You might think that if two major public entities, like the State Police and Massport, failed for years to make basic information on pay and overtime available, that the State Auditor would be all over it. But you would be wrong. The … [Read more...]
Here’s Why Competition is a Good Thing in Congressional Races
Betty McCollum (D-MN) has recently filed bill H.R. 4391 "Promoting Human Rights by Ending Israeli Military Detention of Palestinian Children Act." Does Congressman Capuano support this bill? Would he consider becoming a co-sponsor? (of … [Read more...]
A Complaint
Much as I appreciate having a little gold star next to my name, I don't think it is anyone's business to comment on how active my member is. … [Read more...]
Dr Strangesenator
People were offended when I referred to Dr Strangelove in some previous posts. But did anyone catch Senator Angus King last Tuesday? King didn't wait for someone to bring up Dr Strangelove, he channeled it himself. King was lecturing … [Read more...]
Time’s Up for Steve Wynn’s Casino
This should be cut and dried. Casino owners have to pass a character test,and Steve Wynn just flunked. Check out the WSJ,then try to come up with a reason why the Everett casino should not be cancelled. … [Read more...]
Long Before “Shit Holes”
From the NYT, 1982 "Showing what aides say is mounting frustration over news coverage of economic suffering in the United States, Mr. Reagan asked: 'Is it news that some fellow out in South Succotash someplace has just been laid off, that … [Read more...]
Walsh vs. Walsh, the self-loathing Mayor.
I cant improve on what appeared in the Weekly Dig, so here's the link. The gist of the article is that Walsh has completely changed his position on housing the homeless on Long Island. The complete flip flop in 60 days is noticeable … [Read more...]
Bring Back Dapper!
Heaven forfend,but there was one small part of his act that might be useful. Each time something came before the City Council, he would stand up and ask the same question. I forget the question, because it was basically bullshit .It was … [Read more...]
New Suggestion for Renaming Yawkey Way
Why don't we rename Yawkey Way after the first African American Red Sox manager? That way there's no rush. … [Read more...]
Witness Intimidation? Obstruction of Justice?
One part of the New Yorker article on Harvey Weinstein seemed a little vague. ". . . in 2015: after [Gutierrez] went to the police, negative items discussing her sexual history and impugning her credibility began rapidly appearing in New … [Read more...]
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