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Howie Carr: Tania joins DEI Hall of Shame
There are certain jobs you don’t want to get, no matter how prestigious they might seem at first, because once you’re picked, it’s only a matter of time before you’re either disgraced, exiled, imprisoned, or even dead.
For instance, boss of the Gambino Crime Family, anchor of the CBS Evening News, or head terrorist for Hamas, Hezbollah or ISIS.
And to those dead-end jobs, you can add this one:
Latest poster gal for DEI politics in the City of Boston.
Am I right, Tania Fernandes Anderson, the next convicted felon member of the Boston City Council?
She is just the latest in a long line of uber-woke frauds who were the subject of innumerable slobbering agitprop puff pieces in regime-controlled Boston media. She follows in the footsteps of, among others:
Monica Cannon-Grant.
Rachael Rollins.
Dianne Wilkerson.
Claudine Gay.
Kendra Lara.
Tania seemed to have it all going for her. So many “firsts” – first (former) illegal alien, first African-born, first Muslim on the City Council.
And now she becomes the first African illegal alien Muslim to ever be convicted of a felony while serving on the Boston City Council.
Welcome to the DEI Hall of Shame, Tania.
All these crooked, corrupt flame-outs follow pretty much the same pattern. They’ve all been coddled and pampered by guilt-ridden rich white liberals all their lives to the point that they assume everything will be handed to them, as long as they scream “Racism!” loud enough.
Every one of these race grifters has taken the scams to new levels, but TFA absolutely tried to shoot the moon.
Think about Julia Mejia, Boston city councilor but a mere runner-up in these sweepstakes. She too is a first – “the first Afro-Latina to sit on the Boston City Council.”
Anyway, Julia Mejia’s mother was “undocumented.” That’s a resume-enhancer in modern Boston politics. But wait, Tanya can top that – she herself came into the country to go on welfare as an illegal alien.
She didn’t become a US citizen until 2019, although by then she’d enjoyed the usual Democrat career trajectory of welfare masquerading as jobs – counselor, service coordinator, outreach manager, intervention provider, etc. etc.
Whatever any of her rivals for Victim of the Year could claim, Tania can top.
Ayanna Pressley, city councilor turned Squad Congresswoman, married a jailbird who did 10 years for drug crimes.
But Tania beat Ayanna easily on the marriage front – she got hitched to a first-degree convicted murderer. And for a bonus, her bloodthirsty husband’s first name is Tanzerious, which is so much more street than Ayanna’s ex-con husband, Conan Harris.
In these DEI sweepstakes, you need to have a memorable quote that everyone always remembers.
For Julia Mejia, the first Afro-Latin, etc., it’s this message she delivered on social media:
“For those of you who are wondering if I am using drugs, answer is absolutely not!”
As for Tania, who can ever forget her immortal shriek at City Hall after she was forced to fire her sister and her son from their $140,000 worth of hack jobs because of the evil white man’s anti-nepotism laws:
“What the bleep does a black woman have to do on this bleeping Council to get some respect as a black woman?”
She was just honoring the tradition of her community – the Boston community that she flopped into for a free lifetime ride, not the one that she really comes from, which is Africa.
Tania is going to prison for grabbing $7,000 cash in a bathroom at City Hall – a kickback from one of her other relatives that she hired and then gave a “bonus” to.
In that, Tania was following in the footsteps of one of her predecessors as Roxbury city councilor – Chuck “Superfly” Turner, who grabbed a grand and was lugged to Club Fed. Another racist frame!
As a female crooked DEI pol, Tania’s crime mimicked ex-Sen. Dianne Wilkerson from, where else, Roxbury. She was recorded on an FBI camera stuffing $1,000 into her bra.
They’re all from the 02120 zip code. And they all end up with a different kind of number, from the Bureau of Prisons (BOP). Wilkerson’s was 21757-038. Turner’s was 80641-038.
Like Tania, Wilkerson was continuing a tradition in her Second Suffolk Senate District – being a jailbird. She was the third convicted pol in a row to serve as the solon from Roxbury. Two other thugs, Bill Owens and Royal Bolling Sr., had swapped the seat back and forth for decades before she gave Roxbury yet another of its perennial “fresh starts.”
The name Kendra Lara is now fading from political memory. She retired from the Boston City Council after a brief and shining moment when she was the poster gal for Boston DEI Politics.
It was 2023 and she crashed into a house in JP while driving an unregistered, uninsured, uninspected vehicle with no driver’s license.
She’s lucky she wasn’t charged with impersonating an illegal alien? And did I mention that Councilor Lara’s son, who was injured, is named Zaire. Good name! Almost as good as Tania’s second son (not by Tanzerious). He goes by Shah Mohammed.
Kendra could have been a contender. After all, her c.v. included a stint as “Director of Radical Philanthropy” at some place. She was “anchored by a socialist vision.”
But Kendra was soon gone, much like Marilyn Moseby. Remember her? She was a Dorchester girl, moved to Baltimore and became the top prosecutor in that failed city before she became… a convicted felon.
METCO Marilyn went down on mortgage fraud and perjury raps. Dorchester Proud!
But the queen, I think, remains Monica Cannon-Grant. She had the BLM franchise to steal in Boston. And she remains at large – the new date for her federal trial on corruption charges involving more than $1 million in fraud and thievery is Oct. 25.
Everyone mentioned above has gotten innumerable wet kisses and sob stories from the ladies who lunch who now dominate the Boston “news” media. But Monica Cannon-Grant was the capo di tutti fraudi.
She was the Boston Globe’s “Bostonian of the Year.”
Boston Magazine dubbed her “the best social justice advocate in Boston?”
The Boston Celtics called her “a hero among us.”
Tania was plenty crooked, but she’s never risen to the level (or the weight) of Monica Cannon-Grant. The Globe will never name her Bostonian of the Year. The month, maybe, but not the year.
So farewell then Tania Fernandes Anderson. In her first campaign, she pledged “affordable housing” for her constituents. Now she’s gonna get some, complements of the Bureau of Prisons.
Write when you get your BOP number, Tania, and once you’re incarcerated, maybe you can arrange for some conjugal visits with your better half and fellow jailbird, Tanzerious Anderson.
Look on the bright side. After a few months, you’ll get sprung and Trump will deport your shiftless Third World rear end right back to Africa where you belong.
Tanzerious, on the other hand, is doing life without parole.
Boston Proud!
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What should have been a quiet off-day for the Boston Red Sox has devolved into chaos.
Chief baseball officer Craig Breslow was the subject of a profile article in The Boston Globe that didn’t paint a sunny picture of his tenure, including a tough nugget about his relationship with legend Theo Epstein. But Breslow’s harshest critic of the day was probably the father of one of his ex-players.
St. Louis Cardinals pitcher Hunter Dobbins made his second major league appearance on Sunday since being traded from the Red Sox in the deal that brought Willson Contreras to Boston. After Dobbins pitched well and featured his sinker more than expected, his father Lance Dobbins took to social media to excoriate the Red Sox and Breslow.
Lance Dobbins’ latest comments harsher than the first
We covered Lance Dobbins’ initial comments from late Sunday night that seemed to be directed at the Red Sox organization already on Boston Red Sox On SI. But on Monday evening, the elder Dobbins reentered the fray to absolve pitching coach Andrew Bailey of any blame, effectively throwing Breslow under the bus.
When asked if Breslow replacing Chaim Bloom as chief baseball officer led to Hunter throwing less sinkers and fewer four-seam fastballs in the Red Sox organization, Lance responded with this:
Yes! In Bailey’s defense he wanted the addition, but people behind computers make those decisions. The coaching staff is literally working with one hand tied behind their backs. Driveline is the answer to everything, but winning games! Ask yourself, why are so many of our guys…
— Lance Dobbins (@lpdobbins) June 1, 2026
“Yes! In Bailey’s defense he wanted the addition, but people behind computers make those decisions. The coaching staff is literally working with one hand tied behind their backs. Driveline is the answer to everything, but winning games!
“Ask yourself, why are so many of our guys always injured (pitchers and position players), it’s not by pure bad luck. Pitchers are having constant issues and hitters are always hurting hands and wrist. It’s not a league wide problem. It has to be fixed or we’ll never win because half of our starters will always be on the IL.”
That last point has to hit home for the Red Sox because star outfielder Roman Anthony (who debuted in the majors a couple of months after Hunter Dobbins) has now had two long-lasting injuries that occurred on swings — an oblique strain in September that ended his season prematurely, and a partially torn finger ligament that has held him out of action since May 4, with no end in sight.
Monday just wasn’t a good day in the public relations department for the Red Sox front office, or for Breslow in particular. But it’s worth noting that Dobbins has only made two appearances in a Cardinals uniform, allowing four earned runs in eight innings, taking a loss and earning a save.
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I hope everyone had a lovely holiday weekend. We visited friends in Wells, Maine and then explored nearby Ogunquit (recently named the best beach town in New England by Boston.com readers). Though the weather wasn’t the best, outdoor dining was still hopping and the streets were full of people. It’s always a good vibe in Ogunquit.
This week, I’m writing about two New England towns named among the most welcoming in America, a first-of-its-kind remote terminal for Logan Airport, the oldest continuous 4th of July celebration in the nation, Boston Duck Tour discounts, and more.
These New England towns roll out the welcome mat
If you’re looking for a happy getaway, two New England towns were just named on a World Atlas list of 12 of the most welcoming towns in America: Bar Harbor, Maine and Burlington, Vermont. Both are hosting free festivals and other community events this summer, adding even more reasons for a Maine or Vermont escape this season.
Need a ride? Consider a seasonal train
I’m a big fan of train travel because it’s relaxing and stress free. The CapeFlyer between Boston and Cape Cod resumed this past weekend and the Berkshire Flyer between the Berkshires and New York City starts back up on June 12 (with expanded service).
Attend the oldest continuous 4th of July celebration in America
Believe it or not, Independence Day is just around the corner and one of the best celebrations in America is in Bristol, R.I., according to USA Today. The publication just named the Bristol Fourth of July Celebration among the best 4th of July celebrations in the nation (fun fact: this will be its 241st year).
Travel tips:
- Logan Airport passengers flying JetBlue and Delta Air Lines can soon skip airport security lines and go straight to their gate by using a first-of-its-kind remote terminal in Framingham, opening June 1.
- Celebrate America’s 250th birthday at Weir Farm National Historical Park in Ridgefield, Conn., the only national park dedicated to American painting, on June 14 (Flag Day) by attending the free event Art is Revolutionary. Guests will enjoy live music, plein air demonstrations, open house tours, refreshments, and art making activities.
Deals and steals:
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- Celebrate the 140th anniversary of Basin Harbor Resort & Boat Club in Vergennes, Vermont by booking the Summer Starts Early package, which takes 25% off weekdays and 10% off weekends on three-night stays taking place through June 18.
- Taking a Boston Duck Tour? Save up to $10 per ticket on tours departing before 10 a.m. by using the discount code EARLYDUCK. The discount is valid for online purchases only.
- Traveling by train? Save up to 60% off eight tickets on Amtrak when booking Amtrak Share Fares by using the code V291 on the Amtrak app. A two-day advance purchase is required.
I’ll leave you with this photo I took of the sunrise in Wells, Maine.
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Whether you’re traveling this week or planning your next escape, enjoy the journey.
— Kristi
BEACH BASH Head to Revere for its fifth annual Beach Pride Celebration. The outdoor seaside party — in case of rain, revelers will relocate to the Marriott’s Springhill Suites — will feature face-painting, a photo booth, and live DJ and drag performances. Bring your (most sand-friendly) dancing shoes. June 28, 1-6 p.m. Free. Waterfront Square, 500 Ocean Ave, Revere. revere.org
DANCING QUEENS Somerville returns for their annual “Big Gay Dance Party,” featuring drag performances, music from DJ Live, and LGBTQ organizations tabling. This year’s event is themed “Gender Euphoria,” and the organizers encourage guests to dress up whatever makes the feel the most like themselves. June 27, 4:30-8:30 p.m. Free. Union Square Plaza, 90 Union Sq., Somerville. somervilleartscouncil.org/events
PRIDE RIDE Bike lovers, put on your helmets for a community ride celebrating Pride. The Cycle Loft shop hosts a cruise down Vine Brook and Minuteman Bikeway. They will also offer free snacks, drinks, stickers, and temporary tattoos. June 7, 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Free. Cycle Loft, 43 Middlesex Turnpike, Burlington. trekbikes.com/cycle-loft
ZOO-TIFUL Spend a family day among giraffes, red pandas, flamingos and more. In celebration of Father’s Day, dads will get in for free to the Stone Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo. Tickets are required for all other attendees and can be purchased online or in person. June 21, 9 a.m.- 6 p.m. Free for fathers. Franklin Park Zoo, 1 Franklin Park Rd. and Stone Zoo, 149 Pond St., Stoneham. zoonewengland.org
DRAWINGS FOR DAD Need a no-cost (but from the heart) present for pops? Head to the Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library for their Father’s Day Crafts event. The library will provide all materials to make cards and other paper crafts. June 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Free. Hyde Park Branch of the Boston Public Library, 35 Harvard Ave., Hyde Park. bpl.bibliocommons.com/events
SYMPHONIC SUNDAY Boston Modern Orchestra Project (BMOP) hosts a free Father’s Day Concert at New England Conservatory’s Jordan Hall. Conducted by BMOP artistic director Gil Rose, the ensemble will play works composed by modern American composers, including “Miami Variations” from Pulitzer Prize winner Paul Moravec, “History of the World” by John Aylward, and Avner Dorman’s concerto “Inner Fire,” featuring cellist Kristina Reiko Cooper. June 21, 7-9 p.m. Free. Jordan Hall, New England Conservatory of Music, 30 Gainsborough St. bmop.org
FOOD FEST For the foodie fathers, head over to the Rose Kennedy Greenway for an Asian Food Festival. Attendees can purchase street food, bubble tea, desserts, grilled items, and a variety of other items from different Asian cultures. The event will also feature free entertainment, including Taekwondo demonstrations, cultural dance performances, and a guest Japanese singer. For brewery lovers, the event will also feature a beer garden from Thai company Singha Beer featuring games and merchandise giveaways. June 20, 11 a.m.-7 p.m. and June 21, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Free. Rose Kennedy Greenway. rosekennedygreenway.org
FAMILY FUN Enjoy the warmer weather at MIT Open Space’s summer party. The outdoor event will feature free soft serve ice cream, herb planting with a horticulturist, a drop-in sketching activity with Blue Mouse Gallery art school, and a performance from the Continuum Dance Project. June 24, 12-2 p.m. Free. Kendall/MIT Open Space, 292 Main St., Cambridge. openspace.mit.edu
BANDS AND BREWS Bask in the sunshine with live music, cornhole, and Giant Jenga at Sam Summer Saturdays. Each week, a musician will take the stage at the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery beer garden. Artists scheduled to perform this month include Pittsfield singer-songwriter Autumn Phoenix (June 6 and 27) and R&B and soul artist Tenille Ja’Nae (June 13 and 20). For seasonal eat and drink, attendees can purchase burgers, hot dogs, and Samuel Adams summer ale. Multiple dates, 1-4 p.m. Free. Samuel Adams Boston Brewery, 30 Germania St. samadamsbostonbrewery.com
ANCHORS AWAY For the aspiring sea captains in your life, Charlestown Marina and Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina invite families to board a ship, make nautical bracelets, and meet representatives from local sailing schools and clubs during their Massachusetts Kids Boating and Fishing Week celebrations. Attendees at Charlestown Marina can also enjoy hot dogs, hamburgers, and chips. Charlestown Marina: June 6, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Pier 6, 1 8th St. Boston Harbor Shipyard and Marina: June 7, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 256 Marginal St. Free. masskidsboatingday.org
SUMMER SOLSTICE Mount Auburn Cemetery celebrates the longest day of the year with meditations, live music, and more. Throughout the day, the cemetery will host both free and ticketed activities. No-cost events include an outdoor meditation in the facility’s Hazel Dell (registration required) and a bat net demonstration from Tufts University biology instructor Dr. Chris Richardson. The celebration ends with a pay-what-you-can performance of Celtic and Middle Eastern inspired music from guitarist Ira Klein, the cemetery’s artist in residence, and fiddle player Cate Byrne. June 21, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Free. Mount Auburn Cemetery, 580 Mount Auburn St, Cambridge. mountauburn.org
GREENWAY GAINS The Rose Kennedy Greenway becomes a free fitness hub this season. From parkour to children’s yoga, the park offers something for everyone. Additional classes include mat pilates, Zumba, yoga, barre, and HIIT workouts. Multiple dates and locations. Free. rosekennedygreenway.org
WATERSIDE WORKOUTS Put on your gym clothes and head to South Boston for a waterfront fitness workout. Sessions include dance workouts, yoga (bring your own mat), and revamp training, a method that combines resistance band exercises, cardio dance, and bodyweight workouts. Multiple dates, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Free. 9 World Trade Center Ave. massport.com/community/events
PARK SERIES During the summer, Boston Parks hosts daily outdoor fitness classes in locations like the Frog Pond, Hynes Playground, and Christopher Columbus Park. Workouts include yoga, Zumba, dance fitness, strength training, and tai chi. Multiple dates and locations. Free, registration recommended. boston.gov/events
SUFFOLK DOWNS SWEAT The Blue Line Flex series returns to Suffolk Downs. From June to September, the Yard at Beachmont Square will host a variety of fitness classes every Tuesday and Thursday from local fitness studios and instructors. Offerings include pilates, yoga, boxing, cardio dance, and high intensity interval training. Saturday sessions will also feature music from a DJ. Multiple dates, Tuesdays, 6 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. Free, registration required. The Yard at Beachmont Square, 10 Suffolk Downs Blvd., Revere. atsuffolkdowns.com
Annie Sarlin can be reached at annie.sarlin@globe.com. Follow her on Instagram @anniesarlinjournalism.
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