The late James G. Clark wrote “Bridgeport … where the circus never left town.” When it comes to the circus of politics, Bridgeport’s ultimate miniature
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What Say You, Political Swami?
We’re on the cusp of 2015, so that can mean only one thing: time to reach deep into your crystal ball to puke up predictions.
Read moreShort Political FUSE At Dunbar School
What Mayor Bill Finch had once viewed as a governmental credential in his embrace of charter schools and private management of selected schools has become
Read moreWho’ll Get Behind Wheel Of Ayala’s Seat? The City’s Political Fast Lane
Now in the driver’s seat, Andres Ayala shouldn’t have to worry about his voting address anymore. On January 7, the state senator is scheduled to
Read moreNew Generation Of Black Leaders More Concerned With ‘What’s In It For Me’
Retired city firefighter Donald Day shares a perspective on leadership differences in the black community past and present. Day served as president of the Firebird
Read moreOIB Poll: Finch, Ganim, Foster Or Torres? Someone Else?
It’s the holidays, time to celebrate. That means we raise a glass to voter power because OIB readers vote. Here’s an unscientific hypothetical poll because
Read moreOIB Poll: Should Ganim Run For Mayor?
Crane Sighting, Steelpointe Harbor Goes Vertical On East Side. Does Bass Pro Oversell Economic Impact?
UPDATE: Includes link to Hugh Bailey article. Redevelopment of a troubled area of the East Side has been more than 30 years in the making
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