Massachusetts needs a truly independent diverse Casino review process composed only of people who cannot swayed or influence by ideology or personal gain. Will our government officials do it right? … [Read more...]
Archives for September 21, 2007
The Ball is in DiMasi’s Court
DiMasi has some appropriate concerns with the Governor's casino proposal, but that isn't the larger issue here. It's the obstructionism and maintenance of the status quo that DiMasi's House is engaged in. Like it or not, we're facing a … [Read more...]
Academic and other views and studies on casino gambling
Here are some very informative, professional and researched comments on the casino matter (also excepts from US Congressional testimony on gambling "facts and stats") which may help illuminate this issue. Those who are for casino … [Read more...]
Statement on behalf of the victim of the P-Town gaybashing
To the editor of the Cape Codder: In his zeal to denounce "inaccuracies" attributed to advocacy organizations defending the victim of a vicious hate crime in Provincetown, reporter Steve Desrouches presents incomplete and inaccurate … [Read more...]
Just Who Opposes Casinos in Massachusetts?
Look, who's to say he's wrong. There are certainly people out there making the argument that all gambling is unseemly and should be banned. But that's just not the argument you'll get at Ryan's Take. Furthermore, it's not the prevailing … [Read more...]
Please vote on Tuesday!
As you know, the Preliminary Election for Boston City Council is Tuesday, September 25, 2007 (for the District 7 and District 9 seats; there is no preliminary for the at-large race). There is, of course, also a Special Election for … [Read more...]
Romney still playing with guns
What a pathetic, pandering, flip-flopping ass this guy is.Mitt Romney, if you haven't heard, recorded a truly gag-inducing video for a recent NRA candidate forum. You can watch the whole thing at the above link. Here were some … [Read more...]
State party comes out against Carlo Basile in 1st Suffolk primary
A most interesting development in the 1st Suffolk race, the primary for which is next Tuesday. (By the way, if you want Gloribell Mota to win, here's how to help). Here's the party's release (emphasis mine).MASSACHUSETTS … [Read more...]
Sad news from the Tsongas campaign
Just received:Early this morning Niki Tsongas learned that her beloved sister Suzanne Sauvage passed away unexpectedly in her sleep at her home in New York. Niki will be suspending her personal campaign activities until further … [Read more...]
Friday open thread
Still missing Pavarotti ...(via Alex Ross.)What's on your mind? What are we forgetting to talk about in the midst of casino madness? … [Read more...]