Monthly Archives: June 2008

The End- But No White Flag

Posted on June 3, 2008 by billmanzi

Hillary Clinton split the last two primaries with Barack Obama tonight, winning South Dakota and losing Montana. Obama crossed the threshold of delegates needed to win the nomination, but Team Clinton has still not conceded. Instead a furious PR campaign … Continue reading →

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Ted Kennedy to undergo surgery today

Posted on June 2, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Ted Kennedy will undergo surgery today at Duke University to battle a brain tumor. The Globe is reporting that Ted will follow the surgery with both chemo and radiation, and will not return to the Senate until such treatment … Continue reading →

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The Beas Site

Posted on June 2, 2008 by billmanzi

We have unveiled a plan for boating access to the Merrimack River at the old Beas Sandwich Shop site. This plan is the result of a $250,000 state grant that will fully fund this project. And while the interaction between … Continue reading →

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Clinton Rolls in Puerto Rico

Posted on June 1, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Hillary Clinton won the primary in Puerto Rico today by a large margin. With about 78% of the precincts in the results. Clinton 68% Obama 32% Another win for Hillary, but to achieve what? Maybe Hillary and Bill are … Continue reading →

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FLA and Michigan Compromise

Posted on June 1, 2008 by billmanzi

The Rules Committee of the Democratic Party, in a contentious day long meeting, reached agreement on the issue of seating the FLA and Michigan delegations and apportioning the delegates between Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton. The Committee determined that both … Continue reading →

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