Author Archives: billmanzi

The New Emergency Financial Manager in Detroit

Posted on March 18, 2013 by billmanzi

Detroit is entering new financial territory, with Governor Rick Snyder naming a new “Emergency Financial Manager” for the City, with Attorney Kevyn Orr being named by the Governor. Attorney Orr is a lawyer with the firm of “Jones Day”, and … Continue reading →

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We Have a Methuen Mayor's Race

Posted on March 16, 2013 by billmanzi

Last night Methuen City Councilor Jennifer Kannan opened the 2013 campaign season by declaring her intent to run for Mayor of Methuen. Councilor Kannan is hoping to unseat incumbent Mayor Steve Zanni, who has already announced his intent to run … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning-Podcast of Sebastian Arcelus Interview

Posted on March 14, 2013 by billmanzi

My great thanks to Sebastian Arcelus, who plays Lucas Goodwin on the Netflix monster hit series “House of Cards”, for coming on “Manzi in the Morning” this week on WCAP, 980 on your am dial. We had an opportunity to … Continue reading →

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Is it the Gas Tax?

Posted on March 14, 2013 by billmanzi

With House Speaker Bob Deleo talking about whittling down the Governor’s tax plan, and separating component parts by filing a separate, soon to come transportation bill, there is much speculation on how the Speaker might fund budgetary increases for transportation. … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning- House of Cards Edition

Posted on March 12, 2013 by billmanzi

Tomorrow will bring us the second broadcast of “Manzi in the Morning” on WCAP 980 am, starting at 10:00 am. I am delighted to be interviewing Sebastian Arcelus, who plays Washington Herald editor Lucas Goodwin in the Netflix series “House … Continue reading →

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Panic in Detroit

Posted on March 11, 2013 by billmanzi

The City of Detroit is careening towards a state appointed receiver, with Michigan Governor Rick Snyder announcing his intent to make that appointment. Mayor Dave Bing has announced that he will not join the City Council in fighting the process, … Continue reading →

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Lynch-Markey Joint SEIU Appearance

Posted on March 9, 2013 by billmanzi

Congressman Steve Lynch and Congressman Ed Markey are making a joint appearance at SEIU this morning in Dorchester. The live feed of that event is here.

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Manzi in the Morning- Councilor Jamie Atkinson

Posted on March 9, 2013 by billmanzi

The third installment of the first “Manzi in the Morning” on WCAP 980 AM had Methuen City Councilor Jamie Atkinson on the show. Councilor Atkinson announced that he is a candidate for re-election, and talked about some of the important … Continue reading →

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Manzi in the Morning-Rep. Diana DiZoglio

Posted on March 7, 2013 by billmanzi

Rep. Diana DiZoglio joins the show for some conversation on the state budget, local aid, and the feedback she is getting from constituents on the Governor’s tax proposals. My thanks to Rep. DiZoglio for taking time out of her busy … Continue reading →

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Speaker Deleo Throws Out Some Cold Water

Posted on March 7, 2013 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick has put out a very ambitious agenda for his last two years, with a centerpiece being his proposal to raise $1.9 billion in additional revenue to bring new resources to education and transportation. With Speaker Robert Deleo … Continue reading →

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