OIB contributing writer Jim Callahan has a long history covering city government and politics. He served as the editor of The Bridgeport Light, prior to
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The War Over The Education Ballot Question–Who’s Right?
A diverse coalition of operatives including politicians, clergy, labor unions, civil and voting rights groups are forging an effort to defeat the Nov. 6 ballot
Read moreParents Rally At City Hall–Urge Yes Vote On Charter Question
Calling themselves “Parents 4 Progress, a coalition of city parents today conducted a rally in front of City Hall encouraging city voters to support a
Read moreParents Push For Appointed School Board–Monday Rally Planned
A group of city parents calling themselves Parents for Progress has scheduled a rally for Monday at 11 a.m. in front of City Hall, 45
Read moreAs Election Day Approaches The Education Ballot Question Heats Up
The battle over the Nov. 6 charter question is coming into focus. Voters will decide this question: “Shall the City of Bridgeport approve and adopt
Read moreThe Battle For Control Of Schools
On Nov. 6, city voters will decide if they want to allow Mayor Bill Finch to appoint school board members or continue the current process
Read moreChoosing Sides On The Charter Question, Excel Bridgeport: Vote Yes–Child Advocacy Coalition: Vote No
In the battle of messages to decide the future of how Board of Education members are chosen, a new school reform organization Excel Bridgeport is
Read moreDemolition To Make Way For New Roosevelt School
The city is moving forward on a new Roosevelt School on Park Avenue in the South End. From Mayor Bill Finch: Demolition of Roosevelt Elementary
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