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Tax Freedom Day Rally Saturday May 21st 1PM State Capitol
For a thorough review of what is Tax Freedom Day visit this page on the Tax Foundation site: https://taxfoundation.org/publications/tax-freedom-day/
Connecticut taxpayers come in last in the nation, at #50, before they reach their tax freedom day on March 21st. In 2010, Connecticut taxpayers reached this day in latter April. With two of the states largest tax increases in its history under Governor Malloy, this day now comes almost thirty days later.
Americans will collectively spend more on taxes in 2017 than they will on food, clothing, and housing combined.
ICYMI: New “Conservative Chat” Tonight with Columnist Don Pesci May 18th 7PM Charter 191
“Conservative Chat” – Political commentator and columnist Don Pesci joins Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee Chair and host Juliana Simone to discuss another half hour of politics. Don and Juliana comment on President Trump’s firing of FBI director James Comey and the CT federal delegations remarks about this event; Trump’s first 100 days and what was left out of the budget; international issues the President is facing; Governor Malloy’s objective to lay off a thousand state workers this week; the Governor’s race 2018 and Tax Freedom Day Rally May 21st at the Capitol.
To read more from Don Pesci visit his blog: Connecticut Commentary: Red Notes From a Blue State: http://donpesci.blogspot.com/
To read more from Juliana Simone outside the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee website: www.barkhamstedctrtc.com visit her blog: www.inmyvue.com
This show originally aired on May 11th, and will repeat on Charter Cable Channel 191 Thursday, May 18th, at 7PM and the following Sunday, May 21st, at 7:30PM.
For those who are outside the viewing area or who are not Spectrum/Charter subscribers this show can be watched online after this Monday on www.ctv13.net – What’s On – Watch programs – search “Conservative” #114.
ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” with columnist Don Pesci – Thursday, May 4th, 7PM Charter 191
Barkhamsted RTC Chair, Juliana Simone, and host of “Conservative Chat” speaks with columnist and political commentator Don Pesci on what’s been going on recently in Washington, D.C. and at the Capitol in Hartford.
For those of you not in the viewing area or who are not Spectrum/Charter subscribers, this show can be seen online at www. ctv13.net – What’s On – Watch Programs – Search “Conservative”
CT Governor Dan Malloy Not Seeking Reelection in 2018 – Lumaj Campaign Press Release
Connecticut’s Governor Malloy announced today he will not seek reelection in 2018. The two-term Governor, who holds the current title of least favorable Governor nationwide, said this is not why he was choosing to pass on running for a third term. He said it was because he was ready for another stage in his life with his wife Cathy.
The Chairman of the Democrat’s Governors Association, owns the title of raising the two largest tax hike increases consecutively in the history of the state for residents to assume, yet always gave salary increases and bonuses to his staff.
The state of Connecticut, which continues to stay in first or second place in a laundry list of highest taxes for residents across the United States, has seen major businesses leaving, a population decrease, and even their own pensioned state workers moving to more tax friendly states to enjoy their retirement.
There are many articles, news broadcasts and releases about Malloy’s decision today.
Here is one, from former Secretary of the State candidate Peter Lumaj (2014), who is seeking a state office run in 2018. At this time he has raised almost a quarter of a million dollars since his exploratory committee was announced in 2016.
Friends –
You heard it hear first, Dan Malloy is officially NOT running for a third term for Governor!
After two failed terms as Governor of Connecticut, Dan Malloy has announced that he will not seek reelection in 2018! Over the past six years, Malloy’s failed liberal policies have pushed business out, wages down and deficits up – Connecticut is at the brink of economic collapse.
In fact, I think it is fair to say that “Gov. Malloy’s decision not to run for reelection is the first step he has made to foster the success and growth of Connecticut.”
I think its time that we had a #FreshStart4CT, that’s why I formed an exploratory committee last September to consider a run for statewide office in Connecticut in 2018. We need a fresh approach to business as usual and a true conservative outsider willing to take on and dismantle Hartford.
Please consider standing with me and the other strong, courageous, conservative members of our Lumaj Explore Team as we stand up and fight back! Together we can save this state for your family, my family and for future generations to come!
I hope you will consider supporting me today with a generous $100 contribution.
With your help, we can send a message loud and clear to the Hartford insiders that strong, courageous, conservative leaders all throughout Connecticut are united and that we are ready for a fresh start for Connecticut!
ICYMI “Conservative Chat” Tonight – 7:00PM Charter Channel 191 – Now on Twice a Week
“Conservative Chat” will now air on Charter cable channel 191 on Sunday’s 7:30pm and in its traditional time slot, Thursday’s at 7:00pm.
The first program of 2017 features columnist and political commentator Don Pesci and Barkhamsted RTC Chair and host Juliana Simone.
This half hour Don and Juliana discuss the upcoming inauguration of President-Elect Donald Trump and how D.C. will operate with Republican majorities in the House, Senate and Executive Branch, the repeal of Obamacare, the initial process of new immigration policy, how historians will view Obama’s eight years as President, and with the new long session beginning in the Connecticut General Assembly, what bills are important as well as the continuing debt that plagues this state and more.
Don Pesci’s articles can be read on his blog: Connecticut Commentary: Red Notes From a Blue State, and Juliana Simone’s can be read on her blog: In My Vue
For those not in the viewing area or who are not Charter/Spectrum subscribers this show can be seen online on www.ctv13.net – Watch Programs – search ‘conservative’ – Episode #112.
Happy New Year 2017!
The Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee wishes everyone a Happy New Year and Best for 2017!
TONIGHT: Dec. 15th – ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” with State Rep. John Piscopo – 7PM Charter Channel 191 – Video up online
Written by Juliana Simone
“Conservative Chat” – Tonight, Thursday, December 15, 2016, at 7PM on Charter cable channel 191, Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee Chair and host Juliana Simone talks with the third-highest ranking officer in the House Republicans, State Representative, John Piscopo. (R-76) Juliana and John discuss his long tenure serving his district since 1989, the many committee’s he’s served on, his term as Chairman of ALEC (American Legislative Exchange Council) in Washington D.C. and his recent visit there, the national election, the state election that brought gains to the House and the Senate, the state debt and what needs to be done to reduce it and eventually eliminate it, his goals for the next session beginning in January, his bill to make the English language the official state language and more!
For those outside the viewing area or who are not Charter/Spectrum subscribers, this program can be seen online after this following Monday on www.ctv13.net under Watch Programs, search the word conservative, episode 111 or use the direct link below.
https://communityaccesstv.viebit.com/player.php?hash=wPJUgVN8xwG4
Sen. Witkos and Rep. LeGeyt – Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign Bell Ringing Avon Dec. 14th
Sen. Witkos and Rep. LeGeyt will join fellow volunteers ringing bells in Avon to raise money for the Salvation Army this holiday season. All are welcome to stop by and support the cause with donations of any size.
Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign bell ringing
Wednesday, December 14 from 4:30-5:30pm
Walmart – 255 W. Main Street, Avon, CT
The Salvation Army provides food, clothing, comfort and care to local residents as well as people in need across the United States.
Honored to Serve as Your State Senator – Witkos
I want to take a moment to thank my fellow residents in the 8th Senate District for placing your trust in me to represent our communities in Hartford. Being elected to the state Senate is an incredible honor and I am extremely proud to have earned the support of people throughout Avon, Barkhamsted, Canton, Colebrook, Granby, Hartland, Harwinton, New Hartford, Norfolk, Simsbury and Torrington.
Senator Witkos joins fellow Republican Senators at a state Capitol press conference to announce their election wins.
I also want to express my sincere appreciation for my family, friends and volunteers who have supported me and my vision for a better Connecticut. As Senate Minority Leader Pro Tempore I will continue to fight for change in Hartford to make our state a great place to live, work and raise our families.
Connecticut is a beautiful state that sadly faces many challenges. Together we have to address these challenges head on. We must work together to reduce burdens on families, grow jobs and create a business environment people can be confident about. Now that the Republican minority party has gained 3 seats in the state Senate, we have tied the Democrats 18-18 and will share control of the chamber. I look forward to this change and hope it will foster more balanced conversations and encourage collaboration across the aisle to do what is in the best interest of our state and our residents.
As I prepare for a new legislative session, I also look forward to hearing from all of you, my constituents. As your state senator, it’s my responsibility to bring your voices and unique ideas to Hartford. I firmly believe that no single person owns a monopoly on good ideas. So when it comes to solving the state’s mounting budget problems or enacting new state policy, I believe every person should have an opportunity to share their ideas for bettering our state. To make your voice heard, please visit my website at www.senatorwitkos.com and click “Take Action.”
Thank you for your support and trust.
-Kevin Witkos