For-profit private equity firms owning hospitals and operating health care networks is threatening the quality of Connecticut healthcare.
CT Viewpoints
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CT leaders must address gas system ‘death spiral’
If legislators and the governor are serious about lowering energy costs for residents and businesses, they have to contain spending on the gas pipeline system just as directly as they do electricity.
A song of praise for Tom Condon
If everybody did journalism the way Tom Condon did, the world would be a better place,
No-excuse absentee ballots threaten vote integrity and public trust
CT’s current absentee ballot process allows those with special circumstances to vote, while no-excuse absentee ballots could erode confidence in vote integrity and add to the costs of administering elections.
Ranked Choice Voting can enhance representation and voter engagement
Ranked Choice Voting has been proven to enhance voter engagement, increase representation of marginalized communities, and foster a more inclusive and equitable electoral process.
Arts in education: much more than pretty pictures
This Arts in Education Week, let’s acknowledge that the arts are not just nice to have in our schools. They’re necessary.
Rosario’s concerns about Ranked Choice Voting in CT are misplaced
State Rep. Chris Rosario has concerns about Ranked Choice Voting, but research has shown that it is a safe, understandable, and representative voting system.
Building more unsubsidized housing is key to improving affordability
Common sense reforms — like broadening 8-30g’s definition to include unsubsidized but truly affordable homes — would be a welcome start.
Community Action Agencies help CT stay warm
Families across the state continue to struggle with their energy bills, with some forced to choose between staying warm and other necessities.
What Wiffle ball can teach us about an abundant future
Connecticut’s leaders must abandon their scarcity mindset and realize there is opportunity here for all.
Enfield police station becoming the new principal’s office
Arresting kids in school for minor infractions has become troublingly common and risks exacerbating racial disparities.
Probable conflicted interests drive utility rate hikes
It’s beyond time for Connecticut government to take back control of our future, starting with full ownership and control of our essential utilities.
Protecting Connecticut workers from heat is a hot topic
When heat is a concern, employers must — at a minimum — provide adequate cool water, rest breaks and shade or a cool rest area.
What’s that foul odor? It’s the anti-labor Project 2025
Project 2025 would suppress workers’ rights in Connecticut and around the nation, and gut the standard of living for our friends and neighbors.
Digital accessibility is the law, but most websites aren’t compliant
Disability rights are human rights. If you own or maintain a website, please spend some time to ensure your site is accessible to all.



