Winsted, CT

Political Observations By William T. Barrante, Watertown      David R. Zukerman makes a very good point in his October 25 article, "It's Lack of Conscience, People." The real problem with our democratic political system is that the best people not only are not always elected, but they may not even be on the ballot. More ... Nepotocracy Term limits don’t bother a politician Once he starts a-wishin’ After his time in office is done By David R. Zukerman, NYC and Winsted      Next comes his wife, daughter or son. More ... Not Satisfied with Business as Usual By Ken Jones, Canton      Decisions made in the state capitol have tangible impact on us. We expect the very best from those we vote into office; therefore, I'm voting for Tom Sevigny for State Senate in the 8th District. More ... Torrington Deserves No Less By John Kovaleski, Torrington      I have offered a number of articles in The Voice over the past few weeks discussing my record and the challenges ahead. More ... Representing the Whole 63rd District By Carmella Lattizori, Pleasant Valley      As the former First Selectman of Barkhamsted, I had the privilege of serving with George Wilber and collaborating with him on several local issues. George was instrumental in organizing local leaders to persuade the state to grant $8 million for the cleanup of Regional Refuse District #1 (the landfi... More ... John Morris Has What It Takes By Dell Eads, Kent      Having spent 24 years representing northwest Connecticut as a state representative and state senator, I know what it takes to do the job. John Morris has what it takes to be a state representative. More ... Don’t Risk a Change in the 64th District By Brandon Podos, Torrington      I first met Roberta Willis at our local diner two years ago. She impressed me as a person who really listened to the concerns of families in the Northwest Corner. More ... Willis Helped Restore Elder Health Funding By Patricia D. Walsh, Salisbury      In April of this year those of us who work in senior citizen related positions learned, much to our dismay, that Governor Rowland was planning to cut all funding for the Elderly Health Screening Service from the July 2002-June 2003 budget. More ... Let’s Stand Behind Jim Maloney By Hal Ljongquist, Wolcott      Folks in the Fifth Congressional District have a very important decision to make on November 5 when choosing our representation in Congress. Jim Maloney has always been available and has a very good voting record on the issues which affect the average person. More ... Your Vote Does Count By Lynne San Angelo, Naugatuck      When my husband Ron came home one day last summer and told me that he was going to go and talk to Governor Rowland about seeking the nomination to run for the office of Secretary of the State, I wasn't too surprised. More ... How Stupid Does He Think We Are? By Matthew Valenti, New Hartford      Governor Rowland and his supporters must think that everyone in the state of Connecticut is gullible, naive, and stupid. Nothing else can explain the actions of this reckless Connecticut leader. More ... Dedicated to Those He Serves By Janet C. Gregg, Torrington      It is a genuine privilege for me to write to you on behalf of Michael Magistrali. I have known Michael since he played with the neighborhood kids, including mine, in an empty lot that was behind his grandmother's house and ours. More ... Re-Elect Probate Judge Magistrali By Ethan Nadle, Torrington      I strongly urge voters in Torrington and Goshen to re-elect Michael Magistrali as your probate judge. More ... Exactly the Kind of Person We Need By T.J. Zappulla, Torrington      I’m writing to urge the voters of Torrington and Goshen to re-elect Michael F. Magistrali as probate judge for Torrington and Goshen. In the four years that he has served as probate judge, he has done a masterful job of balancing his responsibilities as probate judge, private attorney, husband to my... More ... Pre-emptive Attacks and Greed By Bob Davidson, Canton      What Pre-emptive Attack? More ... Neighborhood News Is Back! By Nina R. Phalen, Torrington      The people at the Sullivan Senior Center knew who to contact when Cablevision dropped a popular show in Litchfield County called Neighborhood News, which was broadcast daily. More ...