The Southeast Connecticut World Affairs Council (SECWAC) has announced that Andrew J. Bacevich – the prominent U.S. foreign policy critic and New York Times best-selling author – will deliver a presentation based on his most recent book, “America’s War for the Greater Middle East” at Connecticut College in New London on Monday, Nov. 14. Bacevich’s talk will offer a searing … [Read more...] about NYT Best-Selling Author, Prominent Foreign Policy Critic to Speak on ‘America’s War for Greater Middle East,’ Nov. 14
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State Senate Candidate Norm Needleman Endorsed by Women’s Health Groups
Yesterday, Norm Needleman announced the endorsements of women’s health groups Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut PAC and NARAL Pro-Choice Connecticut PAC in his State Senate campaign in the 33rd District. Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut PAC (PPV!CT PAC) is committed to supporting and endorsing pro-reproductive rights, pro-family planning candidates for state office. … [Read more...] about State Senate Candidate Norm Needleman Endorsed by Women’s Health Groups
Republican State Sen. Linares, Democratic Challenger Needleman Spar in 33rd Senate District Debate
Republican State Senator Art Linares of Westbrook and his Democratic challenger, Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman, sparred Monday in a public debate for the 33rd Senate District contest. More than 150 voters from the 12 district towns turned out for the 90-minute debate held in the auditorium at Valley Regional High School in Deep River, with the question of which … [Read more...] about Republican State Sen. Linares, Democratic Challenger Needleman Spar in 33rd Senate District Debate
Essex First Selectman Opposes State Takeover of Local Health Departments, Denounces New Cost to Small Towns; Lyme First Selectman Eno Agrees
The following is a press release from Norm Needleman's campaign office that we received this morning: Today, State Senate candidate and local businessman Norm Needleman spoke out against the yet-to-be-announced state takeover of local health departments. Needleman opposes the top-down, behind-the-scenes process which includes the elimination of local health departments, the … [Read more...] about Essex First Selectman Opposes State Takeover of Local Health Departments, Denounces New Cost to Small Towns; Lyme First Selectman Eno Agrees
Old Lyme Debate Sees Linares, Needleman Disagree Sharply on Some Issues, Agree on Others
The candidates vying for the 33rd State Senate District seat met last night in front of a relatively small audience of around 75 in the somewhat rarefied atmosphere of Lyme-Old Lyme High School (LOLHS). Rarefied because not a single resident of Old Lyme can vote for either candidate since Old Lyme is part of the 20th State Senate District currently represented by Republican … [Read more...] about Old Lyme Debate Sees Linares, Needleman Disagree Sharply on Some Issues, Agree on Others
Are You Hardwired to Vote for Clinton or Trump? Take a Survey to Help a Researcher Find Out …
Paul D. Tieger, an author and internationally recognized expert on Personality Type and voting behavior, has launched a unique survey, which looks at the 2016 presidential race in an entirely new light -- how our innate Personality Type may be the stealth factor that determines the next leader of the free world. Why are so many people -- on the left and the right -- … [Read more...] about Are You Hardwired to Vote for Clinton or Trump? Take a Survey to Help a Researcher Find Out …
Lyme First Selectman Eno (R) Endorses Needleman (D) for State Senate
Yesterday, Lyme Republican First Selectman Ralph Eno endorsed Democratic State Senate Candidate Norm Needleman. “Although I generally try to avoid all things political, given the state of affairs at the state level, I’ve decided to be more public in terms of of the upcoming state senate race,” said Eno. “Norm has my unequivocal support.” Eno, a Republican, has served as the … [Read more...] about Lyme First Selectman Eno (R) Endorses Needleman (D) for State Senate
Sen. Linares Presented With a 2016 “Children’s Champion” Award
In a Sept. 8 ceremony at the start of a Middlesex Coalition for Children meeting at deKoven House in Middletown, Sen. Art Linares was presented with a 2016 “Children’s Champion” award by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance for his leadership on issues related to Connecticut’s young children. The other local legislators honored at the same ceremony were Sen. Len Fasano, … [Read more...] about Sen. Linares Presented With a 2016 “Children’s Champion” Award
CT Early Childhood Alliance Names Sen. Linares a 2016 “Children’s Champion”
AREAWIDE -- Sen. Art Linares has been named a 2016 “Children’s Champion” by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance for his leadership on issues related to Connecticut’s young children. Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance (www.earlychildhoodalliance.com) is committed to improving outcomes in the areas of learning, health, safety and economic security for children ages … [Read more...] about CT Early Childhood Alliance Names Sen. Linares a 2016 “Children’s Champion”
CT Port Authority Chair Tells Lower CT River Local Officials, “We’re All on One Team”
There was an overarching message both throughout the Connecticut Port Authority’s (CPA) meeting in Old Lyme’s Town Hall Thursday afternoon and during a subsequent boat ride on the MV 'Victoria' for members and local officials on the Connecticut River. It was, in the words of CPA Chairman Scott Bates, that, “We’re absolutely committed to river communities.” In addition, … [Read more...] about CT Port Authority Chair Tells Lower CT River Local Officials, “We’re All on One Team”
Carney Achieves 100 Percent Voting Record in 2016 Legislative Session
State Rep. Devin Carney registered a 100 percent voting record during the 2016 legislative session and was present for all 313 votes taken on the House floor, according to recently released data from the House Clerk’s office. Perfect attendance is very difficult to achieve, with only 32% of legislators able to do so this year. Carney, serving his first term representing the … [Read more...] about Carney Achieves 100 Percent Voting Record in 2016 Legislative Session
Carney Receives Unanimous Endorsement for Second Term from Republicans
State Rep. Devin Carney received a unanimous endorsement from delegates representing the Republican Town Committees of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook at the 23rd District Convention on Monday. “I am incredibly honored for this endorsement to serve a second term at the State Capitol. Serving my constituents in Hartford has been the greatest honor of my life, but … [Read more...] about Carney Receives Unanimous Endorsement for Second Term from Republicans
Republicans Nominate Art Linares for Third Term in 33rd Senate District
Republicans Tuesday nominated incumbent State Senator Art Linares of Westbrook for a third term in the 12-town 33rd Senate District. Linares was the unanimous choice of about 45 delegates and alternates gathered for the nominating convention at the Old Town Hall in East Haddam. Linares is facing a challenge in the Nov. 8 vote from Democratic First Selectman Norman … [Read more...] about Republicans Nominate Art Linares for Third Term in 33rd Senate District
Essex First Selectman Needleman to Declare State Senate Candidacy Today, Challenging Linares
Essex First Selectman Norman Needleman (D) will announce his candidacy for the 33rd State Senate District at a press conference to be held Tuesday, May 3, at 5 p.m. in the Gelston House in East Haddam. Needleman, a Democrat who is currently serving his second two-year term as Essex First Selectman, will challenge incumbent Art Linares (R), who is completing his second … [Read more...] about Essex First Selectman Needleman to Declare State Senate Candidacy Today, Challenging Linares
Clinton, Trump Win in Both Lyme, Old Lyme
Reflecting statewide results, Donald Trump and Hilary Clinton were the winners in both the Lyme and Old Lyme primaries. Republican Trump's margin of victory over runner-up John Kasich in Lyme was only seven votes but in Old Lyme, Trump garnered 470 votes to Kasich's 326. Third-placed Ted Cruz secured 89 votes in Old Lyme and 36 votes in Lyme. Interestingly, on the Democratic … [Read more...] about Clinton, Trump Win in Both Lyme, Old Lyme