Op-Ed
Grass Roots Innovation
Though Connecticut continues to struggle with the big fiscal challenges of our underfunded pension liability and continued subservience of the majority party to the state employee union leaders —which is of course at the expense of common sense and respect for the hardworking citizens of our state —there are bright spots ahead. With some recent…
Read MoreOp/ed: Optimism while creating common ‘cents’
We are four weeks into the legislative session and as is typical for this time of year, we have been busy reading over numerous bill proposals — many that make sense, and many that are head scratchers. Many proposals from the Democratic legislators feature large tax or fee increases for Connecticut residents hidden under the…
Read MoreA Watershed Moment with the State Union Contract
Our Connecticut State Legislature is poised to make a truly historic choice; either dig our state out of a $5 billion biennial fiscal abyss responsibly or, once again, allow the state unions to reap asymmetrical benefits that significantly exceed both the private sector workforce and state employees from any other state in the country. One…
Read MoreEndorsement from The Darien Times
I am deeply honored to receive an endorsement for re-election from the Darien Times. I am most appreciative of their recognition of the work I do on behalf of constituents and in standing up for what is right for this district. I am most proud of this quote “she will not let her voice, and…
Read MoreNew Connecticut Regional Tax Structure is Devoid of Common Sense
As Connecticut residents, all of us have much to be proud of…a diverse and vibrant population, beautiful coastlines and an inspired history. However, our state’s fiscal status is not among our best assets. In fact, we continue with record deficits and a legacy of record tax increases without the revenues for a balanced budget. …
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