Ran into two-time mayoral candidate Chris Caruso on Fairfield Avenue Downtown on Wednesday. A double take was required. 0
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City Councilman Andre Baker Considers Run For School Board
City Councilman Andre Baker tells OIB he’s considering a run for Board of Education with five school board seats up for grabs this November. The
Read moreCity Councilman Andre Baker No Faker–Political Plans For The Voice Of Opposition?
To government reformers, Andre Baker is viewed as a sturdy, if lonely, voice on the City Council. Sometimes so lonely he’s one dissident voice among
Read moreJohn Gomes Passes On City Council Run, Ponders Another Mayoral Candidacy
As insurgents seek candidates to take on City Council incumbents this year, one-time 2011 mayoral candidate John Gomes says he will not be among the
Read moreGearing Up For City Council And School Board Races
Next month Democratic Town Committee members from 10 City Council districts will endorse candidates for the city’s legislative body. Bridgeport has 10 council districts with
Read moreGovernment Reform Bill Dormant, But Not Going Away–Sharkey Wimps Out
It must be frustrating for lawmakers to know they have the support to pass their legislative proposals, but they will not be brought to a
Read moreCarmen Lopez’ Fightin’ Words: The Kept Men And Women Of A Disgraced Political Machine
Retired Superior Court Judge Carmen Lopez sounds like she’s laying the groundwork for the Working Families Party battle cry with five Board of Education seats
Read moreDavid Walker Weighs Candidacy For Public Office–What’s A Fit?
Last week David Walker, the former U.S. comptroller general, posted this on OIB: Senator Musto’s poor judgment, lack of courage and failure to represent his
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