Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow

With Russian forces crossing over to Crimea this weekend, concerns grow about an outbreak of hostilities between the new Ukrainian government and Russia. That is especially so among families in New Britain's Ukrainian-American community that includes three parishes and an estimated 3,000 residents.Chris MurphyU.S. Senator Chris Murphy and other senators of the Foreign Relations Committee … Continue reading Murphy Joins Other Senators In Support Of New Ukrainian Government Threatened By Moscow

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It May Be A "Magic Bus" After All: NB As The Center Of Rapid Transit

CT Fastraks -- called the "magic bus" to critics such as former Governor John Rowland -- will start rolling 12 months from now (February 2015) on the 9.3-mile rail right of way from New Britain to Hartford. The New Britain Herald's Scott Whipple previews the potential of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) for New Britain folks … Continue reading It May Be A "Magic Bus" After All: NB As The Center Of Rapid Transit

Tim O’Brien: A Call To Renew Rev. King’s Work For Economic Justice

By Tim O'BrienThis weekend, our nation, state and communities celebrate and remember the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and his accomplishments. It is a time when I have always felt inspired by his work, as a leader, and by the movement that he embodies. No Martin Luther King Day passes without me feeling emboldened … Continue reading Tim O’Brien: A Call To Renew Rev. King’s Work For Economic Justice

Mayor Hires GOP Chair: SEEC Complaint Involving Peter Steele For Campaigning From Mayor’s Office Still Under Investigation

"Oh. What a tangled web we weave when first we practice to deceive." - Sir Walter ScottIn her campaign for Mayor last fall Erin Stewart was critical of Tim O'Brien for rewarding political friends while in office. As Ms. Stewart said last year, she wanted to "take the city back from political cronyism."In her first … Continue reading Mayor Hires GOP Chair: SEEC Complaint Involving Peter Steele For Campaigning From Mayor’s Office Still Under Investigation

ALEC: Buying Influence and Tilting Laws Against Solar Energy

Let the Sun Shine InWhy would the ALEC network of state-level lobbyists want to make solar energy cost-prohibitive for homeowners and businesses?By Isaiah J. PooleNow the Koch brothers are coming after my solar panels.I had solar panels installed on the roof of our Washington, D.C. home this year. My household took advantage of a generous tax … Continue reading ALEC: Buying Influence and Tilting Laws Against Solar Energy

DEMOS Report: A Higher Wage Is Possible

From http://www.demos.orgThere is enormous public support for increasing the minimum wage in recognition of deep recessions and income equality. DEMOS' new report shares how it can be done:November 19, 2013|Catherine Ruetschlin,Amy TraubAmerican workers are working harder for less, with productivity rising but living standards stagnant or declining.1At the same time, stock market wealth and incomes … Continue reading DEMOS Report: A Higher Wage Is Possible

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It's a week and a November 22nd when every Baby Boomer is going to tell you where they were and I am no exception.At age 13, I was in Mrs Sonigan's 7th grade speech class when the class abruptly ended at Pickering Junior High near Wyoma Square in Lynn, Massachusetts. This was just one year … Continue reading 11-22-63

Other Words: Food Stamp Cuts Will Stoke Hunger

A commentary from former Norwalk Mayor Bill Collins and Emily Schartz Greco on the GOP's move to feed the wealthy and starve the poor.....Food Stamp Cuts Will Stoke HungerFrom http://www.otherwords.org Food Stamp Cuts Will Stoke HungerDemand for SNAP benefits won't retreat until the economic recovery stops benefitting only the richest AmericansBy Emily Schwartz Greco and William A. CollinsWould … Continue reading Other Words: Food Stamp Cuts Will Stoke Hunger

Republican Push Poll Called "Desperate" and "Misleading" By New Britain DTC

The Stewart for Mayor campaign, devoid of substantive ideas and relying on out of town interests such as Waterbury-based absentee landlord group, is headed for the gutter and negative campaigning, according the New Britain DTC as the campaign enters its final two weekends.In this week's post at http://www.newbritaindemocrat.org reports are surfacing about push poll tactics … Continue reading Republican Push Poll Called "Desperate" and "Misleading" By New Britain DTC