Date of Award
2005
Document Type
Honors Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts, BA
School
CAS
Department
History Department
Faculty Advisor
History Department
Abstract
As a Democrat representing Massachusetts’ ninth congressional district, Congressman John Joseph Moakley is most often remembered for his dedicated constituent service, working tirelessly to help get “Mrs. O’Leary’s social security check” with hopes of getting, in return, the votes of his constituents. It is thanks to him, however, that, since the 1970s, many of Boston’s most significant historical sites have been preserved. Despite the fact that many of these structures have existed since the 18th century, they were not properly maintained or renovated until Moakley, knowing that historical preservation is not an issue that normally draws in election votes, lobbied extensively on their behalf for the federal recognition and funds that allowed them to be restored and allowed those who live in the city and those who visit the city to fully experience its rich history.
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Subject Headings
Moakley, John Joseph, 1927-2001, United States--Congress; Historic preservation -- Massachusetts -- Boston
Recommended Citation
Muller, Laura, "The Contributions of Congressman John Joseph Moakley to Historical Preservation in Boston" (2005). Undergraduate Theses and Capstone Projects. 25.
https://dc.suffolk.edu/undergrad/25