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Manzi in the Morning Interview-Diana DiZoglio

Posted on August 4, 2013 by billmanzi

State Rep. Diana DiZoglio comes on the show, talking about her vote to override Governor Patrick’s veto of the legislative transportation package, taking on the Governor and the Republicans. She also admits to not knowing who the Moody Blues are. … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning- Alicia Preston Interview

Posted on July 5, 2013 by billmanzi

I had Alicia Preston on the show this week to talk about the state of the G.O.P., immigration reform, and her new business venture, Mitigating Strategies. Her press release on the company is below. Best of luck in the new … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning Interview-Eric Schnurer

Posted on July 4, 2013 by billmanzi

Eric Schnurer, President of Public Works, LLC, came on the program to talk about government efficiency, and his truly terrific series of postings on the subject over at The Atlantic. Schnurer has quite a resume! Mr. Schnurer has a long … Continue reading →

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More on Government from Eric Schnurer

Posted on July 3, 2013 by billmanzi

The Atlantic has been running a series of posts by governmental efficiency expert Eric Schnurer, which started with the thought provoking piece entitled “Government Should Run Like a Business—but Not in the Way You Think”. I did my own post … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning-Rep. Linda Dean Campbell Interview

Posted on July 1, 2013 by billmanzi

State Rep. Linda Dean Campbell comes on the show to talk about the state budget, transportation finance, and some new legislation she is sponsoring. My thanks to Rep. Campbell for taking the time to come on the show. http://yourlisten.com/swf/Player.swf?id=16996240

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Manzi in the Morning-Chairman Sean Fountain Interview

Posted on June 27, 2013 by billmanzi

Methuen City Council Chairman Sean Fountain came on the show on WCAP 980 am to talk about the newly passed municipal budget, the solicitor search, and the position of Director of Public Health. My thanks to Chairman Sean Fountain for … Continue reading →

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The Fat Lady Sings- Suffolk Bellwether Poll Points to Big Markey Win

Posted on June 24, 2013 by billmanzi

Suffolk University and pollster David Paleologos have today released a new statewide poll showing Congressman Ed Markey with a double digit lead over Republican Gabriel Gomez. The new statewide survey has Markey leading by 52% to 42%, which is less … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning- Jim Jajuga Interview

Posted on June 20, 2013 by billmanzi

I had former Senator Jim Jajuga on the Manzi in the Morning program on WCAP, 980 am, to talk about his candidacy for City Council, as well as casino gaming, and so much more. My thanks to Jim Jajuga for … Continue reading →

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Privatization Coming to Detroit

Posted on June 14, 2013 by billmanzi

Detroit’s long slide into the financial abyss has been a function of local government trying to paper over serious financial problems, and refusing to implement solutions that make financial and operational sense. The economic factors that created some of the … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning- Ron Marsan Interview

Posted on June 13, 2013 by billmanzi

Methuen East District Councilor Ron Marsan came on the Manzi in the Morning program to talk about re-election, and about some of the important issues facing Methuen. My thanks to Councilor Marsan for taking the time to come on the … Continue reading →

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