New National PAC with Connecticut Roots Launches to Support Democrats with Public Service Backgrounds

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New National PAC with Connecticut Roots Launches to Support Democrats with Public Service Backgrounds

A new national political action committee (PAC) is being launched to support Democrats running for office – at the federal, state, and local levels – with civil and public service backgrounds. The initiative is being led by Brett Broesder, a Connecticut-based veteran communications strategist who has spent over a decade working for Democratic campaigns and elected officials – at the federal, state, and local levels.

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Racism is a Public Health Crises, CT Senate Declares

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Racism is a Public Health Crises, CT Senate Declares

The Connecticut State Senate – with bipartisan support - has passed Senate Bill 1, which takes several key steps to address systemic racism in Connecticut. This bill declares racism a public health crisis; creates a cross-sector commission to set goals and create a strategic plan for dismantling systemic racism as it impacts public health; defines the doula profession; standardizes how race, ethnicity, and language data are collected; and takes other steps to address the impacts of racism on health in our state.

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As Academic Year Concludes, Addressing Anti-Asian Racism Remains Priority

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As Academic Year Concludes, Addressing Anti-Asian Racism Remains Priority

As the collegiate semester winds down and in-person commencement ceremonies hint at a return to near-normalcy, the past year, and particularly the past few months, have ongoing ramifications for the University of Connecticut’s Asian-American community, as is true on campuses and in communities across the country.

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Commemorative License Plates Raise Funds for Causes, Organizations Across Connecticut

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Commemorative License Plates Raise Funds for Causes, Organizations Across Connecticut

Connecticut state law establishes special license plates commemorating people, organizations, and causes in a variety of different categories. These plates bear distinct designs or logos and typically carry additional fees, and can be seen on vehicles throughout the state.

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Tourism Data Drives Launch of New Marketing Campaign as COVID Recedes

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Nearly two-thirds of residents in the Northeast said in a recent survey that once they are vaccinated they will feel comfortable engaging in tourism activities, including seeing live performances, attending festivals, and enjoying indoor attractions. The faster the vaccine rollout, the faster visitation will increase. That was the finding of a new, proprietary research program aimed at supporting the Connecticut tourism industry’s recovery.

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Connecticut Exports Drop 15% in 2020; Germany & Canada Are CT's Top Export Nations

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Connecticut Exports Drop 15% in 2020; Germany & Canada Are CT's Top Export Nations

Export sales by Connecticut companies were down 15% in 2020 when compared to 2019 levels, largely due to economic disruptions from COVID-19. Total Connecticut exports were $13.8 billion in 2020, down from $16.2 billion, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration. Aircraft engines and parts represented about 30% of overall CT exports, leading the way.

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