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On the Trail With the Tea Party

Posted on September 17, 2010 by billmanzi

Like it or not all of the political talk these days centers around Tea Party activism and what the real ramifications are for the Republican Party. Yes I have to admit that I am getting some enjoyment from all that … Continue reading →

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Niki Tsongas Takes to TV

Posted on September 16, 2010 by billmanzi

Niki Tsongas has her first TV ad up, and it did not take her long after the Republican nominee was chosen to get the campaign going in earnest. Jon Golnik won the Republican nomination Tuesday, and Niki is up on … Continue reading →

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Delaware Shocker

Posted on September 15, 2010 by billmanzi

The talk of the nation is the shocking ? result in the Republican Senate primary in Delaware, where Christine O’Donnell easily defeated the Republican Party favorite Michael Castle. After the defeat of Lisa Murkowski in Alaska Gravel had gone negative … Continue reading →

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Methuen Primary Results

Posted on September 14, 2010 by billmanzi

A quick look at primary night in Methuen. Turnout was 12.75%. Lets look at some of the key races: Democratic Auditor: Glodis 46.27% Bump 34.78% Lake 18.53% Democratic Treasurer: Grossman 54.76% Murphy 44.81% Democratic Governors Council Manning 71.60% Panos 28.08% … Continue reading →

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Jerry Brown Steps in It

Posted on September 14, 2010 by billmanzi

Jerry Brown, responding to a Meg Whitman ad in California featuring Bill Clinton criticizing his record as Governor, mocked Clinton in some impromptu remarks that were taped, creating a media furor. (Both clips are below). The fight between Clinton and … Continue reading →

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Campaigning, With a Touch of Comedy

Posted on September 14, 2010 by billmanzi

The ad wars continue in the Governor’s race in Massachusetts, with the candidates injecting some humor and adding new websites to tweak each other. The Dems have put up a website called Charlie Baker’s World to highlight inconsistencies in his … Continue reading →

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Boehner Buckles

Posted on September 13, 2010 by billmanzi

House Minority Leader John Boehner indicated yesterday that he would vote in favor of a tax bill that blocked extension of the so called “Bush tax cuts” for those making over $250,000 per year. Boehner was critical of that approach, … Continue reading →

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The Whitman- Brown Ad War

Posted on September 13, 2010 by billmanzi

I know we have a lively Governor’s race right here in Massachusetts, but the Meg Whitman-Jerry Brown battle in California will have national repercussions. Whitman has spent about $100 million of her own money in this fight, and it is … Continue reading →

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Governor Patrick Takes to the Air

Posted on September 11, 2010 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick took to the air today, releasing his first TV spot, trying to contrast his “values” with his opponents. The Governor talked about balancing budgets, and doing so through a combination of cuts and “revenue” increases that allowed … Continue reading →

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The Mayor's Corner With Guy Glodis

Posted on September 10, 2010 by billmanzi

Worcester County Sheriff and candidate for Auditor Guy Glodis was my guest on the Mayor’s Corner last week. Guy talked about the Auditor’s race and his goals for that office. (I have endorsed Guy Glodis in this race)

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