There is nothing wrong with listening. You can listen to people; you can hear people's concerns. You can keep an open mind and still be perfectly strong.

We have come too far to go back, my friends.

Going back to high school and college, I believed I would be involved in public service. I literally could not conceptualize anything else.

I am very much a Red Sox fan; I can name you more players than you could possibly imagine. It's just part of who I am.

I think like a lot of people in this country I want to see a vision. And, again, that would be true of candidates on all levels. It's time to see a clear, bold vision for progressive economic change.

I didnt set out with the notion of running for elective office; it sort of grew over time. And I honestly at times questioned if progressive change can be effected through elected office.

I've always had a very positive relationship with the municipal labor unions - a respectful relationship.