If we bank a critical mass of early votes, we will substantially reduce the possibility of the uncertainty which led to rancor in late 2020 and early 2021.
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Vote down CT’s ‘no excuse ballot’ referendum
Absentee voting has long been susceptible to fraud, particularly in Connecticut. Vote “No” on HRJ 1.
October — a month to focus on improving CT children’s lives
While many social problems are interconnected year-round, October is a time to confront several of the most serious — from preventing bullying and substance abuse, to raising awareness about domestic or intimate partner violence. It’s also the month designated for action around youth justice: endeavoring to keep young people on positive paths, out of the […]
The case for keeping CT’s fiscal guardrails intact
To prevent unpalatable choices from having to be made, it makes sense to keep CT’s unfunded pension debt from growing out of control.
Let’s be open-minded about democracy
Is it “un-American” to think that elections are not how we should be governed?
Why the Day of the Girl matters for all of us
Each year on October 11, we come together to celebrate the International Day of the Girl. This crucial occasion provides young women and girls worldwide with a platform to amplify their voices, act, and showcase their leadership. It’s a day for all of us to stand in solidarity, acknowledging and advocating for girls’ rights everywhere. […]
Airport expansion undoing Connecticut’s climate work
In the pursuit of dubious economic growth through air travel, the state is undermining its progress toward climate goals.
For democracy’s sake, give early voting a fair chance
So far, early voting in Connecticut has produced low turnout numbers. But it’s too early to judge its success.
Peacebuilding must become the norm
Peace begins when people come to see themselves not as opponents but as partners with a shared problem.
The aftermath of October 7th: A call for American resolve against the spread of terror
Americans must remember that the threat of terrorism doesn’t stop in the Middle East.
The investments that could shore up the child care system forever
Most child care workers don’t earn a living wage. It’s time to get creative in seeking new ways to support them and save the industry.
It’s time to reform 8-30g and beware of even worse laws to be proposed in 2025
The state zoning override law known as 8-30g is the most common issue I hear as I campaign in the 132nd General Assembly District.
How a new curriculum will open students’ eyes to the night skies
Middle schoolers around Connecticut have been studying the habits migratory birds and learning about the impact humans have on their journey.
More extraordinary ordinary days
We need to protect the precious opportunities that medical advances have provided us and vote against those who would take them away.
I am an immigrant
The notion that immigrants today are detrimental to the life of this country should be dispelled once and for all.



