Linda's Blog
When Will Dick Blumenthal Take A Stand Against Washington’s Unpopular Health Care Law?
As Washington pushed through its unpopular health care bill, Congress told us that once Americans learned more about it, they would be happy it was passed. But a recent CNN/Opinion Research poll shows a majority of Americans still oppose the new law. It shouldn’t be surprising that ... More »
Our Highest Gratitude
Over Memorial Day weekend, I had the opportunity to attend events around the state honoring those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. The Naugatuck parade was packed with folks thankful for those who gave their lives to keep us safe. And in Trumbull, I met ... More »
Time to Focus on Jobs
Washington has lost its focus. We continue to face near double digit unemployment, but Congress has turned to other problems in the midst of an election year. The Hill reported yesterday morning that even when congressional leaders hold an “economic forum,” they tend to get sidetracked ... More »
Washington’s Burdensome Regulations
Business leaders are worried that the stifling regulations coming out of Washington will slow our economy even further. A quarterly study from the accounting firm PricewaterhouseCoopers found that 73 percent of respondents believed legislative or regulatory reforms could hinder economic growth over the next 12 months. ... More »
Job Creation for Connecticut Graduates
Campaigning around Connecticut, I have met countless students who are worried about their future. Many are experiencing the effects of this recession directly as they near graduation and begin looking for jobs. Next month, thousands of Connecticut college students will graduate, hoping to enter the workforce. ... More »