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Get Involved. Here’s How.
A letter to EVERYONE from the Connecticut state Democratic Party: The damage from Trump’s dangerous agenda is unfolding before our eyes, and it’s hard to know what to do or where to start. I know I can’t rest these days, and if you can’t either, join us in engaging in some of these action items…
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International Women’s Day
From the Newtown Bee, 3/14/2025This Is What Democracy Looks Like To the Editor: I was honored to stand with a number of other women from our community on Saturday, March 8, on the Ruth Steinkraus Cohen Bridge in Westport on International Women’s Day. We joined nearly 400 other women —and men — of all ages…
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The Ides of Trump are Upon Us
If you don’t yet have a Bluesky account — now would be a good time to get one. (link) (Especially if you’re still on Twitter/X.) It’s the social network of choice for Democratic activism. If the link below doesn’t work (it is getting bombarded) try: https://bsky.app/hashtag/TheIdesOfTrump Yes to This. 🙂 [image or embed] — Newtown…
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Rock This Democracy March 16!
On Sunday, March 16th, ROCK THIS DEMOCRACY: COMMUNITY DIALOGUE, a follow-up to our huge rally last month, will include an extensive open-mic segment for anyone present who wishes to exress an opinion and engage in respectful discourse. The event, from 3 to 4:30 pm at Edmond Town Hall gymnasium (doors open 2:45) will begin with…
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U.S. Turns on Allies
From the Newtown Bee, 3/7/2025“Says USA Joined The ‘Dark Side’” To the Editor: Welcome to the “Dark Side,” America. No longer the “good guys,” we are now in a place siding with the previously identified enemy of the USA … Russia. A place where money rules, not Democracy. A place where the image of the…
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Trump, Truth and Reality
From the Newtown Bee, 3/7/2025“Suggests Plaque For White House“ To the Editor: Here is a suggested plaque for a White House Oval Office wall. “If you say what is ain’t, if you say what ain’t is, you ain’t what you say you is.” Words of a Southern Black Preacher. Jim WrightNewtown
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Trump Disgraces Country
From the Newtown Bee, 3/7/2025“Tarnished Image“ To the Editor: On Friday, February 28, the world witnessed who trump truly is: a despicable, ignorant and an immoral bully! Throughout history, the United States has been a shining beacon of hope for so many. Unfortunately, that no longer is the case. After last Friday’s disgraceful display with…
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Share Your Story with Sen. Murphy
A letter to any and all of us, from U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-CT: Over the past six weeks, the Trump Administration and Elon Musk’s DOGE have sowed chaos and confusion across the federal workforce, engaging in mass layoffs of workers, terminating federal contracts, and freezing congressionally appropriated funds for state and local programs. President…
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Advice from a Farmer …
Words of wisdom from a farmer (and political consultant) in southwest Missouri … a message for rural America and for us right here in Newtown. Something to share with everyone. “I don’t need you to admit you were wrong. But you have to admit you were lied to.” @paridhibairolu8 #stitch #farm #farmlife #farmtok #ranchlife #thebackforty…
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Social Media Feeds
A lot of people post on social media. A lot of people get their news, or some of it, from social media. And it’s hard to keep track of it all. So we’re collecting the social media feeds of Democrats and Democratic organizations that use their online presence to spread news and information relevant to…
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Murphy, Hayes Town Meetings
Two major Democratic events in Connecticut today. U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy and U.S. Rep Jahana Hayes, D-5, are both holding Town Hall meetings, Murphy in Hartford and Hayes in Cheshire. Chris Murphy 12:30 p.m. https://youtube.com/@senatorchrismurphy?si=nVwl0Ge_cGemlZY0 Jahana Hayes 2 p.m. https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1ADGiTqaqB/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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Sen. Murphy Opposes Trump Shutdown of USAID
WASHINGTON— U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), a member of the U.S. Senate Foreign Relations Committee, on Monday joined a press conference in front of the shuttered United States Agency for International Development (USAID) to raise the alarm about how President Trump’s decision – at the behest of Elon Musk – to illegally shut down the agency will…
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Vote For Democrats
A recent Letter to the Editor supporting the Democratic slate for the upcoming municipal elections: To the Editor: Newtown has a municipal election in five weeks. The last municipal election had a low turnout. Please vote, to make sure you have a say in how our town is run. And if you want Newtown’s government…
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Democratic First Selectman Candidate Announced!
CONGRATULATIONS DAN CRUSON!! Dan Cruson at the Edmond Town Hall announced this afternoon, June 7th, that he will be running as the Democratic candidate for First Selectman! Dan’s speech below: I was born and raised in Newtown, and have watched it change and evolve over 32 years of residency. I went to school here, and…
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IT’S A NATIONAL TREND
THE BOE MAJORITY IS PLAYING RIGHT INTO IT. BOOK BANNING WILL BRING EXPENSIVE LAWSUITS TO OUR TOWN “Children in a democracy must not be taught that books are dangerous. The freedom to read is guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution.” Write a letter to the Newtown Board of Education: newtownboe@newtown.k12.ct.us Put this in the subject line:…
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Rally Against the Book Ban
What: Rally to support the unanimous decision of the Special Committee. Let your voices be heard that book banning has no place in Newtown! When: May 16 Where: Newtown High School, Right hand side lower parking area. When: 5:30pm This rally is directly before the Board of Education meeting which has been moved to the…
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March Pints & Policy Recap
Thank you to State Representatives Sarah Keitt of Fairfield/Trumbull and Anne Hughes of Easton for leading legislative discussions and answering relevant questions that impact Newtown at our first Pints & Policy forum. Also, thank you to Perfusion Bar for graciously hosting our event. It was well attended with important discussions regarding: Be on the lookout…
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Thanks for Celebrating our Fall Campaign Kickoff!
Thanks to all who came out on one pretty rainy night! We packed the Nest and even had Congressman Jim Himes join the fun in a pleasant surprise! Check out our guest speakers below: Congressman Himes Congresswoman Hayes Lt. Governor Bysiewicz
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2013 Board of Education race results
DEMOCRATIC TOWN COMMITTEE PRESS STATEMENT First, the Democratic Town Committee of Newtown (DTC) would like to congratulate all the candidates of both Parties who ran for office this election. Whether elected or not, you were winners. You honored yourselves, your family, your Party and your town by doing so. It is no small feat to…
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Swearing-in Ceremony
Our newly elected and re-elected municipal officials took their oaths of office at a public swearing-in ceremony on Sunday December 1, 2013 in the Municipal Center. Congratulations to all and we look forward to your service. Lisa Romano – Legislative Council District 2 Michelle Embree Ku – Board of Education Board of Selectmen: James O.…