Hispanics, by sheer numbers registered to vote in Bridgeport, are becoming a growing force in city elections. Both Connecticut Secretary of the State Denise Merrill,
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School Board Challenge Slate Issues Endorsements
The challenge slate for Board of Education has kicked out a lengthy list of endorsements that includes political operatives, education advocates, civil rights leaders and
Read moreAttention Poll Workers: It’s Class Time
What goes on inside polling precincts could mean the difference between a good day and a migraine for elections officials. We never have issues election
Read moreAbsentee Ballots And The Influence Of Independent Expenditures In Board Of Education Primary
The September 10 Democratic primary for Board of Education is the battle royal of elections because so much is on the line for policy-setting control
Read moreWhat? No Political Hacks! These School Board Candidates Ruining Our Campaign Fun
Monday night Gabrielle Parisi, an organizer for the community action group Citizens Working For A Better Bridgeport that hosted a candidates forum at the Bridgeport
Read moreWhen City Hall Is Listed As A Fundraiser, Joel Gonzalez Inquires
Former City Councilman Joel “Speedy” Gonzalez has a taste for reviewing campaign finance reports he claims contain dubious information provided by city political operatives. He’s attempting
Read morePolitical Action Group Weighs Candidate Support At Forum
School board civility, closing the achievement gap and reducing conflicts of interest in government were all themes touched on at a public forum Monday night
Read moreWant To Get Involved? Election Forum Set For Monday
All the candidates are now set for a September 10 Democratic primary that features a citywide race for Board of Education and four district contests
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