Every now and then Bridgeport voters revolt against the political establishment. We saw it in 1933 when they elected Socialist Jasper McLevy and kept him
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The Accidental Mayor
Johnny Fabs. What can I say? He’s pure emotion, and now you can see the good, bad and ugly of John Fabrizi’s four years in
Read moreRiding Bronco Billy–Yee Haw, Plus: Himes Saddles Up
Bill Finch has talent. I’ve seen it. Focus is always the issue. I’d have a lot more confidence in him breaking away from his dysfunctional,
Read moreThe Knot Of Layoff Notices, Plus: Voter Reg Surge
Receiving a layoff notice sucks, and it’s especially crushing when Mayor Bill Finch could have been pragmatic presenting his first budget to the City Council
Read moreBring It On, Baby! Plus: Slick Willie And Kool Hand Kelly
There’s a lot going on. The state legislative session–thankfully–has ended. Now everyone can go and campaign so we really have something to write about. Bring
Read moreHey, Ho–Which Way Will The Trial Go?
The civil court trial Conroy vs. Joseph Ganim et al., that appears to be in the closing week or so of testimony, is a tough
Read moreNo Taxes In Bridgeport! Plus: Syesha Mercado, Our Idol
Hey, did anyone see our own Syesha Mercado knock it out of the park tonight, singing If I Were Your Woman on American Idol? Yes, Syesha
Read moreHow Do You Like Your Polenta? Plus: Car Taxes
The phone at Testo’s Restaurant was ringing all day on Wednesday and not necessarily for dinner reservations. In fact, many callers in the days leading up
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