Author Archives: billmanzi

Industrial Policy? Right After the Lunar Colony.

Posted on February 2, 2012 by billmanzi

We have had a Presidential campaign going on for quite some time now but very little of substance has been brought forward by anyone. The two parties seem content, for now, to campaign by sound bite, while what little is … Continue reading →

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Well This Should Do It

Posted on February 2, 2012 by billmanzi

Well I know that this Republican primary season has been a little bit crazy (ok maybe more than a little bit) but the idea that anyone would actually seek the endorsement of a political buffoon like Donald Trump is still … Continue reading →

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Mitt: What Did I Just Step In?

Posted on February 2, 2012 by billmanzi

Whatever it is it sure doesn’t smell that good. Romney, after a big win in FLA, reopened the Willard gaffe machine, stating on CNN that he “wasn’t concerned about the very poor.” Romney, in trying to make the point that … Continue reading →

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Methuen's Local Aid Numbers in House 2

Posted on February 1, 2012 by billmanzi

Methuen’s local aid numbers, as reflected in Governor Patrick’s budget submission, are listed below. The Governor has recommended level funding unrestricted local aid, and has also recommended an increase of $145 million in Chapter 70 (school assistance) aid. That Chapter … Continue reading →

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Suffolk in FLA

Posted on January 30, 2012 by billmanzi

David Paleologos over at Suffolk has come out with the last FLA survey before tomorrow’s big primary, showing what has been evident in most of the other surveys. Mitt Romney is going to have a big day and win there … Continue reading →

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The Gingrich Tide Recedes, or the Empire Strikes Back

Posted on January 28, 2012 by billmanzi

A new Quinnipiac University survey shows Mitt Romney, fresh on the heels of a big debate performance Thursday night, reversing the momentum of Newt Gingrich and taking a lead in Florida. Quinnipiac has Romney opening up a 38% to 29% … Continue reading →

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Song of the Week- Ray Lamontagne "You Can Bring Me Flowers"

Posted on January 28, 2012 by billmanzi

What a great song by Ray Lamontagne. A subtle blend, he really hits this one right.

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RIP Mayor Kevin White

Posted on January 28, 2012 by billmanzi

Former Boston Mayor Kevin White has passed away. A truly great Mayor of the City of Boston, a “loner in love with his City”, his achievements made Boston the great City it is today. So much immense political talent came … Continue reading →

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Governor Patrick's Budget Message on Housing Authorities

Posted on January 27, 2012 by billmanzi

Governor Patrick proposed a series of reforms to public housing authorities through his budget proposal that was submitted this week. Obviously the uproar over Chelsea has brought heightened scrutiny to how Housing Authorities conduct business in Massachusetts. The Patrick Administration … Continue reading →

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Mayors Nutter and Gray on Urban Challenges

Posted on January 26, 2012 by billmanzi

Mayors Michael Nutter of Philadelphia and Vincent Gray of Washington talking about some of the major issues facing American cities. Discussion did turn to the presidential race, and Newt Gingrich’s description of Barack Obama as the “food stamp President”. Mayor … Continue reading →

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