Joe Ganim’s political resurrection has generated local, state and even national interest. Who is he? Where does he come from? What were his early years
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Ganim’s Fiscal Stability, Department Heads, Bluefish Baseball Attract Crowds
This is the second installment of Joe Ganim’s early years as mayor Slowly, the city began to inch out of the abyss. The around-the-clock hours
Read moreFoster Mailer Hits Ganim On Truth And Taxes
In the latest direct mail piece, Mary-Jane Foster’s campaign undercuts what Joe Ganim feels is a great strength, assailing the veracity of his tax record
Read moreWeicker: Foster A Trusted Leader
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
Read moreOIB Rewind: If Only Finch Had Listened
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,
Read moreKohut Defends Ganim’s Honor
Following a commentary from former city activist Josh Nessen condemning Joe Ganim, in response city policy wonk Jeff Kohut claims the former mayor is wiser
Read moreMayoral Candidates Debate Issues At Business Community And Church Forums
UPDATE: Candidates also appeared at Mount Aery Baptist Church Thursday night for an “accountability assembly.” Eight mayoral candidates, five of whom are running solely in
Read moreMoms Urge State Police Support
Tuesday evening, following two weekend murders, mothers assembled in front of the Troop G Barracks Downtown urging State Police assistance to supplement city police ranks.
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