Governor Charlie Baker has decided not to seek re-election as Governor of Massachusetts, the Boston Globe reports. This should be good news for Danielle Allen. the Harvard political philosopher, classicist and ethicist, who is running for the Democratic nomination. Baker is one of that increasingly rare breed, a middle of the road Republican who commands broad support in a deep blue state. Many people doubted that Danielle – or any other Democrat -- could beat him. But the race is now wide open. It’s a good time to give Danielle your financial support. Here’s the link: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/saramonoson