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How early voting turned out in Stratford in 2024

Stratford's registrar on early voting turnout in the 2024 election, whether it raised overall participation, and how the Baldwin Center handled the crowds.

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Celebrating Local Wins and Facing National Challenges

I have been soul searching these past days, knowing that as the chair of the local Democratic Town Committee I have the honor to share my thoughts about the 2024 election.The easiest place to start is with my profound gratitude for Stratford.State Representative Joe Gresko won re-election again with a resounding 67% of the vote in the 121st District. 7th District Town Councilor Kaitlyn Shake continued to torment the Republicans, pulling off another monumental upset with a 54%—over one thousand v

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Inside early voting at Stratford's Baldwin Center

Stratford's registrar on how early voting ran at the Baldwin Center in October 2024, how it compared with Election Day, and how those ballots were counted.

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Kaitlyn Shake Receives Ella T. Grasso Women’s Leadership Award: A Celebration Of Empowerment And Democratic Excellence

Stratford, September 24, 2024: Last week, supporters came together to celebrate the remarkable achievements of Kaitlyn Shake, who was honored as one of the two distinguished leaders in the 3rd Congressional District by the Connecticut Democratic Party. The prestigious Ella T. Grasso Women’s Leadership Award, bestowed annually, recognizes extraordinary women who have made significant strides in promoting Democratic values and leadership across the state. Named in honor of the trailblazing Ella T.

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Preparing to vote early in Stratford's 2024 election

Stratford's registrar on why presidential voting began October 21, the options for voters away on Election Day, and how early voting went in the August primary.

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Stratford Democratic Party Condemns The BOE Vote To Terminate Superintendent Dr. Uyi Osunde

Stratford, CT – June 21, 2024 – The Stratford Democratic Town Committee strongly condemns the recent vote to terminate Dr. Uyi Osunde, Superintendent of Schools, following a baseless and politically motivated investigation by the Republican-controlled Board of Education (Michael Henrick, Kristen Bedell, Sean Kennedy, and William O’Brien). Their decision, driven by a vindictive agenda, undermines the integrity of our educational system and disrespects the commitment Dr. Osunde has shown to our st

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Why Stratford held a primary on August 13, 2024

Stratford's registrar explains the August 2024 Republican and Democratic primary ballots, and the poll workers needed for Connecticut's new early voting.

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What came next after the 2024 presidential primary

Stratford's registrar on the 2024 convention and primary calendar, why District 3 had a recount, and why longtime residents received residency letters.

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Democratic Board Of Education Members Denounce Republican-Driven Budget Cuts

Stratford, CT March 2, 2024 – The Democratic members of the Board of Education, Lisa Carroll-Fabian, Chris Cormier, and Jill D’Angelo-Powers, express deep concern and disappointment regarding the approval of the FY 24-25 BOE budget by the Republican majority. The approved budget doesn’t reflect the Board of Education’s goals; instead, it mirrors the priorities of the Republican administration. GOP-elected members have forsaken their duty to prioritize our students’ educational opportunities and