Paying Attention

Today Tom is going over the results of the 2022 Massachusetts State Primary Election, the numbers and his opinions on the winners and their proposed agendas for the State now that they have been elected.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebo...

Today Tom is giving you an overview of all the candidates in the State Primary Election, he will go over each candidate and give a quick rundown of their policies. Tom is giving the cliff notes of everything you need to know before you vote on Tuesday, September 6.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebo...

Today Tom is joined by candidates, Pavel Payano, Eunice Zeigler and Doris Rodrigues for this SPECIAL EDITION of Paying Attention – The 2022 First Essex Senate Debate. They will be covering a range of issues such as: Restrictions on Abortion Benefits for illegal aliens Spending more money on education   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0ii...

Today Tom is joined by Kate Campanale, candidate for lieutenant governor. Together they discuss issues such as, will she have specific standards for appointing members to the parole board and will she have separate standards for the appointment of judges.   Support Kate Campanale: http://kateforlg.com/   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0...

Today Tom is joined by Essex County Sheriff, Kevin Cooper. Kevin F. Coppinger is the 31st elected Sheriff of Essex County. He took office in January, 2017. Sheriff Coppinger is committed to bring positive change to the Sheriff's Department by improving staff skills, training and accountability; expanding mental health services and detox treatment to confront the opioid epidemic; improving the re-e...

Today Tom is joined by Paul Tucker, candidate for Essex County District Attorney. Tom will be asking Paul about a range of topics, including: What crimes will he aggressively prosecute? Will he finally allow police to release Mugshots? Will he prosecute illegal aliens who commit crimes? Will he use his position to root out “systemic racism”?   Support Paul Tucker: https://www.paultucker.org/   Fol...

Today Tom is joined in studio by candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Massachusetts, Leah Cole Allen. She is here to discuss what exactly is a Lt Governor and what duties are they responsible for.   Support Leah Cole Allen: https://leahcoleallen.com/   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPa...

Today Tom is joined by Republican candidate for governor of Massachusetts, Geoff Diehl. Together they discuss Geoff’s candidacy, the gas tax, abortion, the homeless and the opioid crisis.   Support Geoff Diehl: Web: https://geoffdiehl.com/   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Publi...

Today Tom is keeping things light and is going to be talking about restaurants. He is giving a shout out to some of his favorite local restaurants and in true Tom Duggan fashion he is also calling out a few restaurants that need to step up their game.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyP...

Today Tom is joined by Kevin Drouin from Tough Love Intervention, today they are discussing drugs, homelessness and Lawrence's progress over the years.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?ref=page_internal Podbean: https...

Today Tom is joined by Matt McLennan from century 21 McLennan and Co, to talk about the current real estate market and what we can expect to see in the coming year. Tom is also going to touch a little on the supreme court ruling that came down today.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPa...

Today Tom is joined by Lawrence City Councilor Estella Reyes. Estella Reyes is running for state rep in Methuen and Lawrence, she is here today to chat with Tom about her candidacy.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/tomdugganJr/?re...

Today Tom is joined by state senate candidate Doris Rodriguez to discuss her candidacy. He is also going to talk about the other candidates and their campaign funds.   Doris Rodriguez Website: https://www.votedorisvrodriguez.com/?fbclid=IwAR3AT1g5-86JJaBtrVm3rvDq8ou4WqOFAlYSv-dilxsFAWBOvYvimbB76uE   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-Z...

Today Tom is joined once again by Hero Veteran, Donald Jarvis. Together they are discussing the various programs Donald is involved with to help veterans. Tom is also going to touch on the Johnny Depp v Amber Heard trial and his opinions on the verdict.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Valle...

Today Tom is joined once again by one of his favorite guests, Lisa Williams from AFC Urgent Care. Talking about memorial day weekend, the shooting in Uvalde TX and Willie Lantigua running for state rep.   Can Estela Reyes win against Willie Lantigua? Why does the Republican party need to do a better job of marketing themselves? What's the difference between Memorial Day and Veterans Day? Are stric...

Today Tom Is talking about the Methuen City Council and how it is becoming a circus. Why is Tom Defending Neil Perry? Does the Mayor have a huge ego? Is the Mayors health effecting his duties? Can a mayor do their job remotely?   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity...

Today Tom is talking Abortion again, but this time at a local level, today he is doing a rundown of where all the local candidates stand on the issue. He is sharing some strong opinions about the $40 Billion going to the Ukraine and he also has some news on a homeless dinner being sponsored by the Lawrence Police.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn...

Today Tom is back to talking about abortion, with the Supreme Court looking to overturn Roe Vs Wade the country is in an uproar.   Is the law really a changing moving thing? What are “women’s rights” these days? Covid Vs Abortion; When does ‘My body my choice’ legally count? Is Roe V wade a good law? Does Elizabeth Warren really care about the decision? Are republicans trying to take away our righ...

Today Tom is joined by Massachusetts Governor candidate Chris Doughty, to discuss his candidacy and his plans if elected. Does he have plans for the MA school system? Will State funds be better allocated to help local communities? Is he for or against de-funding the police? What are his plans for cleaning up the MA judicial system? How he plans to get the most from the limited resources and give b...

Today Tom is talking about the Methuen school committee member that wants to do away with Good Friday.  He is also discussing his thoughts on Elon Musk’s proposed takeover of Twitter. Should Schools be allowed to cancel holidays? Is Elon Musk’s Twitter takeover an attempt to save our right to Free Speech? Is our Freedom of Speech under threat?   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https...

Today Tom is going to give a recap of the Annual Valley Patriot Bash that was held last Friday night and he also has an update on the homeless dinner returning to the Buckley Garage in Lawrence.     Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCnmOQIeRxnrkI0iiH-ZEfYw Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ValleyPatriot Public Celebrity Page: https://www.facebook.com/...

Today Tom is joined by Lisa Williams from AFC Urgent Care, they are talking about the Valley Patriot Bash which is coming up this Friday night and they are also discussing Lisa’s new program to help immigrants.   Get Your Tickets to the Bash: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-valley-patriots-18th-anniversary-bash-scholarship-award-night-tickets-254612401547?aff=ebdssbdestsearch   Follow Tom and The...

Today Tom is talking about the state of public education in the U.S and how recently a left wing teacher has proven him right. We also have the latest update on the Valley Patriot Bash.   Get Your Tickets to the Bash: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-valley-patriots-18th-anniversary-bash-scholarship-award-night-tickets-254612401547?aff=ebdssbdestsearch   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTu...

Welcome All to the Valley Patriot Bash Fundraiser Comedy Night! Tonight, is designed to raise money for the Scholarships that will be awarded at the Valley Patriot Bash this year. Donation Methods will be displayed on screen along with the pictures of this year’s recipients. Tonight we are going to hear from some amazing comedians who have generously donated their time for a great cause. We hope y...

Tom is busy out in the field this week so he is sharing a great interview he did last year with Mayor Neil Perry. Joining Tom today is Methuen Mayor Neil Perry and refereeing the event is Dav-id Consoli. They are talking about the new police chief, covid, the dog park in Methuen, the new click fix App and the upcoming election.   Follow Tom and The Valley Patriot on: YouTube: https://www.youtube.c...