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Governor Patrick Names Paul G. Kirk, Jr. Interim Senator


BOSTON - Thursday, September 24, 2009 - Today, Governor Patrick has appointed Paul G. Kirk, Jr. to serve as interim Senator until the special election in January.

"I am pleased to appoint Paul Kirk as interim U.S. Senator from Massachusetts," said Governor Patrick.  "For the next few months, he will carry on the work and focus of Senator Kennedy, mindful of his mission, his values and his love of Massachusetts."

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Below, watch the video of the announcement and Governor Patrick and interim-Senator Kirk's statements:


 

The need for full representation

Below, watch Governor Patrick's announcement from August 31st setting the date for the special election for Tuesday, January 19th, 2010, and sharing his views on an interim replacement.

Also, on September 9th, Lieutenant Governor Murray testified on behalf of naming an interim Senate replacement in front of the Joint Committee on Election Laws.

Read his testimony and Governor Patrick's letter