I couldn't help noticing a certain similarity between our newest entrant into the Lieutenant Governor's race and a character in one of my favorite TV shows, Buffy the Vampire Slayer.The figure on the left is one of "The Gentlemen," from an … [Read more...]
citizen journalism, anyone?
Charley suggested we get out there and get involved in what's happnening in our communities (a la Lynne of "Left in Lowell.")Here's a great article about a Watertown blogger by former Boston Phoenix media critic Dan Kennedy. The blogger's a … [Read more...]
Health Care: We’re being watched
Andrew Varnon points to Nathan Newman's discussion at TPM Cafe of our MA health care deal. Regular readers will be familiar with most of the content of Newman's brief discussion. He concludes, "Health care advocates can be proud of a … [Read more...]
Koufax awards: have you voted yet?
If you haven't had a chance to do so yet, please visit the Koufax awards site to vote for Blue Mass. Group as "Best state or local blog." Voting is easy - just leave a comment at the end of the post.The organizers have announced that … [Read more...]
Green Line extension to pick up federal funds at Silver Line’s expense?
The transit newsletter called "LivableStreets" has posted this intriguing item on the proposed Green Line extension to Somerville and West Medford:Though unconfirmed, LivableStreets has learned that the Boston Metropolitan Planning … [Read more...]
Andrea Silbert Campaign Trail Update
As Andrea Silbert's Campaign Manager I write to share with you our recently launched e-newsletter. If you'd like to receive this communication directly please sign up to receive Andrea's campaign updates at … [Read more...]
The morning dish
Some headlines in today's papers that are worth your perusal:Reed Hillman, to be formally introduced today as Kerry Healey's running mate, was the head of the State Police during a particularly unfortunate episode in which pregnant troopers … [Read more...]
Kim explains why individual mandates are a terrible idea
John McDonough, at the invaluable Health Care for All blog, posted this email from a reader named Kim who wondered how an individual mandate was supposed to make her life easier:Where do I fit?I am 56 years old. I work for someone who has … [Read more...]