Nov 10th 2011, 6:50:07
As a Massachusetts resident I did like how he managed the states revenue and managed to reduce our state deficit by $3B while governor without huge tax increases. He does seem to have a knack for finances. However I was opposed to the healthcare reform package he signed and still am. It requires all Mass residents to either have heath insurance, or pay a tax penalty provided you aren't poor (if you are you get Mass health). It affects many who work in small business where coverage isn't provided, and make too much to qualify for Mass health. The Commonwealth Care package that was created is a low level, rather expensive option for those such people (like myself) who have no other affordable option. The difference between care provided by Mass health and Commonwealth care is quite stark. Mass health provides practically 100% coverage for any required medical procedure and presciptions, while Commonwealth Care requires a monthly enrollment fee (based on income), co-pays, deductables, and no coverage for for some things covered 100% under Mass health.
Overall, I do think he is a better option than Osama, however my vote will be going elsewhere (at least in the primaries).