Michael J Wade
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On the article Quick Look: Lotus Xpress Restaurant Opens on East Broadway
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On the article Something Sweet Without Wheat to Open Tuesday
Michael J Wade
11:45 am on Wednesday, February 13, 2013
ReplyNicole and I are totally going to check this out this weekend.
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On the article What's Your New Year's Resolution for Somerville?
Michael J Wade
5:39 pm on Wednesday, January 2, 2013
ReplyI would like for Winter Hill to see some of the development and prosperity that has benefited other neighborhoods.
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On the Blog Post Merry Christmas
Michael J Wade
10:10 am on Monday, November 12, 2012
ReplyBrian, your behavior exactly matches the dictionary's definition of bigot: "A person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices".
I match my greeting with the recipient. If I am aware of their practice of Christmas, then I certainly use it. Otherwise, I pass on the seasonal greeting altogether.
Our society is rapidly moving toward a majority minority nation. According to the 2010 census, more than half of all babies born here were minorities.
In my opinion, it's insensitive to stick to a greeting that perpetuates a belief system onto people who don't believe.
Brian, by your logic, saying Happy Holidays is bigoted against Christians, well that's narrow sighted. Saying "Merry Christmas" to people of other religions can be considered bigoted against them, so the safest thing to do is tailor your greeting or keep to something non-specific.
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On the article Readers Like Whole Foods, Don't Want it to Replace Johnnie's Foodmaster
Michael J Wade
10:07 am on Friday, October 26, 2012
ReplyLooks like the fix is in. Whole Foods is coming to Somerville. http://somerville.patch.com/articles/somerville-s-beacon-street-foodmaster-to-become-a-whole-foods
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On the article Should 1950s-Era Overpasses Come Down?
Michael J Wade
11:06 am on Tuesday, August 28, 2012
In the 40's the population was 25,000 more than it is now.
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On the Blog Post The Dream Team
Michael J Wade
1:01 pm on Monday, August 27, 2012
ReplyBrian,
To be clear, are you suggesting that our current president is an illegal alien? Please answer carefully, as what you say will affect whether I ever listen to another word you say until the end of time.
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On the article Boston Restauranteurs Largely Against Lifting Happy Hour Ban
Michael J Wade
12:55 pm on Monday, August 27, 2012
ReplyHappy Hour in Boston is a bad idea. There have been numerous studies (like the one Jonah references) that prove that not only is excessive alcohol consumption linked to alcohol prices, but that over consumption leads to increases in alcohol related injuries and deaths. While I can appreciate that local businesses would like access to this new facet of the market, it just doesn't hold up to the safety concerns involved.
I have nothing against the safe and responsible enjoyment of alcoholic beverages outside of the home, but this business model would only encourage and enable unsafe situations which exceed the benefit gained by the business.
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On the article Should 1950s-Era Overpasses Come Down?
Michael J Wade
12:42 pm on Monday, August 27, 2012
ReplyTear the thing down yesterday. It's a relic of the olden days when Somerville was nothing more than a drive-thru for making life more convenient for Boston commuters. We need something that will better server the community where it resides.
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On the article Tonight: Learn About the Reconstruction of Lower Broadway
Michael J Wade
9:25 am on Monday, August 13, 2012
ReplyI think this is a great idea. I wish it would extend up Broadway into Winter Hill.
Michael J Wade
6:33 am on Wednesday, February 20, 2013
It's really great seeing this eyesore turned into something. I'll have to stop by and check it out.