Patrick McDermott grew up on Taylor Street in Quincy with his younger brother Chris. Through his parents, Charlie and Patricia, Patrick learned the values of hard work, commitment and leadership by taking initiative and setting an example.Throughout his childhood, Patrick worked hard, balancing both choir and academics at Boston Archdiocesan Choir School, and then moving on to attend BC High.Without a choir to pursue his musical talent at BC High, Patrick turned to sports. When the experience of the other students did not allow him to make the team, Patrick did not let that discourage him… he took the lead and created his own intramural football team.
Building a 21st Century Powerhouse
Massachusetts has an incredible opportunity with its physical and intellectual capital to capture the next wave of American energy. We must be willing to find solutions and test theories towards a safer and more secure energy future. Things like investing in our electric grid both make us greener and make us safer; a rare win-win.
Sustainability as a Belief
Pat’s belief in sustainability goes back to his Catholic roots and his Jesuit education. We only have one planet, and we are tasked with caring for it and beautifying it for future generations. Pat’s proposal calls for a green tech investment fund built from new construction and corporate tax deductions. Only together can our community preserve itself.
You Choose Your Energy
By improving our energy infrastructure in the ways described above, we can begin to attract new companies and market options to our state. Consumers win when multiple energy companies compete for their service, and Massachusetts is poised to take advantage.