Earned wage access service should be available to all workers – regardless of their employer’s decision to allow it.
Opinion
CT’s revenue shortage starves its economy
According to the just-released DRS Tax Incidence report the heaviest overall tax burden continues to fall on those in the lowest income decile.
A CT pharmacologist explains the kratom controversy
Kratom is legal in Connecticut, but studies suggest caution before starting kratom as a treatment for chronic pain, especially if safer methods such as acetaminophen, icing and heating, and physical therapy can suffice.
New York’s subways are not safe
CT commuters are probably safe on Metro-North, but when they get to Grand Central Station they’re understandably reluctant to take the subway to their office.
This Abortion Provider Appreciation Day, CT should do more to protect providers
CT can do more to protect our providers against hostile, anti-abortion threats — and we must ensure their clinics can keep their doors open.
New London takes center stage on offshore wind energy development
Is it possible to overstate the significance of New London having center stage in this emerging industry that will supply local energy from local sources?
Use local media for state advertising
We can help reverse the decline of local news by supporting a bill to direct state advertising revenue to local outlets.
CT government stepped up to prevent heating crisis
This bill is an example of what can happen when everyone in government puts politics aside to focus on the needs of those they serve.
With sustained funding, we can end homelessness in CT
We know how to end homelessness. What we lack is the consistent financial support to make lasting change.
CON regulations should not be used to close whole units of hospital services
There needs to be a comprehensive review of Certificate of Need regulations as they are applied now, but based on quality-of-care requirements, not the business concerns of the hospital industry.
CT lawmakers must take action to protect LGBTQ+ students
It was heartening to see CT lawmakers attend a vigil for slain student Nex Benedict, but they must take action to protect LGBTQIA+ students.
CT child-to-caregiver ratio change an alarming idea
The proposed changes to the ratio of children to caregivers would reduce the quality of care children receive in day care settings.
CT legislators must prioritize school funding — and spending
Last year we made great strides in equitable funding for CT schools. We need to ensure that districts are spending money equitably as well.
Optimistic about the future of the Connecticut-Israel economic relationship
Some people think that CT’s economic future should be dictated not by financial reality but by the political prejudices of Israel-haters.
Spring brings hopeful transportation news to Connecticut
I say it’s Spring! And with this hopeful season comes good news on the Connecticut’s transportation front.
