by Zachary Janowski | May 18, 2011 | Features, General, Taxes & Spending
One of Connecticut’s legislative commissions is seeking bids to host a September golf tournament with a 52-page request for proposals. The Latino and Puerto Rican Affairs Commission will use the tournament to raise money for its scholarship fund, according to Lucy...
by Zachary Janowski | May 12, 2011 | Features, General, State Budget
Gov. Dannel Malloy signed a new budget into law last week, putting in place a framework for solving Connecticut’s projected $3.5 billion deficit, but the state still has long-term financial challenges it needs to face. Malloy’s budget hinges on the ability of his...
by Zachary Janowski | May 9, 2011 | Features, General, State Budget
It is well known that Gov. Dannel Malloy makes $150,000 in salary. In fact, the salaries of most state employees are public information. But what do the union negotiators who represent state employees make? The federal government collects information on four of the 13...
by Zachary Janowski | May 6, 2011 | Features, General, Health Care, Video
The Windham cable access show Face of Pro-Life invited Zachary Janowski to talk about SustiNet on March 22. Although the legislation has changed since this appearance was recorded, it still provides a good summary of SustiNet’s ultimate goals and the challenges...
by Zachary Janowski | May 4, 2011 | Features, General, Health Care
Rep. Joe Courtney, D-2nd, told seniors during a telephone town hall Wednesday night the Republican plan to divide Medicare is unfair. Courtney explained current Medicare coverage would remain in place for Americans currently 55 or older, while people under 55 will...