the hall loses their job. If there wasn't a union cuts would be made accordingly by all depts. that sounds fair to me. MB I too work for a small business owner and he pays me a lot more than when I was employed by a big company. My health insurance is pricey, i look at it this way if im not paying high health care costs im paying higher taxes I might as well invest on my health and not the folks on the dole.

Kenny,
Its Funny when anyone on here posts a comment on patch or don't agree others...you are labeled Un-American or you haven't seen the bad or sad times in life, or your accused of being on welfare or you have an ebt card card issue.
You haven't a clue what other people go through. Then you knock people for giving their opinion. It explains a lot about your character towards and about residents of Medford. I'm A Medford High Grad..No College. I'm far from being a know it all. I work in a law library and read a lot. Just because you and cindy think that because I don't agree with you two..I have no-idea what veterans or mentally challenged people go through.You don't know me...and that is a blessing. Cindy,what are you doing to get the AC put on...or do you just throw these statements to the air. Is that why you called Scott Browns office was to get the Ac turned on? or were you calling him to have Romney disclose his taxes? My contributions to veterans doesn't need your approval..its from my heart..I don't throw it in peoples faces. Both of you are too intelligent for my taste. I'm allergic to nuts.

Have you seen the Rick Caraviello waffle at Pancake House? Caraviello jumps the fence every other week...usually to get one of his flip flopper slippers that went to the side of the fence he forgot he was on. For those who don't watch the City Council regularly, Caraviello replaced Mark Arena who seemed to be a puppet of/for his father (and the Mayor). Caraviello wants to be an independent voice and he wants to hang on to the Mayor's ever-shortening coat tails. Rick, this was not the smartest of moves. Remember, Councilors with names ending in "o" are "owned" by the Mayor

OMG..Their hasn't been Ac since Ted was in office..and you know about it and do nothing to change it.

Just a note to everyone: it appears that Ella and Cindy are going back and forth; please understand that when reading the comments. I do not believe these are responses to my comment but a previous "thread" on this story that they were involved with.

Hey comrade "Jeff C" it's time to put away the Pete Seeger records and take a break from reading the lastest Wobblies newsletter. Now Colleen Hallisey is an enemy of state? Are you for real? What time does the picket line go up? That woman has done more for this community than you will ever do. The magnitude of your ignorance when it comes to basic economics and business is staggering. Colleen took the risk, worked hard, and earned it. SHE earned it. What do you do with the money you (ahem) earn comrade? Donate it to the (democrat) "Party" I'm sure. I bet you coo & swoon when your hero Obama bashes business. It's because you both have one thing in common, you both hate successful business. Contrary to liberal/socilalist beliefs no one owes you anything. You are certainly not entitled to what I have earned. Nor are you entitled to what successful business owners and entrepreneurs have earned. Despite your twisted liberal/socialist/commie claim that it's for "the common good". Speaking of Colleens. If your idol Obama ever came to Medford because "Medford reliably votes democrat and gets it" as you said, and he went to Colleens for a sappy photo op you wouldn't have a problem with Colleens then would you? No far from it. You would be one of the useful idiots jumping up and down on the sidewalk wearing a drool bib squealing: "he likes pistachio nut, o my gawd... the messiah likes pistachio nut".

I think Rick made a good choice.

Must we not forget Rich is a father of children living in Medford, a local business owner and elected public official.
How many politicians do you see walking the streets everyday, trying to make a difference? Right or wrong Rich got out of bed that day to try to make a difference in your lives, Rich had nothing to benefit from showcasing your and mine State Senator.
We as a country need to stop bashing our elected officials. They won a election. I would expect to see 45 new faces out there holding signs endorsing your self next year if you can do better. It is a thankless job. Rich would be better off taking a night job than working for the city of Medford.
This country needs to stick together, The world is falling apart. The president, Rich, Warren, can not fix the issues with such negativity! Rich doesn't care what party you support, his only desire is to make the city a better place. lets all help help him.
Tomorrow lets show some support and tone down the negativity . Work together ,think positive.
Lets all be happy we have a home, healthy family and what little money we have.
Lets concentrate on keeping the pledge in schools, helping Veterans , and flying our proud flag.
Were did snubbing the president get Tim Thomas? Respect your officials .

Patrick, elected officials have to earn our respect. That's the trouble with many of them, just because they are skilled at winning elections doesn't mean they have the skills necessary for the job the people need them to do. I like Rick Caraviello, but having spoken with him on a number of occasions I feel he doesn't understand the complexities of "Medford politics". The City Council is an entirely different animal than the Chamber of Commerce. Mark Arena found that out. How can I have respect for a Mayor who smiles for the camera and complete ignores our infrastructure. This Mayor is no novice, he's going on his 26th year and a police station is falling apart. Blindly respect a failure of a Mayor? No way. Mr. Caraviello has had his run-ins with Michael J. McGlynn too and has expressed disappointment to me in regards to our Mayor. Question authority. Do not blindly think that the Maiocco family selling a piece of land to the McGlynn family like the sale of the Cephas home (a relative of Council president Robert Maiocco) to a William Breslin Brady (Mike McGlynn's son-in-law). The sale price is $295,000.00, the mortgage is $465,750.00 and the value of the land and the home (165 Woburn St - corner of Brooks & Woburn streets) is $563,500.00. Read that a few times and tell me why I should respect Council President Maiocco and Mayor McGlynn. Sellers name Brook St. Rt. If the elected officials want some respect they need to be transparent.

I would like to know...
" Although Caraviello is a registered Democrat, he isn't exactly dyed blue. He said has voted for Republicans in the past, and his political ideology has an Independent ring to it."...."I vote for the person, not the party," he said.
Did Rick C. mention this in his campaign,that he voted Republican in the past.
I know a lot of residents and some business owners have been talking and asking that question..and most said if they had known..they would not have voted for him.
I for one can no-longer wait for transparency..we as citizen need to get the truth out..if the politicians don't want to come clean...there are those of us in Medford that will provide the truth..even if no-one wants to hear/see it or not. The residents will be informed of where there Tax Dollars are going..and if they are being wasted.
All the politicians in Medford should embrace this in an ethical and way..otherwise "whatcha-hiding".

Wow, Jeff C. So, you are supporting the wrongful conduct of this Mayor? Most people issue conjecture or rhetoric, meanwhile I'm videotaping real life events and making positive changes in this city with FACTS and Jeff C calls it "slinging mud." Let's be logical, Jeff, if the camera catches the facts, and we're slinging those facts that the Mayor is caught up in, then it is the Mayor swimming in mud and those pointing it out are slinging it. right? In that case tell the Mayor to hang his head in shame, resign and we'll focus the camera on the honest politicians who can step up and replace that mean-spirited, selfish dictator.

Let me repeat: they have to EARN our respect. It isn't a given. Attacking the messenger is a cheap shot, Jeff C.

Hey comrade "Jeff C", I'm about to leave work and enjoy the weekend that YOU brought me. I think I'll indulge in a little "invidious consumption" in your honor. Hasta la Victoria Siempre!

Thank you, Rick for finally letting us know where you stand. My partner and I will NOT be voting for you in 2013.

Rick, sounds like you used the D next to your name to get elected only. You have lost a lot of votes for supporting Scotty Boy. We can see through him and now we can see through you.

Grow up all you Caraviello bashers.......The man he showed around our city is a "UNITED STATES SENATOR" and a member since 1979 of our "UNITED STATES ARMY NATIONAL GUARD"...Colonel at that. Every politician in the city regardless of his/her political party should have extended greetings to the Senator, when he came to visit, its a matter of respect, something this country is lacking more and more and thats why we are in the shape we are ........Liberals are destroying this country.................
Hooray for Caraviello, at least he speaks the truth and doesn't hide his real thoughts..............keep going Rick