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Letter to the Editor: Carney Displays Sound Reasoning, Common Sense, Compassion; Deserves Re-election

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To the Editor:

I am voting to re-elect Rep. Devin Carney for the Connecticut State House of Representatives in the 23rd District. Devin, like many of his constituents, grew up in the district, attended local public schools, and has worked here for years. Devin Carney is Connecticut shoreline through and through and he understands what it takes to represent this area. I see how hard he works on legislation and policy and how much time and dedication he puts into the communities he represents. Many of his nights and weekends are spent meeting with constituents, attending events or state and local public hearings, or volunteering.

As a senior in college and a proud 2017 Lyme-Old Lyme graduate, I would like Connecticut to be a place where I can have opportunity and Devin has worked on legislation to make that a reality. He supports the “Learn Here, Live Here” program to help local young people purchase their first home, he supports increasing job training opportunities for in-demand careers, and he will continue to advocate for our schools, our safety, our health, and our beautiful coastline.

I believe that Devin will usher in a more modern Connecticut with his millennial views on social and business values. Devin created the bipartisan young legislators caucus and the bipartisan clean energy caucus and continues to be active in the national bipartisan Millennial Action Project where he represents Connecticut. Devin Carney is a man that I respect and am thankful for because in times of conflict, division, and malice, Devin still believes that there is more that unites us than divides us and will continue to work towards compromise. He votes using sound reasoning, common sense and compassion to make Connecticut the best state it can be. I urge you to vote to re-elect Devin Carney, our State Representative.  

Sincerely,

Corey Knepshield,
Old Lyme.

Letter to the Editor: Rubino Will Not Be Restricted by Party Lines in His Quest For Solutions That Benefit Local Community

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To the Editor:

I am writing to encourage your readers to support and vote for Dave Rubino, the democratic candidate for the 23rd House District to represent Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook and Westbrook. I have had the opportunity to meet Dave, and talk with him about the issues that drive him as a person and a professional. Dave is a lawyer, with both business and human rights experience. His work on international voting rights demonstrated a shift in him professionally, putting his money where his mouth is, and fighting for what he valued.

While the national election for President captures the most attention, it is our local representatives that have the biggest impact on our lives on a day-to-day basis. David’s international legal work was bi-partisan in nature, working under both republican and democratic presidents. We need that willingness to work towards solutions – regardless of party – that bring progress to our community.

Dave has stepped up in recent years to volunteer and work in his community as a member of the Old Lyme Economic Development Commission. As our state and community work our way towards recovery and navigating the COVID crisis, we will need leaders willing to listen and represent the interests of our small businesses and navigating what is best for our community from a public health standpoint. As a member of the Old Saybrook Board of Selectman and chair of the
Economic Development Commission, I am confident in David’s ability to provide that for our community.

Sincerely,

Matt Pugliese,
Old Saybrook.

Editor’s Note: The writer is an Old Saybrook Selectman and Chair of Old Saybrook Economic Development Commission.

Letter to the Editor: Carney Deserves Re-election, No One Works Harder for Lyme-Old Lyme Community

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To the Editor:

Rep. Devin Carney is a champion for Lyme and Old Lyme at the State Capitol. Among his many accomplishments, he has worked to defeat the high-speed train from decimating our community,  helped secure funding for Old Lyme’s library and open space in Lyme, and supported local parents in their fight to stop state-mandated school regionalization.

Locally, Devin is active in Old Saybrook Rotary, which provides scholarships to Lyme–Old Lyme students; he’s a member of the Lyme–Old Lyme Chamber of Commerce; and he serves on the Old Lyme Zoning Board of Appeals.  No one works harder for our community!

Over his six years in office, Devin has amassed a successful record of fighting for his constituents; he knows his district and he knows his way around the capitol. There is still work to be done, and with his committee assignments and House leadership status, Devin Carney is the right person to continue representing the 23rd District in Hartford. He has my vote and I hope he can count on yours.

Sincerely,

Ellen Cole,
Old Lyme.

Our Policy Regarding Letters to the Editor

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LYME/OLD LYME — We look forward to receiving your Letters to the Editor regarding the upcoming election and so thought it would be helpful to republish our policy regarding Letters.

Letters must not exceed our 450-word limit.

Letter writers must supply their name, home town, and telephone number for verification purposes.  They also should note any political memberships/affiliations.

We will publish a maximum of one letter every two weeks from each individual letter-writer.

We will publish letters and op-ed’s related to the Nov. 3 election through midnight Saturday, Oct. 31.  The only letters which will be published Sunday, Nov. 1 and Monday, Nov. 2, will be those directly related to letters previously published.

No letters related to the election will be published Nov. 3.

Letter to the Editor: It’s Time for Change, Rubino Will Promote Climate of Equality as State Rep.

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To the Editor:

I met Dave Rubino last year while working on a local election in Old Lyme.  You learn a lot about a person when you are knocking on doors and phone calling together.  I was immediately drawn to his passion to serve the people.  As a Human Rights Lawyer, who has work in the US and overseas, he has a breadth of knowledge and experience about creating a climate of equality that we desperately need in our country right now.

I realize we don’t have term limits, but I only wish we did.  I do believe that even the best intentioned politician loses their passion after a certain amount of time in office.  Although well meaning, I do believe Devin Carney has lost his edge for serving the people and putting his heart into his responsibilities as the State Representative.  It is through the ballot box that we can enact term limits and bring a fresh perspective to and energy for our district state representative. seat.  The year 2020 is a time for change.  I trust Dave Rubino and I plan to support him with my vote on Election Day.  I hope you will join me!

Sincerely,

Kathleen Tracy,
Old Lyme.