A bit of serendipity vis-a-vis our discussion with Charlie Pierce tomorrow ... I say a foul word about the Red Sox for moving their radio broadcasts to 'RKO, since sometimes that means I turn on the radio to that station the day after … [Read more...]
Archives for July 7, 2009
Meet Charlie Pierce on BMG TODAY (Wednesday) at 10 a.m.
BMG chats with Charlie Pierce If you pay attention to Boston media, you've almost certainly run across Charlie Pierce. He's a staff writer for the Globe Magazine, and he's a regular on NPR's "Only a Game" and "Wait, Wait, Don't Tell … [Read more...]
National Grid wants more money.
The cost of electricity and it's transmission is already way over the top. from wggb.com The largest electric utility in Massachusetts wants to use the extra $111 million in revenue to upgrade its electrical distribution system and … [Read more...]
Grossman in Treasurer’s Race
The Newton resident and 2002 Gubernatorial challenger is a top-tier candidate. It will be interesting to see which other Democrats announce their intentions to run for this seat. Any other names out there? Also, check out my blog for … [Read more...]
LeftAhead! Podcast: Bizarre Politicians and How to Cure ‘Em
Today, on LeftAhead, Lynne, Mike and I chatted about four sets of politicians on the national, state and local levels who have made rash, illegal, unacceptable and/or bizarre decisions. We discussed Sarah Palin and her problems in Alaska, … [Read more...]
Mass Alliance Campaign Training in Western Massachusetts
Saturday and Sunday, July 18th and 19th 9 am to 5:30 pm 1199SEIU: 20 Maple Street, Springfield Mass Alliance is an umbrella organization for variety of progressive organizations across the state. They have been behind many … [Read more...]
Adam Reilly – Real Class Act – NOT
Melvin Miller, the man who founded and published the Bay State Banner for over 40 years had one of the toughest days of his life yesterday when he announced the Banner probably published it last edition last Thursday. What does Adam Reilly … [Read more...]
Obama admin bypasses senate ratification for treaty?
Perhaps it's the cynic in me complaining, but doesn't President Obama need the Senate's two-thirds "advice and consent" before ratifying foreign treaties? Of course, had Bush done this, you all would have burnt the White House down. … [Read more...]
Why Everyone Loses with CommCare Eligibility Cuts
Aside from the obvious moral and health-care-as-a-right arguments, immigrants in MA contribute a significant amount as taxpayers to the Commonwealth. A recent study commissioned by The Immigrant Learning Center, with researchers Paul … [Read more...]
Cahill: The Gambler
For once, I agreed with Tufts poli sci prof Jeff Berry, who was on 'BUR this morning expressing skepticism for Tim Cahill's independent play.Consider: He's got $3 million in his campaign chest already. Good for him. A strong … [Read more...]