This AP piece appeared on the websites of both the Herald and the Globe today, and the way the story was framed shows, I think, how little respect the authors and/or editors have for the intelligence of the audience. By what idiotic logic … [Read more...]
Archives for February 25, 2012
BC student missing | Universal Hub
Universal Hub: Franco Garcia was last seen Tuesday night at Mary Ann's in Cleveland Circle. He made a phone call around 1:15 a.m., possibly on his way back to the BC campus, but he hasn't been heard from since - and his car … [Read more...]
No fare or service cuts for the MBTA – your ideas open thread!
Today, Occupy Boston held a rally and march against fare hikes and service cuts. T riders came to Copley Square from all over the state - even as far as Worcester using the Commuter Rail. The T Rider from Worcester stated that he depends … [Read more...]
Norwell Woman Brings Experience to the Race for State Senate in Plymouth and Norfolk
Genevieve Davis of Norwell is running as a Democrat for the State Senate in Plymouth and Norfolk. Ms. Davis has deep roots working for the 99%. Education, human services, the environment, labor, housing, minority and LGBT programs, the … [Read more...]
“NO GIRLS ALLOWED” at Scott Brown Event
Here's a photo of Scott Brown shaking hands at one of his rare, private meet-n-greets...in a room marked "NO GIRLS ALLOWED": On any other day, this might have seemed like a humorous coincidence. But the photo takes on a whole new meaning … [Read more...]
Boston College Student Missing Since 2/21
At around midnight last Tuesday night, Franco Garcia went missing. He was last seen at Mary Ann's in Cleveland Circle. Police were able to track a phone call to Franco's cell phone at around 1:15AM and believe he was heading back in the … [Read more...]
For Somerville Tom
I cannot reply to comments, so this is for Tom. You say that government has a role in regulation and labeling of product and I agree. But it doesn't mandate the provision of free orange juice. Insurance companies agree that … [Read more...]
Weekly Joke Revue: Handlers Remind Gingrich to Stay on Uninspiring, Belittling Message
Onion: Handlers Constantly Reminding Gingrich To Stay On Uninspiring, Belittling Message PHOENIX—As Newt Gingrich continues to cede ground to Rick Santorum, the former House speaker's campaign team has responded by advising him to stay … [Read more...]