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DemJones on Aug 23, 2022 8:01 AM
Progressives must NOT sit out this year's midterm elections! This election is far too important, both for the party and the country. Make sure to get involved these next two months - volunteer at a phone bank, write post cards supporting… See Comments
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Camp Cruelty

Camp Cruelty

July 15, 2025
“What distinguishes a concentration camp from a prison (in the modern sense) is that it functions outside of a judicial system. The prisoners are not indicted or convicted of any crime by… Read More
It Is Happening Here

It Is Happening Here

July 14, 2025
A few months back, I had a conversation with someone who rolled her eyes at the notion that Donald Trump is acting like Hitler. Even as he was trying to stifle the press, control the justice system,… Read More
Who Are Those Masked Men?

Who Are Those Masked Men?

July 13, 2025
Back in the day, many heroes wore masks: Batman, the Lone Ranger, Iron Man. Sadly, we’re in an era of another kind of mask, the kind that “Halloween’s” Michael Myers favored,… Read More
The Madness of King Donald

The Madness of King Donald

July 12, 2025
He exhibited signs of mania and wildly erratic behavior, lashing out at anyone and everyone around him. He made terrible political decisions, humiliating his country and weakening it on the world… Read More
Corruption In

Corruption In "Plane" Sight

July 11, 2025
Abe Lincoln was offered a herd of elephants. In 1880, Queen Victoria sent President Rutherford Hayes a beautiful desk made from the salvaged timbers of the HMS Resolute (which is still used in the… Read More
Ice, Ice Baby

Ice, Ice Baby

May 12, 2025
Donald Trump seems to have a thing for making others suffer. In his first administration, he made a big show of separating children – including nursing babies – from their migrant… Read More
Down The Memory Hole

Down The Memory Hole

May 11, 2025
Since the Trump administration came back into power, there’s been a concerted effort to “disappear” all kinds of historical facts and figures in our country. Trump brays that DEI… Read More
“First They Came For…”

“First They Came For…”

May 10, 2025
He attempted a coup. When it failed, he embarked on a brash campaign of revenge and retribution. With a deep sense of grievance among the population, the environment was ripe for his message. He took… Read More
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Governor Lamont Breaks Ground on New Train Station in Naugatuck as Part of Major Upgrades to Waterbury Branch Line

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 18, 2025
Renderings of the new Naugatuck train station, which is scheduled to open in summer 2027. NAUGATUCK, CT - Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Transportation Commissioner Garrett Eucalitto on July… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Agreement To Support Community Health Centers With Boost To Medicaid Reimbursement Rates

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 16, 2025
HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont and Connecticut Department of Social Services Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves today announced that the Lamont administration has reached an agreement with the 17… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces State Grants To Protect 2,270 Acres of Open Space and Create Six New Community Green Spaces

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 15, 2025
HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont on July 15 announced that his administration is awarding $14.3 million in state funding to aid in the purchase and protection of more than 2,270 acres of open space… Read More

Governor Lamont Activates Extreme Hot Weather Protocol Beginning Tuesday Afternoon

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 14, 2025
Cooling Centers Will Open and Can be Located by Visiting 211ct.org or Calling 2-1-1 HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont on July 14 announced that due to a weather forecast indicating that… Read More

Governor Lamont Signs Legislation Requiring Connecticut To Preserve Existing Water Fluoridation Standards; Local Dentists Cheer New State Law

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
July 14, 2025
HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont on July 14 announced that he has signed legislation enacting a new state law requiring public water systems in Connecticut to maintain the existing levels of… Read More
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