Google Bans Confederate Flag From Shopping Search Results
Google joined Amazon, eBay Sears, Target and other retailers in censoring what you can purchase. Thoughts?
Should Mississippi Change Their State Flag?
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?
Fairfield News: First Selectman GE Update
#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…
Indiana Lures Connecticut Companies
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…
Governor Malloy Press Release
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…
Sikorsky Announces Consolidation to Stratford
“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…
Joint Statement on CT Budget Agreement
#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…
Passage of Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, Congressman Jim Himes (CT-4) voted in favor of HR 1191 the Iran Nuclear Agreement Review Act of 2015. The bill, which passed both the Senate and the House with strong, bipartisan support, requires that President Obama submit to Congress any deal with Iran on curbing its nuclear weapons programs. Congress will then have 30 days to express approval or disapproval of the agreement. “I am pleased that the administration and our negotiators are so close to reaching a final deal to prevent the worst case scenario of a nuclear Iran,” said Himes. “This bill does not undermine the work that they have done. It simply requires that Congress have a chance to weigh in on…
There’s A Joke In The Making In This Press Release
(HARTFORD, CT) – On Wednesday morning, Lieutenant Governor Nancy Wyman join other elected officials at the 30th anniversary of the Ronald McDonald House on George Street in New Haven. Later, the Lt. Governor will make remarks at Polish Day at the Capitol. This is event celebrates the 224thanniversary of the Polish Constitution.
CT Received $700k to Combat Veteran Homelessness
#HARTFORD, CT – Governor Dannel P. Malloy today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has awarded Connecticut nearly $700,000 in federal funding to support Connecticut’s efforts to help end veteran homelessness. “To build an economy for the future, we need to make smart choices on housing. Our nation’s veterans, whether they are just returning home or have been out for years, deserve access to quality housing, good healthcare, and career opportunities,” Governor Malloy said. “We have done more on housing over the past several years than Connecticut has done in decades – and it’s because we’re building a brightertomorrow by making smart choices today. We have…