Thanksgiving week and lots of stuff going on beyond the stuffing, especially when it comes to city union negotiations. On December 1, members of Police
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A Deal In The Works, Plus: I Need Lots Of Reminding
Mayor Bill Finch and police union leadership have reached a tentative agreement on a new labor contract. This is a major breakthrough for city finances
Read moreThey Should Live In A Tent, Plus: Finch, Gaudett Cop Announcement
Why is it always about a public official’s house? First it was Joe Ganim and then John Rowland and … and … and … could
Read moreHail To The Chief, Plus: Rell Stumps For Russo
Well, that was a fine farewell for former Police Chief Bryan Norwood who resigned to take the top job in Richmond, Virginia. Saying sayonara to
Read moreMy Middle Name Is Joe, Plus: New Shays-Himes Poll And Millions Of Voters
We have Joe The Bartender, Joe The Barber, Joe Six Pack and now Joe The Plumber. Hey, my middle name is Joe, were they talking
Read moreShays, Himes Lace Up Gloves At Housy
Addressing healthcare, two wars, and taxes and spending Congressman Christopher Shays and his Democratic opponent Jim Himes served up some crackling exchanges Tuesday morning in
Read morePizza And Politicians
I spent Sunday’s spectacular afternoon chewing Julian’s fantastico brick-oven pie on Madison Avenue and leaning against the street sign at Madison and Capitol cheering marchers
Read moreParading Pols, Plus: Supreme Court Ruling, Norwood’s 911, And ACORN Complaint Update
Okay, everyone, this is your chance to throw cannoli at your favorite politician. I’m looking forward to Sunday’s Columbus Day parade, sponsored by the Council
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