Energy in all its forms and health insurance are two of the most rapidly rising costs in most household budgets. Municipal government is no different. Lowering these two items in local government would be a tax stabilizer and would free up public dollars for schools, public safety and other essentials. In 2012 there is an option … Continue reading Lowering Municipal Health Insurance Premiums: New Britain Should Adopt Partnership Plan, Join State Pool
"Free" Trade and Job Loss: The Beat Goes On
From other words: By William A. CollinsMy good jobHas flown away;Lost it to N-A-F-T-A.After years of debate and delay, Congress finally passed those free-trade agreements with South Korea, Colombia, and Panama.There go 159,000 more jobs that we're likely to lose to Seoul after the Korean deal goes into effect on March 15, according to the Economic Policy Institute (EPI). … Continue reading "Free" Trade and Job Loss: The Beat Goes On
New Superintendent Search Missed Key, Controversial Information on Kelt Cooper
Kelt Cooper, the choice of the Board of Education (BOE) to lead New Britain schools, rose to the top of the finalist list based on a good educational resume, accomplishments with English Language Learners and extensive experience in diverse districts in Arizona and Texas. The winnowing process concluded after two days of interviews by advisory … Continue reading New Superintendent Search Missed Key, Controversial Information on Kelt Cooper
What Would a 21st Century Rev. King Be Saying and Doing in 2012?
Our national day to remember the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr.'s birthday is an opportunity to focus and ramp up the political debate in 2012 on "saving the middle class" and addressing "income inequality" that has been, from all reports, getting worse since the early 1970s. Over the last year "Tea Bag" politicians, lavishly funded … Continue reading What Would a 21st Century Rev. King Be Saying and Doing in 2012?
Other Words: The 2012 GOP Vote Suppression Plan
From Other Words: 2 January 2012Disenfranchising Voters is Un-AmericanBuying elections on the one hand and keeping people away from the polls on the other isn't what our democracy is supposed to be about.By William A. CollinsLove my voting,Makes me grin;But these new rules,Won’t let me in.You may not realize just what depths the Republican Party has … Continue reading Other Words: The 2012 GOP Vote Suppression Plan
The Politics of Division: Cafero, GOP Seek To Make 5th Congressional District Less Diverse
The impasse over the redistricting of Connecticut's Congressional political map is jeopardizing New Britain's place as one of the major cities in the 5th Congressional District.Republican Minority Leader Larry Cafero and his GOP cohorts on the stalemated legislative commission want New Britain to vacate the new 5th to join the 1st District where Hartford and … Continue reading The Politics of Division: Cafero, GOP Seek To Make 5th Congressional District Less Diverse
Mayor Uses On-Line Survey To Encourage Participation: Appointments Pending For Boards and Commissions
Democrats, Republicans and Unaffiliated voters — are welcome to submit their names and qualifications to be considered for a nomination to one of the volunteer boards where citizen oversight and participation can make local government more accountable to residents. Over the last week Mayor Tim O’Brien completed his appointments to the city Police Commission. But … Continue reading Mayor Uses On-Line Survey To Encourage Participation: Appointments Pending For Boards and Commissions
In Seeking Support For Senate Murphy Shares a New Britain Story
U.S. Rep. Chris Murphy, in a holiday weekend message seeking support for his Senate bid, shares the story of his mother's upbringing in hardscrabble New Britain.The appeal for support draws a sharp contrast with Republican frontrunner Linda McMahon and the untold millions the former WWE CEO will spend in 2012."Yesterday, like many of you, I … Continue reading In Seeking Support For Senate Murphy Shares a New Britain Story
24th House District Special Election: Sharon, Rick and Mike Vie For the 24th
24th State Rep Nominating Convention Tuesday, 11/29 In NewingtonThe convention to nominate a Democratic candidate for the 24th House District seat vacated by Mayor O'Brien will be held Tuesday, November 29th at 7 p.m. at Newington Town Hall Council Chambers, 131 Cedar Street.Three candidates with considerable public service and legislative experience have emerged to replace … Continue reading 24th House District Special Election: Sharon, Rick and Mike Vie For the 24th
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