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Lieberman Exits

Posted on January 19, 2011 by billmanzi

Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman will announce today that he is not running for re-election in 2012. I predicted his retirement back in November , and the reality of being in political no mans land had to impact his thinking. Joe … Continue reading →

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Governor Patrick Steps Up on Pensions

Posted on January 19, 2011 by billmanzi

Governor Patrick, flanked by Senate President Murray and House Speaker Deleo, introduced a new package of pension reform yesterday, taking aim at some abuses but more importantly introducing systemic change that has the potential to save real money over the … Continue reading →

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Dr. King Remembered

Posted on January 17, 2011 by billmanzi

Today is the day we remember and celebrate the life of Dr. Martin Luther King. He was an extraordinary man who did so much to right the many wrongs that had been a standard part of public life in this … Continue reading →

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Speaker Deleo and Mayor Menino on Municipal Health Care

Posted on January 17, 2011 by billmanzi

Speaker Deleo was on Jim Braude’s show on NECN last week, and he reiterated his call for dramatic change in the laws governing municipal health care. The Speaker is advocating a system where if the cost estimates for a locality … Continue reading →

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No More Kicking Around of Michael Steele

Posted on January 15, 2011 by billmanzi

Michael Steele was dumped yesterday as Chair of the Republican National Committee, with Reince Priebus of Wisconsin selected as his replacement. Steele has been a controversial Chairman who was good at self promotion but not so good at fundraising. He … Continue reading →

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Methuen Public Schools Open Today

Posted on January 14, 2011 by billmanzi

The Methuen Public Schools are open today, Friday January 14th.

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Governor Patrick Sacks the Parole Board

Posted on January 14, 2011 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick, taking a strong stand in support of accountability, yesterday accepted the resignation of the five parole board members who voted to parole Dominic Cinelli. He also took action to fire other staff members responsible for oversight, and … Continue reading →

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Methuen City Hall Open, Schools Closed

Posted on January 13, 2011 by billmanzi

Methuen City Hall will be open for business today, but our public schools are closed.

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The Obama Speech

Posted on January 13, 2011 by billmanzi

President Obama gave a speech in Arizona last night, and I thought he did an outstanding job. At a time when the political back and forth over “blame” for the horrific shooting incident has taken over the media focus the … Continue reading →

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John Kerry at the Center for American Progress

Posted on January 12, 2011 by billmanzi

John Kerry, giving a speech at the Center for American Progress, which was written about today by Ezra Klein at the Washington Post. A long talk, but some interesting and valid points. Our competitive situation, especially vis-a-vis China, is an … Continue reading →

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