Exhausted by the current political environment?

As you know, I’ve spent the most recent chapter of my life passionate about civics in our state. In looking forward, I am equally passionate and interested in exploring the components of what civil discourse looks like and how we can each take responsibility for a positive and thoughtful approach to policy and political discussions.…

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Reflections on Fourteen Years in Hartford

It’s been a joy beyond words to serve as state representative for Norwalk and Darien since 2009.  An extraordinary life experience and one I wouldn’t have missed, despite some initial trepidations. Making An Impact I’ve had the pleasure to meet and work together with so many good people across our state who were committed to…

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Intentional Misdirection

Despite having served as state representative for close to 14 years, I’m disappointed that Democrats continually look to create hysteria through false narratives in order to distract citizens of our state from key issues. Democrats have had total domination in the legislature for 40-plus years and near total domination in the governor’s office in that…

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Where We Are and Looking Forward

With a few weeks left in the year, this is a good time to provide an update on two key issues — our state budget and the redistricting plan taking effect next fall for the 2022 elections. It is important information to know and understand some basics. I’ll also offer closing thoughts as we look…

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A Tale of Two Budgets

Connecticut’s 2022-23 state budget tells a story. Like any story, the author – in this case the majority party – decides what you should see and think. In this case, the story told was of a “no tax increase budget.” Let’s dive in and take a look. There are many good things in this two-year…

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