In this series, West Roxbury Patch asks the three state Senate candidates, running for a seat which covers parts of Norfolk and Suffolk counties, about certain issues of the day. The Sept. 14 primary will be between Rep. Michael F. Rush, D-10th District Suffolk, and newcomer Michael Walsh. The winner will face Brad Williams, R-West Roxbury, in the general election Nov. 2. Many believe that the way to more jobs is through green technology. Do you agree with this statement and, if so, what types of green jobs could you hypothetically see established in the area you would represent? If you don't…

In this series, West Roxbury Patch asks the three state Senate candidates, running for a seat which covers parts of Norfolk and Suffolk counties, about certain issues of the day. The Sept. 14 primary will be between Rep. Michael F. Rush, D-10th District Suffolk, and newcomer Michael Walsh. The winner will face Brad Williams, R-West Roxbury, in the general election Nov. 2. West Roxbury parents are often upset about not having neighborhood schools. If elected, would you fight for neighborhood schools in Boston? Why or why not? If yes, how would you fight for them? Michael F. Rush: I have been a…

In this series, West Roxbury Patch asks the three state Senate candidates, running for a seat which covers parts of Norfolk and Suffolk counties, about certain issues of the day. The Sept. 14 primary will be between Rep. Michael F. Rush, D-10th District Suffolk, and newcomer Michael Walsh. The winner will face Brad Williams, R-West Roxbury, in the general election Nov. 2. Q: Do you support casinos being in Massachusetts, and do you think they would help or hurt the district directly? Michael F. Rush: Yes, I have been an advocate and have actually voted as a state representative to have …