The results of todays voting in Massachusetts will reflect one of two things: those who believe in the success of the Commonwealth as a whole, and those who believe in the success of every-man-for-himself. Wanting what's best for the … [Read more...]
Chamber of Commerce + pushing agenda = LOST JOBS
The argument just doesn't add up: how is it that the National Chamber of Commerce, whose business members cried poormouth about much-needed tax cuts in order to bolster job growth, has millions to dole out in Republican lobbying efforts and … [Read more...]
No bad for a day’s pay…
What a way to start my morning...ugh. After reading the Globe's article about CEO's still taking bonuses in the face of the worst economic blight of our time, I had to sit back and take a moment. I'm not naive, but its … [Read more...]
Henriquez Ready for the 5th Tough Trio
As the youngest of the four Dems seeking the vacant seat at 33, Henriquez says he is "old enough to connect and at the age I can challenge my peers to be civilly active." Listen in as he describes the interplay between his three major … [Read more...]
The closing of Wonderland, and the Globe’s front page
So as we know, the Wonderland dog racing track closed down last week, and either 85 or 150 jobs were lost as a result. I spoke to the head of MA's Rapid Response unit, Ken Messina, on Friday, and he told me that his agency has been … [Read more...]
Unbelievable in Afghanistan
"Fifty-two licensed private security firms operate extensively in Afghanistan, employing more than 25,000 people.Among the major American firms are Xe Services, formerly known as Blackwater, and Triple Canopy."About half of the companies … [Read more...]
Made in America – Obama’s speech in Wisconsin
To protect our future, and our children's futures, I agree with Barack Obama's Speech in Wisconsin today. What our President said in his speech in Wisconsin today about ZBB Battery Corporations Product and facility is the kind of … [Read more...]
On Saving 319,000 Jobs, Or, Legislation Keeps Teachers Teaching
So across my desk have come documents that report how many jobs will be saved by the House coming back into session to vote out H.R. 1586 and send it to the President for his signature. Long story short, after all the commemorative pens … [Read more...]
End the War in Afghanistan and Invest at Home
For 34 years, I've lived, worked, and raised three daughters in the 10th Congressional District. I've been a county commissioner, professor, and State Senator for the Cape and Islands, and I know these are tough times. But we will recover - … [Read more...]
Its Jobs, Jobs, Jobs! With poll!
Workforce development updated its page July 23 and seems to indicate that if you were receiving unemployment, but were cut off after 26 weeks and before 99 weeks you should "expect a letter". Note that there is a phone line, though, … [Read more...]
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