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Tony Blair on the Problems of Labour: Lessons for Democrats?

Posted on June 6, 2026 by billmanzi

Tony Blair has written a sharp warning to Britain’s Labour Party, but much of it could be mailed directly to the American Democratic Party. His central point is simple: a party cannot win the future by retreating into the comfort … Continue reading →

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The Battle of Iwo Jima

Posted on May 25, 2026 by billmanzi

Memorial Day Remembrance As Americans pause on Memorial Day to remember those who gave their lives in service to the nation, few battles better symbolize sacrifice, determination, and battlefield courage than the Battle of Iwo Jima. I have read the … Continue reading →

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Master Diplomat: A Look at Zhou Enlai A Life by Chen Jian

Posted on May 23, 2026 by billmanzi

Zhou Enlai: A Life by Chen Jian My rating: 5 of 5 stars For those interested in modern Chinese history, revolutionary politics, or the personalities who shaped the twentieth century, Zhou Enlai: A Life by Chen Jian is an important … Continue reading →

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A Look at “True Believer: Hubert Humphrey’s Quest for a More Just America” by James Traub

Posted on July 5, 2024 by billmanzi

True Believer: Hubert Humphrey’s Quest for a More Just America by James Traub My rating: 4 of 5 stars Hubert Humphrey was the first Vice President for me as a youngster, as I was too young to remember LBJ in … Continue reading →

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A Look at “The Strategist: Brent Scowcroft and the Call of National Security”

Posted on June 29, 2024 by billmanzi

The Strategist: Brent Scowcroft and the Call of National Security by Bartholomew H. Sparrow My rating: 4 of 5 stars Brent Scowcroft had a long lasting and outsized role as a top figure in the U.S. foreign policy establishment, serving … Continue reading →

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The Grand Opening of the Weare-Merriman Park

Posted on June 25, 2024 by billmanzi

The grand opening of the Weare-Merriman Community Park happened over this past weekend. This park comes to the Seabrook community from the very generous donation of a twenty acre parcel by the Merriman family. Diane Merriman Shenberger, Cathy Merriman Cygan, … Continue reading →

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Michael Collins- The Man Who Made Ireland by Tim Pat Coogan

Posted on March 30, 2024 by billmanzi

Tim Pat Coogan gives us a tour de force on Michael Collins, the man who  made Ireland,  in this book which is both a biography of the “big fella” and a history of a critical point in Ireland. These events … Continue reading →

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Lucky’s at the Brook

Posted on May 27, 2023 by billmanzi
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A Look at Robert E Lee, A Life by Allen Guelzo

Posted on April 11, 2023 by billmanzi

Robert E. Lee: A Life by Allen C. Guelzo My rating: 4 of 5 stars Robert E. Lee: A Life” is a remarkable biography by the historian and author Allen Guelzo. In this book, Guelzo provides a comprehensive and balanced … Continue reading →

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A Look at “Thank You for Your Servitude: Donald Trump’s Washington and the Price of Submission” by Mark Leibovich

Posted on October 29, 2022 by billmanzi

Thank You for Your Servitude: Donald Trump’s Washington and the Price of Submission by Mark Leibovich My rating: 5 of 5 stars Another book nominally on Trump, but with a totally different angle. I was drawn in by the author, … Continue reading →

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