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Statement from Massachusetts Democratic Party Chair Gus Bickford on Governor Charlie Baker’s Testimony During Vaccine Oversight Hearing

“Folks aren’t just frustrated with Governor Baker’s vaccine rollout, they’re furious and scared. While Baker tried to dismiss those fears at this morning’s hearing, Democrats in the legislature wouldn’t allow it. They asked him to justify the thoughtless pivots in his already disjointed strategy, causing mass confusion and concerning inequities in vaccine administration. Instead of taking responsibility for his management and technological failures, Governor Baker was eager to point the finger at anyone else, including Massachusetts residents. Being a good manager means being prepared when there’s a crisis, and being a leader means accepting responsibility when things go wrong. It was clear at today’s hearing that Governor Baker is neither.”

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