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<pubDate>Wed, 20 Aug 2008 19:35:13 EDT</pubDate>
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<title>Happy Birthday, sgarrand - 8/14</title>
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<description><![CDATA[New England Birthday Greetings

uid://151584    

[att=1]Wishing you the best of days.]]></description>
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<pubDate>2008-08-13 21:17:08</pubDate>
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<title>Massachusetts Ballot Questions: Election 2008</title>
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<description><![CDATA[They were just announced today.  

Question 1: Abolish State Income Tax (5.3% flat tax)

Although this would put $3,600 (on average) directly into the bank accounts of the average taxpayer each year, it would wipe out 40% of the state budget and take with it a whole host of social services that we've come to enjoy over the past few decades.  

My position: On the fence.  Need to research more how this will effect the state budget.  Part of me is willing to pay more taxes for the greater good.  

Projected Outcome: Too close to call.  It was put on the ballot a few years back and rejected.  However, with the rising cost of gas, healthcare, food, and everything else these days, the lure of having an immediate 5.3% salary increase may be too much for some to reject this time around. 


Question 2: Decriminalize Marijuana Possession

This would replace criminal penalties for possession of one ounce or less of the drug with civil penalties, making it comparable to a parking ticket.  

My position: Yes.  Let's face it, I am not going to become a hardcore pothead overnight because this passes.  I don't think others will either.  Those who are going to smoke pot are going to do it anyway, no matter what the law says.  So let's start to unclog the court system a little and move on to more important issues.  

Projected Outcome: Yes 60%, No 40%


Question 3: Ban Greyhound Racing

Would place a permanent ban on greyhound racing in Massachusetts.  This has been tried twice before and was defeated both times. 

My position: None. 

Projected Outcome: No 52%, Yes 48%


Let's discuss!]]></description>
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<pubDate>2008-07-10 14:08:07</pubDate>
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<title>Visiting Boston?</title>
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<description><![CDATA[I'm looking to visit Boston from NYC w. gf - both in mid 20s

what's the best time to visit? when school is in session?

what's the best in value way to get to Boston from NYC

what's the best (in value, and etc...) place to stay in the city...

what are the best things to do / to visit ... ?

you get my point - what I'm asking...

Looking forward to your advice...

Thank you...]]></description>
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<pubDate>2008-08-12 15:56:29</pubDate>
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<title>Friday cats</title>
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<pubDate>2008-03-14 18:21:27</pubDate>
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