Note from the MA governor's race

I'm still officially unaligned in this race, but Deval Patrick is using technology is a terrific way on his blog.

Video, Audio:

Deval:

"Hi and welcome to The Source: the new audio and video blog for my campaign. Over the next few months I will use this blog to comment on news or answer questions that you submit. On this part of Devalpatrick.com you’ll also hear from others who work on the campaign, as well as supporters like you. If you have something you’d like to submit to the Source, like a question for me or an audio testimonial, or even a video you took at an event, send it to source@devalpatrick.com.

Thanks and stay tuned."

Very creative. For someone who's not that well known it's a great way to get his voice and story out there.

We have a new contender in the democratic primary, Chris Gabrieli. The Globe's Brian McGrory on the lineup so far:

People are tired of politicians who aren't good for their word. They're sick of governors who spend more time looking for their next job than preserving the jobs of those they're elected to serve. They want a leader with more substance than style, someone who can identify problems, work toward solutions, and pass the credit around. It seems as if it should be easy, but apparently it's not.

This opens a world of possibility for the candidates. Reilly, the lone nonmillionaire, has the most distinguished public service record. Deval Patrick is the vibrant newcomer embracing the left. Healey has a confident matter-of-factness that will serve her better than Democrats think. Christy Mihos is truly independent and wields a common touch.

I guess we'll see.