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In his second book, Murphy explores the societal and economic forces that he believes shaped modern-day American politics.
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WSHU and and CT Mirror’s Mark Pazniokas discussed the nominating conventions that both major parties held over the last few days.
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Eversource to seek 11% rate hike in CT
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