Category Archives: National News

Rahm Gets Roasted

Posted on January 24, 2009 by billmanzi

With the New York Times running a profile today on Rahm Emmanuel I thought that it would be appropriate to post this video of then Senator Barack Obama roasting Rahm at a 2005 charity event. Some pretty funny stuff here, … Continue reading →

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President Obama’s Weekly Address

Posted on January 24, 2009 by billmanzi

President Obama talks about the need for the large stimulus package working its way through Congress. The President hit upon some familiar themes about where the spending will go, as well as his efforts to insure that the stimulus is … Continue reading →

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Paterson Chooses Kirsten Gillibrand

Posted on January 23, 2009 by billmanzi

New York Governor David Paterson has chosen Congresswoman Kirsten Gillibrand to replace Hillary Clinton. From the New York Times: Gov. David A. Paterson has selected Representative Kirsten Gillibrand, a 42-year-old congresswoman from upstate who is known for bold political moves … Continue reading →

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The Arrogance of CEO’S

Posted on January 22, 2009 by billmanzi

Bank of America, finding itself in a little bit of trouble these days, announced the resignation of John Thaine, the former CEO of Merrill Lynch. Bank of America had begun to rethink the offer to acquire Merrill Lynch in light … Continue reading →

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Caroline Kennedy Withdraws From Consideration

Posted on January 21, 2009 by billmanzi

The New York Times is reporting that Caroline Kennedy has called New York Governor David Paterson to announce that she is no longer interested in being named to the Senate Seat vacated today by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. From … Continue reading →

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President Barack H. Obama

Posted on January 20, 2009 by billmanzi

The Inaugural address of President Barack Obama, the 44th President of the United States. http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/28738177#28738177.msnbcLinks {font-size:11px; font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #999; margin-top: 5px; background: transparent; text-align: center; width: 425px;} .msnbcLinks a {text-decoration:none !important; border-bottom: 1px dotted #999 !important; font-weight:normal !important; … Continue reading →

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A Day of Hope

Posted on January 20, 2009 by billmanzi

Barack Obama will be inaugurated this morning, and the difficult job facing him will test him from minute one. But I think he represents a real hope that the rationale for decision making in the White House will be logic … Continue reading →

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Obama Praises McCain

Posted on January 19, 2009 by billmanzi

John McCain was the guest of honor at a dinner party that featured President-elect Barack Obama. Another nice touch by Barack Obama, who has really got this inaugural week roaring. John McCain seemed delighted to be there. Good for both … Continue reading →

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The New York Times Teeters

Posted on January 19, 2009 by billmanzi

The Wall Street Journal is reporting that the New York Times has entered into talks with Mexican billionaire Carlos Slim that would set the terms for a large cash investment by Slim in the New York Times. Today’s Globe reports … Continue reading →

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Cheney on SNL????

Posted on January 18, 2009 by billmanzi

The folks at SNL explore any possible regrets that outgoing Vice President Dick Cheney may have as he leaves office. Has Cheney really not gone hunting since he shot that poor sap in the face? http://widgets.nbc.com/o/4727a250e66f9723/4973fad7fc206b28/497339f64ff497ca/104e88e3/-cpid/15a13790cbc93e44

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