The Governor’s race | On the trail

For Baker, relaxing can work

Showing his easy private demeanor in public is key to voter connection, his aides say. But it’s a struggle

By David Filipov

Globe Staff / October 20, 2010

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Classic rock thumped in the black Yukon hybrid sport utility vehicle as Charles D. Baker, Republican candidate for governor, rode down Route 128 to a campaign rally on a recent Saturday. He analyzed the play of Boston Celtics forward Glen “Big Baby’’ Davis as only a former schoolboy basketball player can. He uttered salty oaths of admiration each ... (Full article: 1999 words)