Category Archives: State News

The Bush Statement

Posted on September 25, 2008 by billmanzi

President Bush makes the case for the bailout package submitted by his administration. He also calls for bipartisan action, inviting Senators McCain and Obama as well as other Congressional leaders to the White House. His legislation is stalled, and every … Continue reading →

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Kerry O’Reilly Results in Methuen

Posted on September 22, 2008 by billmanzi

I have attached the PDF of the Methuen Kerry O’Reilly race. Kerry O’Reilly

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Governor Stymies Police Unions

Posted on September 22, 2008 by billmanzi

Governor Patrick unveiled his new regulations that allow the use of flagmen on certain state road jobs, inserting a late provision that short circuited the unions ability to use local collective bargaining agreements or ordinances to force local police onto … Continue reading →

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Kerry Coasts in Massachusetts

Posted on September 16, 2008 by billmanzi

John Kerry won an easy victory in today’s Democratic primary, defeating Attorney Ed O’Reilly 69% to 31%, carrying just about every community in Massachusetts. Congratulations to Senator Kerry, who has not had a primary opponent in many years. http://services.brightcove.com/services/viewer/federated_f8/271552990

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Campbell Coasts in Methuen

Posted on September 16, 2008 by billmanzi

State Representative Linda Dean Campbell coasted to victory in todays primary, winning by a margin by a 54-46 percent margin, or about 450 votes. I will post the full precinct by precinct results first thing tommorow. My congratulations to Rep. … Continue reading →

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Lt Governor Murray in Methuen

Posted on September 13, 2008 by billmanzi

Lt. Governor Tim Murray visited Methuen recently, touring our city with Representative Linda Dean Campbell. We brought Lt Governor Murray to tour our High School, (which is scheduled for a major renovation) he visited the Arlington Neighborhood’s brand new community … Continue reading →

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Kerry Pours it On

Posted on September 9, 2008 by billmanzi

(I have endorsed John Kerry in this race.) Senator John Kerry continues to promote his re-election bid in the Democratic primary, putting out a new ad dealing with his strong support for heating assistance for the Northeast corridor. Kerry has … Continue reading →

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The Kerry Message

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

I have endorsed John Kerry in this race. John Kerry asks for the support of Massachusetts voters, and makes the case for re-election.

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Utah tanks up with natural gas

Posted on August 30, 2008 by billmanzi

One of the main points of the Pickens Plan is to begin fueling our auto fleet with natural gas produced domestically to replace foreign oil. This has begun happening in Utah, where the demand for natural gas vehicles is eclipsing … Continue reading →

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The Limits on Wind

Posted on August 28, 2008 by billmanzi

We have focused on wind energy frequently, and with just about everyone on board for additional wind power we are now bumping into some of the logistical issues that really need to be solved if we as a country are … Continue reading →

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