So, this article in Rolling Stone is the best write up I've seen about what went wrong with Prop 8. I've been uncomfortable with the "blame the black people" backlash. It seems that what went wrong is the arrogance of the people who ran … [Read more...]
Archives for December 7, 2008
The Anti-Gay Right’s Theater of the Absurd
The right wing showed its skill at displaying phony outrage when Barack Obama used the old line about "lipstick on a pig" in reference to McCain's policies and former Mass. Gov. Jane Swift accused him of insulting Palin. Now they're up in … [Read more...]
Now is the time for a Massachusetts Automobile Carbon Tax
This could start with something as simple as raising the gasoline tax in Massachusetts. Currently we are taxing at 41.9 cents per gallon (state+federal tax), lower than most states (see map), and much lower than other progressive … [Read more...]
John Volpe the Visionary?
John Volpe, the Visionary? I am puzzled after reading Martin Nolan's encomium to John Volpe in the Sunday 12/7 Globe. I don't see that he makes a case for Volpe as visionary. When I recall Volpe's political career the first thing that come … [Read more...]
Boston City Council still trying to give away public control over Boston Common???
Mike Ross is having a working session on the status of Boston Common Monday afternoon at Boston City Hall. In a process that would make George Orwell proud, Councilor Ross advises you to bring 15 copies of what information or testimony you … [Read more...]
Caroline Kennedy for Senator?
Am I the only one who's unhappy about the idea of Caroline Kennedy being appointed to fill Senator Hillary Clinton's seat? Certainly, I can agree that she is very bright, well-spoken, accomplished, attractive; she's probably even capable of … [Read more...]
First Vietnamese-American Elected To Congress!
It's official! Anh Cao (R), a Vietnamese-American has defeated corrupt 9-time Congressman William Jefferson in LA-02. In a district that is 61% African-American and ridiculously Democratic, voters have truly come out, tossed away racial … [Read more...]
A Memory
Service for Lori Bonatakis July 12, 2008 Thank you all for coming today. I'm Kate Donaghue, a friend of Lori's. I've never conducted a Memorial Service before. I'm counting on all of you to help with this service. … [Read more...]