Republican First Selectman of Trumbull Tim Herbst, in a commentary, takes aim at local and state Democrats accusing them of not practicing what they preach when it comes to political inclusion asserting “watching this Democratic primary unfold in Bridgeport, Trumbull and Monroe is a case of absolute hypocrisy on the part of Connecticut Democrats.”
Entries Tagged as 'Joe Lieberman'
Herbst Bashes Dems’ Hypocritical Treatment Of Moore In State Senate Race
July 16th, 2016 · 39 Comments · City Politics, News and Events, State Politics
Tags: Dan Malloy·Joe Lieberman·Marilyn Moore·Ned Lamont·Paul Timpanelli·Tim Herbst·Tom McCarthy
Weicker: Foster A Trusted Leader
October 2nd, 2015 · 55 Comments · Analysis and Comment, City Politics, News and Events
As governor, Lowell Weicker rescued Bridgeport from financial ruin, now he’s hoping his endorsement of Mary-Jane Foster adds credibility and financial resources to her mayoral campaign.
Tags: Beardsley Park·Beardsley Zoo·Bill Finch·Housatonic Community College·Joe Ganim·Joe Lieberman·Lowell Weicker·Mary-Jane Foster·Tom Dudchik
OIB Rewind: If Only Finch Had Listened
September 22nd, 2015 · 10 Comments · Analysis and Comment, City Politics
OIB column Nov. 30, 2012: Mayor Bill Finch has been mumbling the past few days about some of his political appointments derailing city progress. Yes, what if Finch bolted the ranks of the donkeys? Ciao. Sayonara. Adiós. See ya. You’re on your own. Bye bye. I’ve changed my registration to unaffiliated. He has three full […]
Tags: Bill Finch·Chris Murphy·Jasper McLevy·Joe Lieberman·Lowell Weicker·Mike Bloomberg·Ned Lamont
John Marshall Lee’s Quest For Answers (And Eating OATS) On The City Council
April 21st, 2015 · 21 Comments · City Budget, City Council, City Politics, News and Events
For several years, community fiscal watchdog John Marshall Lee has been a painstaking presence at City Council meetings haranguing councilors on open and accountable government, fund balances, audits, financial reports, spending and taxes. He asks questions, but fields no answers to his satisfaction. Now he’s decided to be the guy to provide answers to the […]
Tags: Howard Gardner·Joe Lieberman·John Marshall Lee·Pat Crossin·Sue Brannelly
Lieberman To Lead Centrist Group No Labels
November 10th, 2014 · 4 Comments · Analysis and Comment, National Politics, News and Events
Former U.S. Senator Joe Lieberman, the 2000 Democratic vice presidential candidate who supported Republican John McCain for president in 2008, has been named co-chair of No Labels, the national group that seeks common ground among political leaders. Bridgeport resident David Walker, former U.S. Comptroller General, co-founded the organization. Walker, who has his Black Rock house […]
Chris Murphy Receives Oath Of Office, Replaces Lieberman
January 3rd, 2013 · 4 Comments · News and Events
From AP: Chris Murphy has taken the oath of office to become Connecticut’s newest U.S. senator, replacing the retiring Joe Lieberman.
Tags: Chris Murphy·Dick Blumenthal·Joe Biden·Joe Lieberman·Linda McMahon
What If Finch Left The Democratic Party? Dreaming Political Freedom
November 30th, 2012 · 23 Comments · Analysis and Comment, City Politics
Mayor Bill Finch has been mumbling the past few days about some of his political appointments derailing city progress. Yes, what if Finch bolted the ranks of the donkeys? Ciao. Sayonara. Adiós. See ya. You’re on your own. Bye bye. I’ve changed my registration to unaffiliated. He has three full years left in his second […]
Tags: Bill Finch·Chris Murphy·Jasper McLevy·Joe Lieberman·Lowell Weicker·Mike Bloomberg·Ned Lamont
An Architect’s View, As Foster Has Designs On Mayor’s Office
October 15th, 2015 · 29 Comments · Analysis and Comment, City Politics, News and Events
Fundraising has intensified with less than three weeks to the general election for mayor. Thursday night Antinozzi Associates, a Downtown architectural firm, hosted a fundraiser for Mary-Jane Foster as she seeks momentum to become “the honest choice for change” over Democratic nominee Joe Ganim.
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Tags: Bill Finch·Joe Ganim·Joe Lieberman·Mary-Jane Foster·Ned Lamont