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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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Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

Fact VS Freakout: A Sanity Checklist

November 3, 2024
An old friend of mine just told me of the issues driving voters in this presidential election. And by “voters,” he means, the dudes in his golf foursome. Steve is a smart guy. He keeps… Read More
Yes, It Matters

Yes, It Matters

November 3, 2024
We’ve heard it before, from cynical friends, family, and co-workers: “Why bother to vote? It doesn’t matter.” And in recent years, it can feel like that’s the case. The… Read More
The Bullies among Us

The Bullies among Us

October 11, 2024
Ever since Donald Trump came down the escalator in 2015, he’s attracted bullies. At his rallies, he encouraged audience members to rough up protestors. He told cops to “not be too… Read More
The Stench on the Bench

The Stench on the Bench

October 11, 2024
The last few years have been like being on a rollercoaster that’s careening on a 240-year-old track held together by duct tape and Krazy Glue. We’ve told ourselves that the relentless… Read More
Time (Again) For the Electoral College to Go

Time (Again) For the Electoral College to Go

October 11, 2024
The electoral college system is like the cicada: it crops up every four years to annoy voters with its power to override the popular vote in favor of arcane calculations that minimize the influence… Read More
We Need a Media Makeover

We Need a Media Makeover

October 11, 2024
“The lowest form of popular culture - lack of information, misinformation, disinformation, and a contempt for the truth or the reality of most people's lives - has overrun real journalism.… Read More
The He-Man Woman-Hater’s Club

The He-Man Woman-Hater’s Club

September 17, 2024
When I was in 4th grade, my classmates played a crude game we called “War.” Boys lined up on one side of the playground, girls on the other. At a signal, both sides ran headfirst towards… Read More
Happy Warriors (And Why We Need Them)

Happy Warriors (And Why We Need Them)

September 17, 2024
“Does anybody remember laughter?” So uttered singer Robert Plant during a Led Zeppelin show at Madison Square Garden in 1976. Yes, it’s pretty 70s cringe (as even Plant admits), but… Read More
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Governor Lamont Reminds Individuals and Businesses: There's Two Weeks Left to Apply for Federal Disaster Assistance From August Floods

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
November 6, 2024
HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont today is reminding homeowners, renters, and businessowners in Fairfield County, Litchfield County, and New Haven County that there are two weeks left to apply for… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Open Enrollment for Coverage With Access Health CT Has Begun and Runs Through January 15

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
November 1, 2024
Access Health CT’s Open Enrollment Period is November 1, 2024, to January 15, 2025 HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont and Insurance Commissioner Andrew N. Mais today announced that the open… Read More

Governor Lamont Announces Launch of 2025 Teen Safe Driving Video Contest Hosted by the Connecticut DMV and Travelers

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
November 1, 2024
Students Can Submit Entries Now Through February 3, 2025; Up to $26,000 in Prizes Available HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont today announced that teenage students and high schools in Connecticut… Read More

Governor Lamont Directs Flags To Half-Staff Monday in Honor of Botsford Fire Rescue Assistant Chief Pete Blomberg

From: Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont
November 1, 2024
HARTFORD, CT - Governor Ned Lamont today announced that he is directing U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half-staff from sunrise to sunset on Monday, November 4, 2024, in honor of… Read More

The End (of the Election) is Near! and State Rep Candidate Rebecca Martinez

November 1, 2024
Insulting Puerto Rico is no way to win over voters, especially in Connecticut. We talk about the horrifying rhetoric coming from the Trump campaign, assess the “vibes” of key races in CT,… Read More
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