All Bets are Off (Or "On" as the case may be) Rumors are swirling that the new Speaker of the House may replace our local Rep, Dan Bosley as the chair of the Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies. That would not just be a great loss to our region, but the loss of Dan's knowledge of this subject matter would be detriment to the entire commonwealth:

Bosley said he was loyal to DiMasi. He said he remained neutral in the speaker's contest until the retirement of DiMasi, who stepped down this week amidst the investigation for ethical problems.

On Monday, Bosley committed to DeLeo, but DeLeo had already secured enough votes to become speaker.

Bosley, who has been a leader in blocking casinos for the past 15 years on Beacon Hill, said he would play any role for DeLeo that the new speaker decides. He said he has no expectations.

I've personally heard Dan's interpretation of DiMasi's plight and I have no problem with him sticking with his trusted colleague and friend until the end. Politics being what it is, seeing someone pass on the chance to twist the knife is a rare demonstration of character.  ¶ 6:54 PM