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Does Cheney Have Bush Hate Syndrome?

Posted on August 13, 2009 by billmanzi

The former Vice President Dick Cheney has reemerged to lay the groundwork for his upcoming memoirs, indicating in some “informal” conversations that former President Bush moved away from his advice in his second term. There is no question that Cheney … Continue reading →

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Who is For a Fare Increase??

Posted on August 11, 2009 by billmanzi

The Patrick Administration and Transportation Secretary James Aloisi suffered a huge embarassment today with the publishing of emails showing that Secretary Aloisi was the person pushing for fare increases at the MBTA. This after the Administration, and the Governor personally, … Continue reading →

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The Obama Message on Health

Posted on August 9, 2009 by billmanzi

The President spent his weekly address talking health care reform while also talking up some of the recent unemployment numbers. He took some time to dispel some of the outlandish claims being put forth by the defenders of the health … Continue reading →

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Dan Grabauskas Likely Gone

Posted on August 6, 2009 by billmanzi

Transportation Secretary James Aloisi, at an MBTA Board meeting occurring today, is moving to have General Manager Dan Grabauskas placed on paid administrative leave. Grabauskas demise as G.M. was predicted by unnamed aides to Governor Patrick in today’s Globe, indicating … Continue reading →

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Patrick and Menino on Outs

Posted on August 6, 2009 by billmanzi

Today’s Boston Globe had an interesting article about the apparently growing rift between Mayor Tom Menino and Governor Deval Patrick. The Matt Viser piece rehashes some old ground, which Mayor Menino seemed more than willing to talk about, including Governor … Continue reading →

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Sotomayor Confirmed

Posted on August 6, 2009 by billmanzi

Judge Sonia Sotomayor was confirmed today as the newest Justice of the United States Supreme Court, becoming the first Hispanic Justice and only the third woman ever to serve on the Court. The vote confirming her was 68-31, with all … Continue reading →

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The President Talks up the Economy

Posted on August 1, 2009 by billmanzi

The President used his weekly talk to speak to the uptick in the Gross Domestic Product, and to talk about whether his economic policies have helped us to start an economic turnaround. Job creation continues to lag, but the President … Continue reading →

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Fox Zip Trip in Methuen

Posted on August 1, 2009 by billmanzi

The Fox Zip Trip came to Methuen this Friday, and a good time was had by all. A great showcase for Methuen, with the added pleasure of seeing Steve Baddour take one for the team. There is an unconfirmed rumor … Continue reading →

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Grabauskas on the Chopping Block

Posted on July 30, 2009 by billmanzi

MBTA General Manager Dan Grabauskas finds himself under fire from Governor Patrick and his Transportation Secretary James Aloisi, having three members of the MBTA Board firing off a letter that essentially is a vote of no confidence in his continued … Continue reading →

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Friends of the Nevins Library Book Sale

Posted on July 30, 2009 by billmanzi

Nevins Library Book Sale Coming Soon! Now is the time to make some room on your shelves for the bargain books you will find at the Annual Book Sale of the Friends of the Nevins Memorial Library, coming up in … Continue reading →

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