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Monthly Archives: January 2009
The Very Sudden Departure of Michael Festa
The Patrick Administration announced yesterday the resignations of Secretary of Economic Affairs Daniel O’Connell and Secretary of Elder Affairs Michael Festa, O’Connell will be replaced by Greg Bialecki. Festa’s portfolio was reduced in the new budget submitted by Governor Patrick, … Continue reading
Gregg to Commerce?
New Hampshire Senator Judd Gregg is under consideration for appointment as Secretary of Commerce. Gregg is a former member of the United States House, as well as a former Governor. If he were to be appointed New Hampshire Governor John … Continue reading
Steele Elected Chair of the R.N.C.
Former Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele was elected as the new Chair of the Republican National Committee yesterday. Steele defeated a large field of candidates, including the incumbent Mike Duncan, who had been handpicked by President George Bush. Steele’s election … Continue reading
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Tagged Michael Steele, Republican National Committee Chair, RNC Chairman
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Daschle Hits the Tax Skids
Tom Daschle’s confirmation as H.H.S. Secretary appears to be in doubt with the revelation yesterday of tax problems. Daschle has filed amended tax returns for three years that have added $128,000 to his tax liability. His problems are in three … Continue reading
Bye Bye Blago
Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich was today convicted by the Illinois State Senate, and removed from office by a vote of 59-0. Blagojevich had addressed the State Senate and defended his actions as Governor: From MSNBC: Blagojevich acknowledged he sometimes mingled … Continue reading
Posted in National News
Tagged Governor Rod Blagojevich, Impeachment Governor Rod Blagojevich
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The Governor’s 2009 9-c cuts detailed
Governor Deval Patrick yesterday detailed his 9-c cuts by community, as well as producing a plan to balance the FY2009 state budget. The cuts were not good news for cities and towns in the Merrimack Valley. Methuen’s mid year cut … Continue reading
House Passes Stimulus
The House of Representatives yesterday passed the federal stimulus bill by a 244-188 margin, with not one Republican voting in favor. Republicans had offered a substitute that was weighted towards tax cuts. but that measure was handily defeated. I have … Continue reading
Posted in National News, State News
Tagged federal stimulus, Massachusetts Federal stimulus
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Gore Testifies
Al Gore testified today before the Senate Foreign Relation Committee. In that testimony Gore called for passage of President Obama’s stimulus package as well as quick action on climate change. He urged Congress not to let the myriad of problems, … Continue reading