Category Archives: National News

Card Check Battle

Posted on March 7, 2009 by billmanzi

The battle over the Employee Free Choice Act has begun to heat up, with President Obama signaling that he is in full support of the legislation. And as the battle draws near both sides are gearing up for battle with … Continue reading →

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Obama Rides High in WSJ Poll

Posted on March 4, 2009 by billmanzi

President Barack Obama continues to be very popular with the American public according to the latest Wall Street Journal/NBC News survey. Overall, two-thirds of all Americans say they feel “hopeful” about Mr. Obama’s leadership and plans, compared with 28% who … Continue reading →

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The We Can Solve It Campaign- Solar

Posted on March 3, 2009 by billmanzi

You will likely see this ad by the We campaign on the air shortly. Solar arrays in a desert! Not a bad idea. Maybe that goes along with improving our grid so that we can transmit that power to where … Continue reading →

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U2 In the News

Posted on March 3, 2009 by billmanzi

The Irish rock band U2 is back with a new album, and a slew of media coverage. They are in today’s Globe and were in Sunday’s New York Times. From the New York Times: U2 has entered the fourth decade … Continue reading →

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The Revenge of “El Rushbo”

Posted on March 2, 2009 by billmanzi

Seeing that I gave a post to Michael Steele attacking Rush Limbaugh our own “fairness doctrine” requires that I give “El Rushbo” some equal time. You see, the fairness doctrine is not always a bad thing. Rush decries the fact … Continue reading →

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The Sebilius Announcement

Posted on March 2, 2009 by billmanzi

President Obama announced the appointment of Governor Kathleen Sebilius as Secretary of HHS. This appointment will carry a heavy work load, with health care front and center on the agenda. President Obama split off the so called White House Director … Continue reading →

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AIG Loses $61 Billion

Posted on March 2, 2009 by billmanzi

AIG, the giant insurer, posted a $61.66 billion dollar loss for the fourth quarter of last year, and the Treasury and the Fed jointly announced a new bailout program for the company. From the Wall Street Journal: The federal government … Continue reading →

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And Newt Shall Lead!

Posted on March 1, 2009 by billmanzi

The New York Times today features Newt Gingrich as their cover boy in the Sunday Magazine, with the focus on his continuing prominence in Republican and conservative circles. Newt has always been an interesting character, and with the total void … Continue reading →

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Sebelius to Head HHS

Posted on February 28, 2009 by billmanzi

Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius has been selected by President Barack Obama to become the Secretary of Health and Human Services. Sebelius was an early supporter of Obama, and had been mentioned as a potential Vice Presidential candidate. She will be … Continue reading →

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Obama on the Budget

Posted on February 28, 2009 by billmanzi

President Barack Obama used his weekly address to speak on his budget submission. Obama talked of the fight he expects over this document, and how it addresses key needs of the nation. He is wading into the battle with confidence. … Continue reading →

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