Two incumbents, both of whom are outcasts with state legislative leadership that direct funding sources to Bridgeport, face stern challenges as the featured local races
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Tag: Lydia Martinez
Ortiz Sues For Dem Primary Ballot Access To Face Bradley And Gaston
When former State Senator Ed Gomes was denied ballot access in a 2016 paperwork filing controversy, seasoned attorney Bill Bloss persuaded a state judge to
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Draft Of New City Council Districts Could Cause Fireworks
A new map of City Council districts in draft form is heading to the Ordinance Committee with two potentially controversial changes that could heat up
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City Council Leadership Goes Rogue–Meeting To Vote On The Budget Cancelled, Ruled Illegal By City Attorney
Rogue leadership on the City Council has been reeled in by City Attorney R. Christopher Meyer who has ruled a special meeting scheduled to vote
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With Federal Trial Looming Senator Bradley Battles For Political Relevance–Gaston Builds Insider Support
Political leaders around the state are finalizing delegate lists for sign-off by respective town committees. The window for approval is March 22-29. In Bridgeport, Democratic
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Among Storm Warnings, Testa Wins Another Two Years As Dem Party Chair
On a Tuesday night to kiss rings and make kings, Democratic Town Chair Mario Testa received two more years as party chief but with some
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At In-Person City Council, Sparring Partners Aidee And Lydia Together Again
About a week ago, they faced off in another contentious primary in which once again City Council President Aidee Nieves thumped City Clerk Lydia Martinez
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See Results–Nieves Slate Blows Out Martinez, Stallworth Victorious In Battle Of Ministers, Gen Now Votes Leader Davis Defeated In Political Primary
City Council President Aidee Nieves once again asserted her standing, running with a slate of candidates that overwhelmed a contingent backed by City Clerk Lydia
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