Son of vocally anti-war BU prof is killed in Iraq.That's a particularly exquisite agony: To know that train has been coming down the tracks for four years; to know the war was a mistake; to know that your son's heroism is being misused and … [Read more...]
Just Because He Repeats It, Doesn’t Mean It’s True
I understand the reaction of the first responders. The incident points out some fallibilities within their operating procedures, but I can sympathize with why they are set up the way they are.But Mayor Menino, Governor Patrick, … [Read more...]
Herald: tumbleweeds blowing through Boston City Hall
Today's Herald reports that the holders of numerous critical city jobs have quit and haven't been replaced. So, in addition to the well-known lack of a permanent police commissioner, there is no homeland security czar, no fire … [Read more...]
Give war a chance
Updated to reflect the actual text of the ad.A few days ago just about every major politician in Massachusetts signed onto an ad declaring support for Israel's right to defend itself from unprovoked aggression. As concerned citizens, we … [Read more...]
Boston City Council Special Election- June 13th Lamattina bests Ryan
For those who follow city politics in Boston, there was a special election in Charlestown, East Boston,the North End, and Beacon Hill to fill Paul Scapicchio's seat on Tuesday. As many of you know, Scapicchio left the council to take … [Read more...]
Rally in Boston this weekend with Kennedy and Menino
Senator Kennedy and Mayor Menino are having a rally this weekend in Boston to get everyone fired up - it should be fun, and it's a great way to meet other Democrats in Boston. (If you want more info on Senator Kennedy, go to … [Read more...]
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