Tonight, it's from JimC on health care: Here's what I don't get Every Democratic candidate in 2008, from Sara Orozco to Barack Obama, ran … [Read more...]
Archives for June 18, 2009
Report from Protest Against Convicted Gay-basher Fabio Brandao Going Free
The crowd was spirited despite the weather, and we attracted considerable attention from passing pedestrians and motorists. Several news outlets were on hand to report, including, of course, Bay Windows (which is sure to have the best … [Read more...]
Progressive Democrats of Somerville Meet Tuesday 6/23
Somerville Democrats: Please join us at the next Progressive Democrats of Somerville Meeting! Tuesday, June 23, 6:30pm to 8:30pm Visiting Nurses Association 259 Lowell Street, Community Room (3rd Floor) Topics will include an update from … [Read more...]
I found $1.6 Billion per year of savings
Did anyone read the article on the front page of the globe yesterday about Genzyme's troubles?In an unprecedented move for Genzyme Corp., the state’s largest biotechnology company has halted production of two drugs for rare … [Read more...]
If business is really more efficient, then why fear government competition in human services?
Yet, the myth that government can't do anything right is now being trotted out to sink Obama's public health care option. If government is allowed to compete with private insurers, Medicare will pay … [Read more...]
Feed the Pigs at MassPike – Legislative Leadership Pay – The Progressives -The Fells – Larry DiCara
--------------------------------------------- Do you know there are over 50 leadership positions in the Mass House? All appointed by the Speaker from a pool of 159. Not a bad baseline for the Speaker. Most make extra money. I propose … [Read more...]
Must read: Health care in danger
Ezra's got a critical post in understanding the bad news we've gotten on health care reform recently. Essentially, the plans that the Senators Kennedy and Dodd wanted to pass are judged to be too expensive. That's because … [Read more...]
Transport reform bill out of conference committee
Good rundown from SHNS here. Reportedly includes:End of 23-and-out for future hires of MBTA; 25 years service + 55 years of age to collect, which is still generous but in line with other state employees. Addendum: Folks on this thread … [Read more...]
Sen. Eldridge, man of Action
Today's Globe online version makes an amusing, if accurate, error, referring to Senator Eldridge of Action rather than from the town of Acton. The article, highlighting State House (in)activity on Bunker Hill Day includes this: "I'm working … [Read more...]
Fox Gets Defensive
Cross-posted from Blue News Tribune. Maybe this should make me angry, but it just makes me sad. http://www.mediabistro.com/tvn... This morning on Fox & Friends, the trio invited the president on and wondered why they were being … [Read more...]