In this time of economic crisis, with governments at all levels facing budget pressure, Medford City Hall was closed today (June 17) in "observance of Bunker Hill Day," according to the city's website. While private sector workers throughout the city punched the clock today and earned their keep, the government of Medford was idle.
It's insulting enough that this "hack holiday" meant no one was working on Beacon Hill. However, the bigger question: Why does the city of Medford, firmly planted in Middlesex county, "observe" a Suffolk County holiday?
The Massachusetts Senate voted recently to eliminate this "hack holiday" along with that other bogus holiday, Evacuation Day. (see article) It's time Medford does the same.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Monday, June 14, 2010
Mass GOP Town Committee Bootcamp
The Mass GOP will be holding a a FREE hands-on Boot Camp. This comprehensive program is for any Republican Town/City/Ward committee members who want to grow their committee with new members and new ideas.
CLICK HERE to learn more
Please email khughes@massgop.com to sign up.
Upcoming Dates and locations are:
Saturday, June 19, 2010- 10 am to 4 pm (With Lunch & Snacks)
American Legion, 41 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA
OR
Sunday, June 27, 2010 11:00 am to 5:00 pm (With Lunch & Snacks)
American Legion, 437 Newport Ave, Attleboro, MA
CLICK HERE to learn more
Please email khughes@massgop.com to sign up.
Upcoming Dates and locations are:
Saturday, June 19, 2010- 10 am to 4 pm (With Lunch & Snacks)
American Legion, 41 Wendell Ave, Pittsfield, MA
OR
Sunday, June 27, 2010 11:00 am to 5:00 pm (With Lunch & Snacks)
American Legion, 437 Newport Ave, Attleboro, MA
Monday, May 17, 2010
Reminder: Next Meeting on Thursday, May 20
As a reminder, the next meeting of the Medford Republican City Committee will be held this Thursday, May 20, at 7PM. The location is the Medford Public Library (111 High Street).
Election of Ward Committee officers is on the agenda.
We hope to see you there.
Election of Ward Committee officers is on the agenda.
We hope to see you there.
Monday, April 26, 2010
Medford Holds Tea Party Rally (Medford Transcript)
Medford Holds Tea Party Rally
(From the Medford Transcript)
Medford — If you asked Medford resident Bernie Green why he was standing on the corner of Salem Street and the Fellsway last Thursday afternoon, his answer would be simple and straightforward: “The sign says it all.”
Green, the chairman of the Medford Republican City Committee, was referring to the sign he was holding as part of the Tea Party demonstration on April 15. The hand printed sign featured a quote from President Thomas Jefferson, which read, “When Injustice Becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty.”
“That’s why we’re here today,” Green said. “Our government is becoming more and more intrusive in our lives and with our liberties, and people have had enough.”
— For more on this story, check out this week’s Medford Transcript April 22 edition.
(From the Medford Transcript)
Medford — If you asked Medford resident Bernie Green why he was standing on the corner of Salem Street and the Fellsway last Thursday afternoon, his answer would be simple and straightforward: “The sign says it all.”Green, the chairman of the Medford Republican City Committee, was referring to the sign he was holding as part of the Tea Party demonstration on April 15. The hand printed sign featured a quote from President Thomas Jefferson, which read, “When Injustice Becomes Law, Resistance Becomes Duty.”
“That’s why we’re here today,” Green said. “Our government is becoming more and more intrusive in our lives and with our liberties, and people have had enough.”
— For more on this story, check out this week’s Medford Transcript April 22 edition.
Monday, April 12, 2010
See how much of your wealth Democrats are redistributing
A handy tool from Fox News that shows how much you and your family - based upon your income -are having absconded for redistribution by the Obama stimulus program.
From Fox News;
Enter your income for calculation.
Topic:Economic Stimulus
Total Allocated Cost:$862,000,000,000 *
In February 2009, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. In early 2009, the Congressional Budget Office estimated that the Recovery Act's combined spending and tax provisions would cost $787 billion. In early 2010, CBO updated its estimate of the cost of the Recovery Act. It now estimates that the Recovery Act will cost $75 billion more than originally estimated - CBO now anticipates that the 2009 Stimulus will increase deficits by $862 billion over ten years.
About Our Calculations
Relative Tax Burden: The share of the total federal income tax paid by everyone in each adjusted gross income group.
Average Taxpayer Share: FOXNews.com is projecting the share of a program's cost for one individual in each specified adjusted gross income category. The projections are based on many assumptions with respect to future income groups, future tax burdens, future federal revenues by source, and other details. The assumptions underlying these projections may be modified from time to time to reflect changed circumstances.
Note for Annual Income $250,000 and Above: The top income category, $250,000 or more, has no upper limit and includes extremely high-income individuals who raise the average share of program costs for most people in this category.
From Fox News;
Enter your income for calculation.
Topic:Economic Stimulus
Total Allocated Cost:$862,000,000,000 *
In February 2009, President Obama signed the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. In early 2009, the Congressional Budget Office estimated that the Recovery Act's combined spending and tax provisions would cost $787 billion. In early 2010, CBO updated its estimate of the cost of the Recovery Act. It now estimates that the Recovery Act will cost $75 billion more than originally estimated - CBO now anticipates that the 2009 Stimulus will increase deficits by $862 billion over ten years.
About Our Calculations
Relative Tax Burden: The share of the total federal income tax paid by everyone in each adjusted gross income group.
Average Taxpayer Share: FOXNews.com is projecting the share of a program's cost for one individual in each specified adjusted gross income category. The projections are based on many assumptions with respect to future income groups, future tax burdens, future federal revenues by source, and other details. The assumptions underlying these projections may be modified from time to time to reflect changed circumstances.
Note for Annual Income $250,000 and Above: The top income category, $250,000 or more, has no upper limit and includes extremely high-income individuals who raise the average share of program costs for most people in this category.
Sunday, April 11, 2010
Demonstrations abound in area
A large number of Tea Party rallies and demonstrations are planned across the country including several in local communities in the area. A large rally is planned on the Boston Common on April 14th. Called the Tea Party Express, several notable speakers are scheduled to appear on the Common including Governor Sarah Palin. The Boston event will take place between 10AM and 1PM near the intersection of Charles and Beacon streets. Attendees from across the region are planning to attend with several travelling by buses to the site.
Medford will be the host City for one of several Tea Party demonstrations that will be held across the State on April 15th. Residents and neighbors from other communities are expected to converge at the heavily traveled intersection of the Fellsway (Rt 28) and Salem Street (Rt 60) between 4PM and 6PM. The largely non-partisan demonstration attracted a sizable number of Republicans, Democrats and Independent voters when a similar protest was held at the same location last year. The purpose of the event is to show the continued and large opposition to changes in the laws by Congress allowing increased government intervention in the lives and liberties of all citizens. Members of Republican Committees and Tea Party Groups in other communities have been advised about the demonstration hoping to further increase participation.
Members of a group calling themselves the 'Lucidicus Project' are planning a protest demonstration in front of Congressman Ed Markey's District Office in Medford Square on April 16th.
Medford will be the host City for one of several Tea Party demonstrations that will be held across the State on April 15th. Residents and neighbors from other communities are expected to converge at the heavily traveled intersection of the Fellsway (Rt 28) and Salem Street (Rt 60) between 4PM and 6PM. The largely non-partisan demonstration attracted a sizable number of Republicans, Democrats and Independent voters when a similar protest was held at the same location last year. The purpose of the event is to show the continued and large opposition to changes in the laws by Congress allowing increased government intervention in the lives and liberties of all citizens. Members of Republican Committees and Tea Party Groups in other communities have been advised about the demonstration hoping to further increase participation.
Members of a group calling themselves the 'Lucidicus Project' are planning a protest demonstration in front of Congressman Ed Markey's District Office in Medford Square on April 16th.
Thursday, April 1, 2010
Chairman's message: Tea Party standout 4/15
Barry Greenspan is leading our effort to organize another Tea Party standout at the corner of Salem Street and (Rt 16) the Fellsway. He has sent out 'Press Releases' to several local papers announcing the "Standout" on April 15th. The event is announced to begin at 4:00PM and end at 6:00PM.
Hand-made signs are great, a few sticks are available. Barry has some topics and phrases for those who need assistance. A few tri-corner hats (if inexpensive and available) would garner attention! Additional suggestions are welcome.
Spread the word - Medford on April 15th.
Bernie
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