Monthly Archives: August 2008

The Methuen Recreation Fall Schedule

Posted on August 31, 2008 by billmanzi

I have attached the fall schedule for Methuen’s recreation Department. We have a number of exciting programs for our kids. Please call Recreation Director Bill Pare with questions at 978-983-8590. Recreation Fall Schedule

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In defense of country

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

After all these years this is still an awe inspiring speech. I don’t mean to be partisan, but doesn’t John McCain bear some resemblance to Dean Vernon Wormers.

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Methuen Adult Softball

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

The Methuen adult womens softball league, in its second year, has doubled in size. I was on hand last week to throw out the first pitch (high and outside)and see how fast the league has grown. It is a great … Continue reading →

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The right qualifications

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

There has been a lot of sniping about the qualifications of Governor Palin to be on the ticket, and I have to say that being a City Councilor and then a Mayor makes perfect sense to me. In light of … Continue reading →

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McCain on supporting George Bush

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

McCain debates himself on whether he has been a supporter of George W. Bush.

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The Kerry Message

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

I have endorsed John Kerry in this race. John Kerry asks for the support of Massachusetts voters, and makes the case for re-election.

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Utah tanks up with natural gas

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

One of the main points of the Pickens Plan is to begin fueling our auto fleet with natural gas produced domestically to replace foreign oil. This has begun happening in Utah, where the demand for natural gas vehicles is eclipsing … Continue reading →

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Obama calls Palin “compelling”

Posted on August 29, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Barack Obama congratulated Governor Sarah Palin on her selection as the Republican Vice Presidential candidate today, talking to her from his campaign bus. From the Washington Post: Sen. Barack Obama told reporters Friday that he has never met Alaska … Continue reading →

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The Palin Remarks

Posted on August 29, 2008 by billmanzi

Alaska Governor Sarah Palin makes her first remarks after being named to the Republican ticket. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/26457563#26457563

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The Draft Palin Movement Hits the Jackpot

Posted on August 29, 2008 by billmanzi

The Draft Governor Palin movement, spurred at least in part by the Club for Growth, has hit the jackpot. Here is a video they produced before the McCain pick.

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