In the last few
months, the two aspirants competing over a single seat at the US House of
Representatives, candidates Joseph (Joe) P. Kennedy and Sean Bielat have spent
endless hours campaigning across the traditionally blue state or democratic
district. Their goal is not only to rally the individual political base, but
also to win the support of most of the independent voters in the 4th
congressional district. Each candidate, demonstrating the strengths and areas of
improvement, has made their case in the 4th congressional district as
to why voters should elect them to the Congress. The popular question is, will
the “Kennedy” name be to the advantage of Joe Kennedy? Put differently, will Joe be judged on
the basis of the legacy built by the Kennedy family? Why should the electorates
in the Massachusetts district vote for Joe to be the next congressman?
Although, the Kennedys are known for their extraordinary public record, this may
not necessarily be the yield stick voters would use to measure the expected
performance of Joe should he get to the Congress. On the other hand, Bielat’s
supporters or undecided voters may question Joe’s lack of experience to that of
Sean’s qualifications. Regardless of the fact that Joe is one of the Kennedys,
I strongly believe Joe as an individual and the values he holds has better
chances of gaining more support in his district. Joe is very proud of his
public service record,
legal aide volunteering, and as a young prosecutor. Speaking to his supporters
in the congressional district, Joe is asking his supporters not to judge him
by his affiliation with the Kennedys, but to consider his public service
record. Although, the Kennedy legacy cannot be discounted.
At the age of 32,
Joe attaches more importance to the significantly high college debts incurred
by students, the deficit crisis and civil rights issues regarding women’s
rights and same-sex union. He is a young, and have a better understanding of diversity.
He knows how to help the district work with the diversity in Massachusetts and
across America. Speaking voters, especially the undecided voters in the 4th
congressional district, Joe promised to be good representative for the district.
Sean differs from Joe in many ways but their biggest difference is the belief
in fairness and equality. Throughout Sean’s campaign, Sean has based his argument
on the need to address the debt crisis, improve college education and strengthened
national security. These tend to resonate well with his republican base. But
whether that will win him independent votes is subject to debate. Moreover, he
has failed to address the current social issues such as, equality in the
work place, women’s rights such as women’s right to choose and same sex union.
Times are changing, Sean’s inability to acknowledge these changes may make
voters to question his ability to be a good representative of for people
in the 4th congressional district. Regardless of what each candidate
says, the final decision would be made by the Massachusetts voters.
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Work Cited
Sean Bielat’s
Campaign Website http://www.seanforcongress.com/
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