Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell

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Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell

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Sep 27, 2021

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Cromwell needs new energy, and Aigné Goldsby has it. She joins us to talk about the importance of good schools, economic development, and that promise to deliver homemade mac n cheese (to one person in particular).

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Sep 27, 2021

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Titles in the series (25)

What's going on in Connecticut politics? Elected officials and candidates join the CT Dems for a discussion about the issues that matter to Connecticut voters.

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#16: Gregg Haddad and Michael Li: Redistricting! Co-chair of CT’s redistricting committee, Rep. Gregg Haddad joins us, along with national expert Michael Li of NYU, to discuss this year’s redistricting in Connecticut (where it’s bipartisan), the process in other states (where it isn’t), how YOU can participate, and the promise of HR 1 in Congress. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
48 min listen
Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell: Cromwell needs new energy, and Aigné Goldsby has it. She joins us to talk about the importance of good schools, economic development, and that promise to deliver homemade mac n cheese (to one person in particular). by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
15 min listen
Roberto Alves for Mayor of Danbury: Roberto Alves’ family immigrated to the US when he was 5 years old and settled in Danbury. Now, he’s running to lead the city. He discusses his vision for Danbury — its schools, its incredible diversity, and its amazing potential. Then, there’s that Trashers documentary… by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
21 min listen
New Canaan Board of Ed Slate: In New Canaan, a small group of GOP ideologues have kicked tradition to the curb and are threatening the town’s long tradition of co-operation on the Board of Education. This year, reason is on the ballot. Penny Rashin, Janet Fonss, Fatou Niang, and Jennifer Hladick join us. Learn more at newcanaanboecandidates.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
29 min listen
Jonathan Steinberg for First Selectman of Westport: Climate change is a big threat and traffic is a major headache for Westport residents. Jonathan Steinberg is ready to tackle both. He’s also eager to promote Westport’s arts scene and make sure downtown thrives. He joins us to talk about his campaign and the promise of making Westport better than ever. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
20 min listen
Jesse Schoolnik for Mayor of Vernon: Vernon is a purple town with a far-right Mayor. Democrat Jesse Schnoolnik is running to bring bipartisanship back to Vernon, ensure voting rights for all, and focus on economic development. He also talks with Michael Cerulli about public safety, improvement in the schools, and where you should be sure to go next time you visit Vernon. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
24 min listen
#19: Ned Lamont and Rebecca Hyland: Ned Lamont believes in Connecticut, and it comes through loud and clear. He chats with us about what it takes to keep our schools, our workforce, and our state's appeal to families among the best in the nation. And Rebecca Hyland, candidate for the 90th district in the state House, joins to talk about her desire to represent all of Wallingford and Middlefield and what you can learn about constituents one door-knock at a time. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
36 min listen
Peggy Lyons for First Selectman of Madison: Madison’s Superhero First Selectman, Peggy Lyons, joins us to chat about overcoming the multiple “once-in-a-hundred-years” crises that marked her first term, and what she will get done in her second. Listen, then go VOTE on Nov. 2! by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
18 min listen
Ted Hine for Mayor of New Milford: Ted Hine was born and raised in New Milford and is ready to revitalize the town he loves. He talks transparency, teaching, taxes – and tells a story or two from his conversations at the doorsteps of New Milford voters. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
18 min listen
Immacula Cann for Mayor of Stratford: Stratford is distressed, and needs new leadership. Immacula Cann knows how to lead a team and solve problems. Immacula talks about the challenges Stratford faces, the problem with municipal gerrymandering, and the 100-year-old woman who’s ready to help her make history. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
24 min listen
#21: Jim Himes and Trevor Crow: Do other politics podcasts talk about UFOs and competitive figure skating? Well, ours does! Rep. Jim Himes joins us to talk about Democratic accomplishments like the Inflation Reduction and CHIPS Acts, the nature of hearings and debates in the House (even when they're about UFOs), and the best way to spend a day in Fairfield County. And CT Senate candidate Trevor Crow (whose TikTok you need to go see ⛸️) on defending and expanding abortion rights, economic growth, and running in a swing district. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
40 min listen
#18 Susan Bysiewicz and Kevin Brown: Nobody knows CT as well as Susan Bysiewicz. The Lt. Governor joins us to discuss the remarkable difference four years makes: detailing the Lamont-Bysiewicz record of accomplishment, helping Connecticut families under pressure from the pandemic and rising costs, defending abortion rights, and learning a thing or two from all those conversations at the doors. Also, Kevin Brown talks about his plans for representing the people of Vernon in the CT House and the power of listening. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
39 min listen
#17: Denise Merrill and Maryam Khan: With voting rights under attack nationwide, we talk to Connecticut’s Sec. of the State Denise Merrill about our efforts to EXPAND voting rights and the lessons of the 2020 election. We also sit down with Maryam Khan, the Democratic nominee for CT House in the March 1 special election. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
34 min listen
#22: Erick Russell and Tim Gavin: Let's talk money! Treasurer candidate Erick Russell joins to discuss the state of the state's finances, the role of the Treasurer, and another way the state can expand access to abortion. Plus, CT Senate candidate and veteran Tim Gavin on what drew him to public service, what he's learned from both his military and civilian careers, and how to put it all to use to be a better representative for people in the 28th district. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
48 min listen
#26: Tennessee You At the Polls: New year, new format! Mike and Dave welcome Grace to the team as they discuss the GOP own-goal in Tennessee and the implications of expelling sitting legislators, Eerily Voting in Connecticut, and what to do about Earth Day. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
31 min listen
#20: Stephanie Thomas and Dominique Johnson: All eyes are on Secretary of the State races around the country, and CT is no exception. Stephanie Thomas talks with Jesse about her race for that critical office, and State Rep. candidate Dominque Johnson joins David at a festival in the district to talk about what it means to be a true representative. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
44 min listen
#25: Joe Courtney and Lisa Thomas: It's Eastern CT Day on the podcast (with ghost stories!) Congressman Joe Courtney, who knows a thing or two about close elections, chats with Mike about the urgency of 2022 and the work he's done for Connecticut's second district. And CT Senate candidate Lisa Thomas talks with Jesse about the value of face-to-face conversations when it comes to both solving problems and winning votes (even if the voter lives in Illinois). joecourtney.com lisaforstatesenate.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
45 min listen
#23: Sean Scanlon and Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman: On the road edition! Comptroller candidate Sean Scanlon joins Mike for a wide-ranging chat as they drive from Stamford to UConn (!), and CT Senate candidate Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman calls in from the road to talk about putting her history of activism and action to work for NW Connecticut. See: seanforct.com | eva4senate.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
78 min listen
#27: Book Bans, a Budget, and Bob (Duff): Voting rights! Red Lights! Witchcraft! We look at some of the legislation passed this term, shine a spotlight on the book-banning efforts we're fighting in CT, and talk with CT Sen. Bob Duff of Norwalk. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
46 min listen
#24: Jahana Hayes and Paul Honig: Life informs legislating for both US Rep Jahana Hayes and CT Senate candidate Paul Honig. On this week's episode, Rep. Hayes talks about her path to Congress, her approach to the job, and the urgency of this election. And Paul Honig discusses advocating for legislation as his "on-ramp" to running, his experiences talking to thousands of voters, and what he learned by building a net-zero energy house. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
41 min listen
#28: Thinking Nationally, Acting Locally: Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins us from the road. We also look at efforts to ban books, discuss the importance of local elections (see: the effort to ban books), and predict the fate of GOP Presidential candidates (including one you never heard of). by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
61 min listen
#30: Primary Thoughts & Treasurer Erick Russell: This week, we take a look at the results of our Presidential Primary, look back on some predictions from last September about the GOP field, and hear from Treasurer Erick Russell about Connecticut's progress and financial health, baby bonds, and his first year in office. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
42 min listen
#31: Every Vote Matters & Mayor Roberto Alves: Newly-elected Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves joins us to reflect on his first few months leading the Hat City and the challenges mayors face. Plus, the panel looks at close elections and the big difference a few votes can make. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
40 min listen
#29: Early Voting Comes to CT & Rep. Christine Palm on the Climate Protection Act: CT votes EARLY for the Presidential Primary and we're back with all the info on that, a few bills before the state legislature, and an in-depth talk with Rep. Christine Palm about the Climate Protection Act. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
37 min listen
#32: The (first 34) Verdicts Are In & Candidate Aaron Zimmer: This week, the panel considers the effect of the many, many guilty verdicts handed to the CT Republicans' favorite candidate in a New York courtroom. Plus, we chat with Aaron Zimmer, candidate for the CT State Legislature and host of the podcast The 107 (which you should listen to next!) by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
27 min listen

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#32: The (first 34) Verdicts Are In & Candidate Aaron Zimmer: This week, the panel considers the effect of the many, many guilty verdicts handed to the CT Republicans' favorite candidate in a New York courtroom. Plus, we chat with Aaron Zimmer, candidate for the CT State Legislature and host of the podcast The 107 (which you should listen to next!) by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
27 min listen
#31: Every Vote Matters & Mayor Roberto Alves: Newly-elected Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves joins us to reflect on his first few months leading the Hat City and the challenges mayors face. Plus, the panel looks at close elections and the big difference a few votes can make. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
40 min listen
#30: Primary Thoughts & Treasurer Erick Russell: This week, we take a look at the results of our Presidential Primary, look back on some predictions from last September about the GOP field, and hear from Treasurer Erick Russell about Connecticut's progress and financial health, baby bonds, and his first year in office. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
42 min listen
#29: Early Voting Comes to CT & Rep. Christine Palm on the Climate Protection Act: CT votes EARLY for the Presidential Primary and we're back with all the info on that, a few bills before the state legislature, and an in-depth talk with Rep. Christine Palm about the Climate Protection Act. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
37 min listen
#28: Thinking Nationally, Acting Locally: Comptroller Sean Scanlon joins us from the road. We also look at efforts to ban books, discuss the importance of local elections (see: the effort to ban books), and predict the fate of GOP Presidential candidates (including one you never heard of). by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
61 min listen
#27: Book Bans, a Budget, and Bob (Duff): Voting rights! Red Lights! Witchcraft! We look at some of the legislation passed this term, shine a spotlight on the book-banning efforts we're fighting in CT, and talk with CT Sen. Bob Duff of Norwalk. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
46 min listen
#26: Tennessee You At the Polls: New year, new format! Mike and Dave welcome Grace to the team as they discuss the GOP own-goal in Tennessee and the implications of expelling sitting legislators, Eerily Voting in Connecticut, and what to do about Earth Day. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
31 min listen
#25: Joe Courtney and Lisa Thomas: It's Eastern CT Day on the podcast (with ghost stories!) Congressman Joe Courtney, who knows a thing or two about close elections, chats with Mike about the urgency of 2022 and the work he's done for Connecticut's second district. And CT Senate candidate Lisa Thomas talks with Jesse about the value of face-to-face conversations when it comes to both solving problems and winning votes (even if the voter lives in Illinois). joecourtney.com lisaforstatesenate.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
45 min listen
#24: Jahana Hayes and Paul Honig: Life informs legislating for both US Rep Jahana Hayes and CT Senate candidate Paul Honig. On this week's episode, Rep. Hayes talks about her path to Congress, her approach to the job, and the urgency of this election. And Paul Honig discusses advocating for legislation as his "on-ramp" to running, his experiences talking to thousands of voters, and what he learned by building a net-zero energy house. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
41 min listen
#23: Sean Scanlon and Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman: On the road edition! Comptroller candidate Sean Scanlon joins Mike for a wide-ranging chat as they drive from Stamford to UConn (!), and CT Senate candidate Eva Bermúdez Zimmerman calls in from the road to talk about putting her history of activism and action to work for NW Connecticut. See: seanforct.com | eva4senate.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
78 min listen
#22: Erick Russell and Tim Gavin: Let's talk money! Treasurer candidate Erick Russell joins to discuss the state of the state's finances, the role of the Treasurer, and another way the state can expand access to abortion. Plus, CT Senate candidate and veteran Tim Gavin on what drew him to public service, what he's learned from both his military and civilian careers, and how to put it all to use to be a better representative for people in the 28th district. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
48 min listen
#21: Jim Himes and Trevor Crow: Do other politics podcasts talk about UFOs and competitive figure skating? Well, ours does! Rep. Jim Himes joins us to talk about Democratic accomplishments like the Inflation Reduction and CHIPS Acts, the nature of hearings and debates in the House (even when they're about UFOs), and the best way to spend a day in Fairfield County. And CT Senate candidate Trevor Crow (whose TikTok you need to go see ⛸️) on defending and expanding abortion rights, economic growth, and running in a swing district. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
40 min listen
#20: Stephanie Thomas and Dominique Johnson: All eyes are on Secretary of the State races around the country, and CT is no exception. Stephanie Thomas talks with Jesse about her race for that critical office, and State Rep. candidate Dominque Johnson joins David at a festival in the district to talk about what it means to be a true representative. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
44 min listen
#19: Ned Lamont and Rebecca Hyland: Ned Lamont believes in Connecticut, and it comes through loud and clear. He chats with us about what it takes to keep our schools, our workforce, and our state's appeal to families among the best in the nation. And Rebecca Hyland, candidate for the 90th district in the state House, joins to talk about her desire to represent all of Wallingford and Middlefield and what you can learn about constituents one door-knock at a time. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
36 min listen
#18 Susan Bysiewicz and Kevin Brown: Nobody knows CT as well as Susan Bysiewicz. The Lt. Governor joins us to discuss the remarkable difference four years makes: detailing the Lamont-Bysiewicz record of accomplishment, helping Connecticut families under pressure from the pandemic and rising costs, defending abortion rights, and learning a thing or two from all those conversations at the doors. Also, Kevin Brown talks about his plans for representing the people of Vernon in the CT House and the power of listening. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
39 min listen
#17: Denise Merrill and Maryam Khan: With voting rights under attack nationwide, we talk to Connecticut’s Sec. of the State Denise Merrill about our efforts to EXPAND voting rights and the lessons of the 2020 election. We also sit down with Maryam Khan, the Democratic nominee for CT House in the March 1 special election. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
34 min listen
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18 min listen
Immacula Cann for Mayor of Stratford: Stratford is distressed, and needs new leadership. Immacula Cann knows how to lead a team and solve problems. Immacula talks about the challenges Stratford faces, the problem with municipal gerrymandering, and the 100-year-old woman who’s ready to help her make history. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
24 min listen
Jonathan Steinberg for First Selectman of Westport: Climate change is a big threat and traffic is a major headache for Westport residents. Jonathan Steinberg is ready to tackle both. He’s also eager to promote Westport’s arts scene and make sure downtown thrives. He joins us to talk about his campaign and the promise of making Westport better than ever. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
20 min listen
Jesse Schoolnik for Mayor of Vernon: Vernon is a purple town with a far-right Mayor. Democrat Jesse Schnoolnik is running to bring bipartisanship back to Vernon, ensure voting rights for all, and focus on economic development. He also talks with Michael Cerulli about public safety, improvement in the schools, and where you should be sure to go next time you visit Vernon. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
24 min listen
Ted Hine for Mayor of New Milford: Ted Hine was born and raised in New Milford and is ready to revitalize the town he loves. He talks transparency, teaching, taxes – and tells a story or two from his conversations at the doorsteps of New Milford voters. by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
18 min listen
New Canaan Board of Ed Slate: In New Canaan, a small group of GOP ideologues have kicked tradition to the curb and are threatening the town’s long tradition of co-operation on the Board of Education. This year, reason is on the ballot. Penny Rashin, Janet Fonss, Fatou Niang, and Jennifer Hladick join us. Learn more at newcanaanboecandidates.com by Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast
29 min listen
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21 min listen
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Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell

Aigné Goldsby for Mayor of Cromwell

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Titles in the series (25)

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