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Congressman Himes Former Intern Stabbed To Death

Jul 5, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Multiple national news sources are reporting that former intern to Congressman Himes was stabbed to death at a Washington DC train station. He has been identified by police as Kevin Sutherland age 24. His Linkedin account says he is now a Digital Strategist at New Blue Interactive in DC. Transit officers found him at the train station in the 200 block of Florida Avenue. Fire and EMS said he had no signs of life at the scene. He worked as an intern for Congressman Himes in 2010 assisting in social media.

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Governor Applauds Bipartisan Second Chance Legislation

Jun 30, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy is applauding the Connecticut General Assembly for giving bipartisan, final approval today in favor of the “Second Chance Society” legislation he introduced that is designed to continue the progress being made in reducing the state’s dropping crime rate, which is currently at a 48-year low, as well as ensuring nonviolent offenders are being reintegrated into society and become productive members of Connecticut’s economy. “We can truly be tough on crime by being smarter on crime, and that’s why we’re focusing on initiatives that work. The cycle our system currently encourages – one of permanent punishment – hurts too many families and communities,” Governor Malloy said. “When we should have been focusing on permanent…

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Jun 28, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD, CT– Governor Dannel P. Malloy today directed the LGBT pride flag to be flown at the Governor’s Residence in Hartford in recognition of the U.S. Supreme Court decision this morning. “This is a historic moment, and we should recognize and celebrate its significance. Equality, freedom, justice and liberty – all recognized by the Supreme Court in this ruling that moves our nation forward. I am proud to fly the pride flag at the Residence today,” Governor Malloy said. (Office of the Governor Press Release)

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Google Bans Confederate Flag From Shopping Search Results

Jun 24, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Google joined Amazon, eBay Sears, Target and other retailers in censoring what you can purchase. Thoughts?

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Should Mississippi Change Their State Flag?

Jun 22, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

After public outcry, South Carolina Governor calls for the removal of the Confederate flag from the grounds of the state Capitol Monday. Should Mississippi change the design of their flag? Después de la protesta pública, el gobernador de Carolina del Sur pide la retirada de la bandera de la Confederación de los terrenos del Capitolio estatal el lunes. En caso de Mississippi cambiar el diseño de su bandera? Após clamor público, South Carolina Governador apela à remoção da bandeira confederada do recinto do estado do Capitólio segunda-feira. Mississippi deve mudar o design do seu pavilhão?

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Fairfield News: First Selectman GE Update

Jun 11, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#Fairfield CT--I met with Fairfield's First Selectman Tetreau and asked him about any progress on General Electric's threat to move out of the state. General Electric is Fairfield's largest taxpayer and contributes about 3,500 jobs to the local economy. First Selectman Tetreau said right now his goal is to work with GE and the governor's office to make sure dialogue continues and that GE's viewpoints are heard by the governor and his staff. Tetreau said bringing up last minute rhetoric in the eleventh hour without being vetted by the assembly without doing an economic impact analysis. I asked if he is nervous and he said "No not as long as people keep talking, and are reasonable people, I think…

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Indiana Lures Connecticut Companies

Jun 10, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

The State of Indiana ran a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal Wednesday reaching out to General Electric Co., Aetna Inc. and the Travelers Companies Inc. The ad said Indiana is offering its "support in the wake of Connecticut's looming tax increase, because friends don't let friends pay higher taxes." El estado de Indiana publicó un anuncio de página completa en el Wall Street Journal Miércoles llegar a General Electric Co., Aetna Inc. y Travelers Companies Inc. El anuncio decía Indiana está ofreciendo su "apoyo a raíz de la inminente subida de impuestos de Connecticut , porque los amigos no dejan a amigos pagan impuestos más altos ". O Estado de Indiana publicou um anúncio de página inteira no…

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Governor Malloy Press Release

Jun 4, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

Largest transportation investments in Connecticut history, launching a new era of infrastructure improvements: The adopted state budget includes the largest transportation investments in Connecticut history, which will launch a new era of infrastructure improvements to give Connecticut a best-in-class transportation system. This will include a $2.8 billion increase for infrastructure over the next five years, including $1.77 billion for rail, $613 million for highways, $281 million for bridges, $101 million for bicycle and pedestrian trails, and $43 million for bus service. In total over the next five years, approximately $10 billion will be spent on transportation between this budget, planned capital spending, and federal funds. Projects include fixing the “Mixmaster” on I-84 in Waterbury, as well as the Hartford…

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Sikorsky Announces Consolidation to Stratford

Jun 2, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

“Unfortunately, the global market for aircraft has prompted a consolidation of facilities. Their decision makes smart business sense for them. We’re glad there was no job loss and that Sikorsky will continue to pay taxes on the property it owns in Bridgeport. This also presents a unique opportunity for further growth in our Eco-Technology Park.” – Mayor Bill Finch Bridgeport, Conn (June 2, 2015) – Today, Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. announced it will move its Bridgeport operations at 1210 South Ave. to its facility in Stratford. There will be no loss of jobs for the workers currently at the Bridgeport plant. The employees will be shifted to the Stratford facility as part of the company’s consolidation. “Unfortunately, the global…

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Joint Statement on CT Budget Agreement

May 31, 2015 Stephen Krauchick

#HARTFORD, CT -- Governor Dannel P. Malloy, Senate President Martin Looney, House Speaker Brendan Sharkey, House Majority Leader Joe Aresimowicz, and Senate Majority Leader Bob Duff announced that they have reached an agreement on a biennium budget. The package takes Connecticut into the future by funding transportation, providing important property tax relief, and funding vital programs. "A brighter tomorrow will start with this budget today. This agreement will help Connecticut now and in the long-run -- it helps transform our transportation infrastructure as we aim for a best-in-class system. It supports our schools, supports the middle class, and supports vital programs for those who need it most. Most importantly, it helps us build a Connecticut for the long-term, making our…

Congressman Himes Former Intern Stabbed To Death

Governor Applauds Bipartisan Second Chance Legislation

Google Bans Confederate Flag From Shopping Search Results

Should Mississippi Change Their State Flag?

Fairfield News: First Selectman GE Update

Indiana Lures Connecticut Companies

Governor Malloy Press Release

Sikorsky Announces Consolidation to Stratford

Joint Statement on CT Budget Agreement

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