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Media Hit | Democracy

New Poll Shows Voters Want Big $$ Out of Politics

More than $6 billion was spent nationally on this year’s elections and a poll conducted by two Washington-based good government groups suggests voters on both sides of the aisle are tired of big money in politics and ready for reform.

Media Hit | Tax

CT News Junkie: Report: Connecticut Failing on Spending Transparency

The second annual “Following the Money” report by the Connecticut Public Interest Research Group gave the state failing marks on government transparency due to its lack of internet information on government spending.

Media Hit | Transportation

The Day: Central College Express

Escalating gas prices make the idea of a refurbished, passenger-carrying Central Corridor Rail line all the more enticing. Its potential to boost economic growth could make it a winner.

Media Hit | Health Care

CT Mirror: Beyond the Budget: Health Exchange Another Major Task for Malloy

The state budget gets most of the public attention, but the Malloy administration has another major project to tackle this year: creating a health insurance marketplace known as the exchange.

Media Hit | Consumer Protection

CT News Junkie: Lawmakers and Health Advocates Propose Ban on Chemical In Paper Receipts

People have begun looking to individual states to enact protective legislation because of the federal government’s inability to adequately address the issue, she said. And Connecticut has been a leader in tackling the issue, in large part thanks to the work of many lawmakers who recognize the gravity of the situation, Hulick said.

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