Baker Faces Weather and Budget Challenges During First 100 Days

Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker says he accomplished many of the goals he set for his first 100 days in office despite having to deal with a winter of record-setting snow.

The Republican pointed to the bipartisan team he named to lead his administration, steps taken to balance the state's budget and a strengthening of the state's relationship with cities and towns.

In an interview with The Associated Press, Baker says massive breakdowns on the MBTA also provided an opening to begin a dramatic restructuring of the Boston-area transit system.

But the storms may have also delayed work on some of Baker's key policy initiatives. He said as governor, ``you shouldn't be surprised when you get surprised.''

Baker has won praise for developing a strong working relationship with Democratic legislative leaders.  (Associated Press)