RGA Exposes Tim Cahill’s Record in Massachusetts

TV, Radio, Internet Advertisements Spotlight Reckless Fiscal Record

“Tim Cahill’s million-dollar lottery makeover and 73 new vehicles make Governor Deval Patrick’s shiny new Cadillac and $12,000 drapes look like sound investments.  The people of Massachusetts have had enough of the mess on Beacon Hill.”

 – Tim Murtaugh, Republican Governors Association

The Republican Governors Association has launched a slate of television, radio and Internet advertisements exposing Massachusetts Treasurer Tim Cahill’s record of fiscal irresponsibility as an elected official.  Spearheaded by the television spot titled “Reckless,” the ad is accompanied by a radio ad and a new website: www.TheCahillReport.com.

“Tim Cahill’s million-dollar lottery makeover and 73 new vehicles make Governor Deval Patrick’s shiny new Cadillac and $12,000 drapes look like sound investments,” said Tim Murtaugh, spokesman for the Republican Governors Association.  “The people of Massachusetts have had enough of the mess on Beacon Hill.”

The “Reckless” TV spot shines a light on Cahill’s profligate spending in his Lottery office, including a lavish and unnecessary redecoration of his offices, complete with flat screen televisions and art deco-style sofas for the lobby.  The ad also recounts his awarding already-highly-compensated pension fund staff with bonuses during a period when the pension fund was experiencing losses in the billions.  The ad concludes in agreement with The Boston Globe’s editorial that Cahill’s aggressive fundraising tactics approach the ethical line and demand explanation.

“The bottom line is that Tim Cahill is reckless with the taxpayers’ money,” Murtaugh said.  “Even worse, it’s pretty obvious that Cahill’s door is open … as long as your checkbook is.”

The radio ad, titled “Receptionist,” mimics a phone call placed by a constituent to Cahill’s state office.  The caller is aghast at Cahill’s practices, but becomes more disturbed once the receptionist informs him of even greater fiscal irresponsibility.

The television ad began running today on statewide broadcast and cable outlets, while the radio ad is running statewide as well.  The two are supported by the website www.TheCahillReport.com and online advertisements.