Category Archives: National News

…While Gramm wins an ambassadorship

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

Former Senator Phil Gramm of Texas, a co-chair of the McCain Campaign and a top economic advisor to that campaign, created a stir yesterday by saying that the United States was a “nation of whiners” that were in a “mental … Continue reading →

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Jesse Jackson wields scapel…

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

The Reverend Jesse Jackson, in comments inadvertently picked up by a live mic, made disparaging remarks about Barack Obama and has spent today doing the “profusely apologize” routine. Jackson’s comments were spurred by his perception that Obama is somewhat condescending … Continue reading →

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Kerry Visits The Merrimack Valley

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

John Kerry visited both Lowell and Lawrence this week, campaigning hard in both cities. Kerry visited the Cedar Crest Restaurant in Lawrence to talk to a group and take questions. Senator Kerry talked about national health care, CDBG funding, veterans … Continue reading →

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Massachusetts House Backs Popular Vote Bill

Posted on July 10, 2008 by billmanzi

The Mass House of Representatives voted 119-36 to back a bill that would commit Massachusetts electors to cast their ballots for the Presidential candidate that won the most popular votes. This legislation would only take effect if enough other states … Continue reading →

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Senator Kennedy Returns to Washington

Posted on July 9, 2008 by billmanzi

Senator Ted Kennedy returned to Capitol Hill today to cast a vote on an important Medicare Bill. The Boston Globe reported that Kennedy flew to Washington immediately after receiving treatment in Boston, and then flew home right after the vote. … Continue reading →

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Obama Tacks to the Center

Posted on July 5, 2008 by billmanzi

Yes, we are hearing those murmurs of disapproval as Senator Barack Obama begins his inexorable slide towards the center of the political spectrum as he gears up for the general election. Whatever else you may think of him Barack Obama … Continue reading →

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McCain Shakes it up

Posted on July 3, 2008 by billmanzi

Struggling with getting out a message and trailing in the polls John McCain once again shook up his campaign, bringing in veteran political operative Steve Schmidt to take control of his operation. The move shifts responsibility away from campaign manager … Continue reading →

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Casinos take a financial hit

Posted on July 2, 2008 by billmanzi

The casino industry, long thought to be recession proof, is taking a big hit these days as the economic slowdown takes its toll. Even Las Vegas, the capital of casino gaming in the United States, is suffering. The casino industry, … Continue reading →

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Energy and Ethanol

Posted on June 30, 2008 by billmanzi

One of the major issues confronting the candidates in this Presidential election cycle is energy, and its huge effect on our lives and our economy. There are many policy disputes between candidates and the parties themselves across a wide spectrum … Continue reading →

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Democratic Unity Event

Posted on June 27, 2008 by billmanzi

Former Democratic rivals Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama came together in Unity New Hampshire for a Democratic unity event to promote Barack Obama for President. Both were effusive in their praise of each other, as the Democrats begin the process … Continue reading →

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