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December 7, 2009

STATE HOUSE, BOSTON - When Plymouth residents head to the voting booth on January 19^th to cast their vote for U.S. Senate, they will also have the opportunity to vote in favor or against a tax referendum, Representative Vinny deMacedo announced today.

Local meals tax referendum will be combined with Jan. 19 state election

December 5, 2009 - Old Colony Memorial - By Emily Wilcox

PLYMOUTH — The primary elections to select party candidates for the Jan. 19 election to choose a new senator are set for Tuesday. But Jan. 19 will now be doubly important in Plymouth, since the state legislature has approved changes that will allow the town to piggyback its referendum vote on the local meals tax onto the statewide election.

October 12, 2009 - Attleboro Sun Chronicle - By Brittany Abery and Justin Meisinger

BOSTON - Prayer and religion at public schools have been topics of debate for decades. Now Beacon Hill is taking up the issue, looking at legislation that would give students specific rights of religious expression.

September 16, 2009 - Old Colony Memorial - By Emily Wilcox

PLYMOUTH — Tough economic times can divide groups of people struggling to get their hands on the same resources.

But Rep. Vinny deMacedo, R-Plymouth, a Cape Verdian American christened Viriato Manuel Pereira de Macedo, noted that tough times also unite and should be seen as an opportunity to help your neighbor and to embrace differences. As a political leader, deMacedo said he’s seen first-hand the power of generosity and compassion. America will ever be the land of opportunity for all who pursue it, he added, thanks to the efforts of those who embrace diversity.

August 12, 2009 - Old Colony Memorial

BOSTON — House Minority Leader Bradley H. Jones Jr. congratulated state Rep. Vinny deMacedo, R-Plymouth, last week for achieving an impressive voting record so far this legislative session. The Plymouth Republican participated in 210 consecutive roll call votes held this year, a 100 percent voting record, casting votes in favor of a number of reforms relative to pensions and ethics, while voting against issues such as the sales tax increase.

“Vinny is an incredibly committed member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives,” Jones said. “He works tirelessly on behalf of his constituents and is a great ally to the people of his district. I am proud to work alongside such a great legislator.”