If you were thinking about giving John Mackey of Whole Foods a pass on disparaging health care reform as "socialism," or allowing him that one mistake because you like his beautiful fruits and veggies... you might want to think again. I … [Read more...]
Archives for January 4, 2010
The next State Senator
Tom Birmingham served in the State Senate for 10 years. After 4 years, he was chosen by his colleagues to serve as Senate President. He had a raft of accomplishments: He passed the landmark Education Reform Act of 1993, which has brought … [Read more...]
Galluccio sentenced to a year in jail
Globe: State Senator Anthony D. Galluccio today was found in violation of the terms of his probation and was sentenced to one year in the Middlesex House of Correction. He was led out of the courtroom in handcuffs. Judge Matthew Nestor said … [Read more...]
UPDATE…. Galluccio sentenced to jail
State Senator Anthony D. Galluccio today was led away in handcuffs after being sentenced to a year in jail for violating the terms of his probation by failing two alcohol tests. … [Read more...]
Murdoch’s News Corp: U.S. Troops May Have Killed Schoolchildren
A truly fascinating example last week of how Murdoch's News Corp tailors its news coverage for different audiences. In the U.K., the Times of London reported on New Year's eve: American-led troops were accused yesterday of dragging innocent … [Read more...]
Rep. Peter Koutoujian, “The Half-a-Million Dollar Man”
Why does state rep. Peter Koutoujian have $500,000 in his campaigh account? God that bugs the hell out of me. On the other hand Charley Murphy, the Ways and Means Chair has $4,000.00. See, Charley is a working rep. who wishes he had the … [Read more...]
Good Start Joe O’Brien!
When you bitch as much as I do, i must also give due credit. http://www.telegram.com/articl... … [Read more...]
A “supposed sorcerer” among us!
Congratulations to founder David Kravitz for his media tour-de-force over the past week or so. Today's Globe contained an enthusiastically positive review of Friday's performance, featuring this marvelous photo from the concert. I know … [Read more...]