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Author Archives: billmanzi
McAuliffe Crushed in Virginia
State Senator Creigh Deeds easily cruised to victory in the Democratic primary for Governor, crushing Clintonista Terry McAuliffe 50% to 26%, with Brian Moran coming in at 24%. Deeds will face off against former state A.G. Bob McDonnell, who defeated … Continue reading
Health Care Deal in Methuen
I am very pleased to announce a health care deal in Methuen between the City and the Coalition representing the municipal unions on health care. This health care agreement will save Methuen taxpayers $1.2 million dollars in FY 2010. The … Continue reading
Terry McAuliffe Slugs it Out in Virginia
Virginia will have its Democratic primary for Governor shortly, and recent polls have State Sen. Creigh Deeds leadingTerry McAuliffe, who has outspent the field in a large way. McAuliffe is the establishment candidate, and Deeds the insurgent in this fight. … Continue reading
The Sales Tax Revisited
Today’s Herald had a story about what a boon the sales tax increase would be to New Hampshire. As the Mayor of a border community the Herald asked me my thoughts, which remain the same. The increase is a jobs … Continue reading
The Obama Message on Health Care
This week President Obama talks health care in his weekly message. The President has spoken about health care before, but it has never been more important. Without cost containment in health care the entire economy is in danger, in my … Continue reading
It Takes an Indictment
The Governor was joined by Senate President Therese Murray and Speaker Bob Deleo in issuing a joint statement on ethics reform legislation. It appears that they now stand united in agreeing that the “best” provisions of each of their proposals … Continue reading
Dimasi Indicted
Former Speaker of the Massachusetts House Sal Dimasi was today indicted by a federal grand jury on corruption charges. His indictment marks the third consecutive Speaker indicted by the federal government. From the Boston Globe: DiMasi was charged with conspiracy, … Continue reading
Patrick in New Push on Civilian Flaggers
The Boston Herald is reporting that Governor Deval Patrick is going to announce this morning a new push to utilize civilian flaggers on State road jobs. The Governor and his process have been subjected to claims of “phony reform” because … Continue reading
G.M. Files Bankruptcy
General Motors will today file for bankruptcy protection, bringing an icon of American industry to Chapter 11. President Obama will speak to the filing this morning. (I will attach video to this post as soon as it is available). From … Continue reading
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