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Steele Elected Chair of the R.N.C.

Posted on January 31, 2009 by billmanzi

Former Maryland Lt. Governor Michael Steele was elected as the new Chair of the Republican National Committee yesterday. Steele defeated a large field of candidates, including the incumbent Mike Duncan, who had been handpicked by President George Bush. Steele’s election … Continue reading →

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The Governor’s 2009 9-c cuts detailed

Posted on January 29, 2009 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick yesterday detailed his 9-c cuts by community, as well as producing a plan to balance the FY2009 state budget. The cuts were not good news for cities and towns in the Merrimack Valley. Methuen’s mid year cut … Continue reading →

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McAuliffe Takes Off in Virginia

Posted on January 27, 2009 by billmanzi

Clintonista Terry McAuliffe is running for Governor in Virginia, and he is already on the air with ads. McAuliffe faces a three way primary in Virginia, and his entry into the race gives it some national sparkle (and plenty of … Continue reading →

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The Globe Gets it Right on Municipal Healthcare

Posted on January 26, 2009 by billmanzi

The Boston Globe wrote a lead editorial today that accurately depicted the Governor’s municipal healthcare proposal as not at all helpful to municipalities. From the Globe: GOVERNOR Patrick is asking mayors, selectmen, and town managers to make cheesecake out of … Continue reading →

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The Banking and Finance Sector Crater

Posted on January 21, 2009 by billmanzi

On his first full day in office President Obama is facing a global banking crisis that has been getting worse instead of better, with an initial application of help from governments around the world having little impact. The figures are … Continue reading →

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Wages in deflationary spiral

Posted on January 19, 2009 by billmanzi

The Wall Street Journal has a piece in Saturday detailing the downward spiral of wages in the private sector. The deflationary spiral we are starting to enter will need to be stopped soon or the consequences, in my opinion, will … Continue reading →

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Governors Speech: Sweeping Rhetoric, Few Specifics

Posted on January 15, 2009 by billmanzi

Governor Deval Patrick tonight gave his State of the State speech, outlining a tough road ahead which will include cuts to localities that will bring layoffs to police, fire, and teachers. The Governor called for “reform” of state government in … Continue reading →

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Methuen’s Artist of the Month

Posted on January 15, 2009 by billmanzi

MAYOR MANZI NAMES JOSHUA LETOURNEAU AS JANUARY’S ARTIST OF THE MONTH Methuen Artist’s Work on Display in the Mayor’s Office Mayor William M. Manzi has named Joshua Letourneau as January’s Artist of the Month. Joshua is a Methuen resident and … Continue reading →

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Schuster and Ziegler Slug over Palin

Posted on January 11, 2009 by billmanzi

Filmaker John Ziegler (whose upcoming film on Obama’s election win was highlighted here a couple of days ago) slugs with MSNBC’s David Schuster over (yes, you guessed right) Sarah Palin. (Maybe Jules is right, I just can’t help myself). Some … Continue reading →

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Obama Weekly Radio Address

Posted on January 10, 2009 by billmanzi

The President-Elect gives his weekly radio address, with the accent on some of the same themes hit upon during his economic speech given this week. This address has the President elect highlighting a report by economic advisors Christina Romer and … Continue reading →

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