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Joe Kennedy Declines to Run

Posted on September 7, 2009 by billmanzi

Joseph Kennedy today announced that he will not seek the Senate seat held by his uncle Ted Kennedy. Kennedy made the announcement on the website of Citizens Energy. The announcement should pave the way for a pretty full week of … Continue reading →

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The Obama Labor Day Message

Posted on September 5, 2009 by billmanzi

With job losses continuing the nation’s unemployment rate rose to 9.7%, as August showed a net job loss of 216,000. While it is clear that job losses are slowing,the unemployment rate is at its highest level in over twenty years, … Continue reading →

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Methuen School Building Project Kicks Off

Posted on September 4, 2009 by billmanzi

Yesterday Methuen’s Building Committee hosted the Massachusetts School Building Authority for the “kickoff’ to the Methuen High School Building Project. We introduced Jim Alexander and his firm, Finegold Alexander & Associates as the Project Architect, and John Jumpe, Methuen’s project … Continue reading →

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The Martha Coakley Announcement

Posted on September 3, 2009 by billmanzi

Attorney General Martha Coakley is off and running for U.S. Senate, putting up her campaign website and making her announcement video available. I have posted it here. She is not waiting for anyone.

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The Feast of the Three Saints

Posted on September 3, 2009 by billmanzi

This Labor Day brings the celebration of the Feast of the Three Saints to Lawrence, and the 86th Feast promises to be bigger and better than ever. Friday’s free concert will feature Carissa Scudieri and headliner Aaron Caruso on the … Continue reading →

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Order of Battle

Posted on September 2, 2009 by billmanzi

The Senate race to succeed Ted Kennedy will be a feast for political junkies everywhere, and it already is producing a few sparks. Some of it a little old, but lets look at the recap. 1) The Governor has set … Continue reading →

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Does Joe Run?

Posted on August 31, 2009 by billmanzi

Today’s Globe focuses on the political question of the day; will Joe Kennedy run for for the Senate? The answer to that question will shape the field of potential replacements for Ted Kennedy. Who are the potentials? 1) U.S. Rep. … Continue reading →

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The Eulogy of Edward Kennedy Jr.

Posted on August 31, 2009 by billmanzi

The eulogy given by Edward Kennedy Jr. was a wonderful tribute to his father. His story about conquering the challenge of the snowy hill for a boy that had lost his leg was truly heart wrenching, but showed all at … Continue reading →

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President Obama on Katrina Recovery

Posted on August 29, 2009 by billmanzi

The President talks about the continuing recovery effort in the Gulf Coast area impacted by Hurricane Katrina.

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Governor Patrick on Loss of Senator Kennedy

Posted on August 27, 2009 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick talks about the loss of Senator Edward Kennedy. The request made by the Senator to allow the seat to be filled pending the special election appears to be gaining some ground, with the Governor speaking in favor. … Continue reading →

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