I read the Sittenfeld article with the greatest interest. I am impressed that the magazine ran the article. Many alum magazines would shy away from this kind of story. I was a member of the Massachusetts Senate from 1971 to 1993. As I read the article, I had all kinds of memories of deciding whether to accept certain campaign contributions and whether to make a commitment to a bill or project even without knowing all details and fine print. Sittenfeld’s emotional support from his wife is impressive. Politics can take a heavy toll on family life.

Edward Burke *67
Jamaica Plain, Mass.