To the Editor:

As a mother voting in this election, I feel a responsibility to support a candidate who will be a strong advocate for the environment and who will demonstrate a commitment to address the climate crisis. I would like to see a more robust response to this crucial issue, and hope to have a more enlightened approach by newly elected representatives. I was impressed to learn that Dave Rubino, candidate for State Representative in the 23rd Assembly District, was endorsed by the CT Chapter of the Sierra Club and the Sunrise Movement. He is a strong supporter of the CT Green New Deal to protect the environment and understands that a “green economy” is an asset to the state economy and job growth. Dave is also committed to helping CT develop an effective plan to replace fossil fuel with solar and wind energy.

Dave Rubino also recognizes that the natural beauty of CT must be preserved for future generations and to promote tourism, so vital to the state economy. Protecting our rivers, lakes, marshes, and woodlands must be a legislative priority, but we must also take measures now to minimize the impact of the climate crisis. Climate crisis education in our schools, which he supports, is but one measure to take now. We can no longer have legislators who deny, minimize, or ignore this devastating issue. I support Dave Rubino for State Representative because he has already demonstrated a commitment to protecting the environment and addressing climate change. This election, I’m voting for the future. It is also a vote for my children and a sustainable environment.

Sincerely,

Sarah Foley,
Old Lyme.

To the Editor:

As a mom, the quality of education in Old Lyme is extremely important to me, that’s why I am supporting Devin Carney for re-election. Devin has always stood up for Lyme-Old Lyme schools while at the Capitol and fought against policies that would have been a detriment.

Last year, hundreds of Lyme-Old Lyme parents testified against bills that would have led to state forced school regionalization. One of the bills even proposed splitting Lyme and Old Lyme up into two different large districts. The proposed massive school districts would have taken away our local control and reduced our input. Devin Carney stood up for local parents and students and worked to stop these proposals. He held a forum on the topic to give parents the opportunity to speak out and to let them know that their voices were being heard. This is the type of service I look for from a State Representative.

Devin has also supported legislation to improve school safety, protect student data privacy, and to improve internship opportunities for our students. He understands that our schools are a big reason why people move to Lyme and Old Lyme and a driver for our property values. I know he will continue to be a strong advocate for our children and our public schools and that’s why I will be voting for him on November 3rd.

Sincerely,

Maria Corrao Marchant,
Old Lyme.

To the Editor:

Human rights attorney Dave Rubino is challenging Devin Carney for the House of Representatives seat in the 23rd District.  Dave’s position on many social issues differs markedly from Devin’s.  As indicated on Dave’s campaign website, he supports:

1. criminal justice reform;
2. a strong social safety net;
3. adequate paid family and medical leave; and
4. a reasonable living wage. 
   

On the other hand, Devin voted AGAINST the following bills in the Connecticut General Assembly:

• 2020–HB 6004, An Act Concerning Police Accountability;
• 2019–SB 380, An Act Concerning the Use of Force and Pursuits by Police and Increasing Police Accountability and Transparency;
• 2019—SB 1, An Act Concerning Paid Family and Medical Leave;
• 2019—HB 5004, An Act increasing the Minimum Fair Wage; and
• 2018—HB 5460, An Act Concerning Minimum Employee Wages for Providers of State-Administered Services for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities.

Please consider carefully which candidate’s positions more align with your own when you vote on November 3.

Sincerely,

Betsy Groth,
Old Lyme.