Antiquing and Leading: How Deborah Norman Follows Her Passions to Contribute to Her Community
Pulling from her lifelong interest in art, history, and politics, this business owner reminds us to stay involved in the political process. Deborah Norman’s passion for history connects two major sides of her. On one hand, Norman is the owner of Stonington small business Grand and Water… Read More
“If you want to win, you can win”: Introducing Emerge Alumna Diana Singer
Diana Singer, an Emerge 2019 Alumna, joined Emerge because of two women: her daughter and Hillary Clinton. After her loss in 2016, Clinton sent out an email to supporters about Emerge, encouraging women to enroll in the program. Singer’s daughter saw the letter,… Read More
Vanita Bhalla
Rising the Tide: How Vanita Bhalla Strives Both Professionally and Politically To Help Others Use Their Voice A lifelong commitment to bringing out the best in others, Bhalla always brings her best self to her job and to local politics. This week,… Read More
Lisa Tepper Bates
Say What You Need To Say: How Lisa Tepper Bates’ fearless leadership, coalition building and question asking set a local and national model for addressing homelessness Amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, this Emerge alumna is working to keep Connecticut safe, housed, and healthy. This… Read More
Letter: Portland DTC pledges to pursue equity, inclusion
To the Editor: The Portland Democratic Town Committee stands with all those in Connecticut, across the United States, and around the world who are raising their voices in protest against systemic racism and police brutality. We are appalled by the murder of George Floyd. We mourn his death and others who… Read More
Misguided protesters undermine safe re-opening
It’s time to say a word about the “Re-Open America” movement. Throughout the country – and here in Connecticut as recently as Monday – small gatherings of self-proclaimed “patriots” are protesting the continued stay-at-home orders and physical distancing. Far from being brave freedom fighters, these people are reckless, selfish and… Read More
Connecticut: A place where everyone — of any race — should thrive
Last fall, there were several pieces published in the Hartford Courant and CTMirror related to the many strengths and challenges Connecticut has faced over time and what is driving our population to stay here or leave. Regardless of side of the debate, each author also recognized the potential of… Read More