Boston's Nov. 8th election is supposed to be a big test for the Latino and the black woman at-large Councilors. All four at-large incumbents are running. First termers Felix Arroyo and Ayanna Pressley face challenges from three others, … [Read more...]
Mourning the Demise of American Jobs
On Tuesday, Senator Scott Brown chose the 1% over the 99%. Yesterday, we mourned the middle class’s untimely death at the hands of Scott Brown and his Republican leadership on the steps of the Mass GOP headquarters. Pastor Paris Cherry … [Read more...]
Greater Boston Young Democrats react to police crackdown on Occupy Boston; issue statement of support
(Cross-posted from ydma.org) In response to the growing Occupy Boston and Occupy Wall Street movements, and an overnight crackdown on Boston protesters, Greater Boston Young Democrats Vice Chair Sarah Betancourt issued the following … [Read more...]
Boston City Hall- a parking lot?
In most cities; City Hall is the seat of power. It is the center of a city. It reflects the culture and thinking of the cities leaders. Boston City Hall Plaza is filled with trucks, city and private cars. Whatever you think about … [Read more...]
Grading system for food safety in Boston
NY City- has a grading system for food establishements- besides the fines, the grade is displayed in the window. I recently reviewed the health inspection reports of a local market in Beacon Hill. The market failed 50% of their health … [Read more...]
traffic and Zipcar
Zip Car is a great service. It is innovative and environmentally conscious. If Boston is going to going to continue to grow and prosper we need to reduce traffic congestion. Reduce traveling time to communities and towns well beyond … [Read more...]
Boston’s Pressley Still Outspoken
First-term Boston City Councilor Ayanna Pressley says she enjoys making people feel uncomfortable. That is, she finds that candor, facts and meaningful solutions don't come easy and don't come through avoidance. You can click the player … [Read more...]
Mental health parity does not exist
Want to bring the BMG community’s attention to an impressive speech made during budget debate Thursday night by freshman Sen. John F. Keenan, who called insurance companies out on the carpet for failing to meet obligations under the … [Read more...]
“Expired-Food Guy” Connolly Fights for Another Go
Boston At-Large City Councilor John Connolly was kind of surprised that his old-frozen-foods-in-schools investigation made such a splash. Regardless, he chairs the body's education committee and shows an astonishing passion for public … [Read more...]
Election Commissioners work in the same Elections Department office at Boston City Hall.
Election Commissioners work in the same Elections Department office at Boston City Hall. How is it that they can be on the Board and also work in the same department office? … [Read more...]
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