What a crazy night. The Democratic establishment’s vaunted absentee ballot operation has rescued Mayor Joe Ganim, according to unofficial results. Returns show State Senator Marilyn
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Tag: Maria Pereira
Slash Politics–For Entertainment It’s Bridgeport
When it comes to Machiavellian politics, Bridgeport rarely disappoints: tires slashed, literal pissing contests, restraining orders. In advance of Tuesday’s primaries, CT Post scribe Colin
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The Politics Of Absentee Ballots–They Matter In Close Races
Sample ballot Upper East Side Examine all the candidate personalities you want. Debate the issues. Parse respective messages, demographics, money, organization. In the end, what
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Rev. McBride-Lee: In Defense Of Female Pastors
City Councilwoman Mary McBride-Lee, a city minister, responds to comments from OIB readers regarding an article highlighting female pastors endorsing Mayor Joe Ganim’s reelection. Her comments
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School Board Restores Bus Routes For Students
The Board of Education Monday night, urged by Mayor Joe Ganim, restored bus routes that impact student walking distances to school. The decision comes with
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Flexing ABs–Watch: Barr Confronts Pereira On Campaign Trail
City politics is a combative sport. Democratic Town Committee member Tony Barr, a passionate supporter of State Senator Marilyn Moore for mayor, is a candidate
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Channeling Pereira–The Machinations Of Mayoral Primary
The political plot thickens. Bridgeport features 22 precincts for primary day September 10th. The campaign strategy to yank a vote in Black Rock plays different
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Cool For School–Ganim Provides Direct Support To Education In Advance Of Primary
With the September 10 Democratic primary for mayor just weeks away, incumbent Joe Ganim is playing Santa Claus in the summer with city schools. Money
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