Middletown Candidates Debate Education, Who was silent?

Candidate Len Suzio 
for the 13th

Last week candidates who have districts in Middlesex county gathered to debate education. All incumbents and new challengers were invited to the debate moderated by local Izzy Greenberg director of the Middlesex Coalition for Children  Nothing was off the table. The Press did a fair job of summarizing what happened at the debate, but the most interesting outcome is what the article leaves out; who was silent. Format of the debate was a 5 minute intro where the candidates could introduce themselves followed by questions asked by Greenberg in which all candidates could raise their hand and answer; some all were called on, some 3-4 where chosen to answer. Candidates Linda Syznkowicz, for the 33rd District, and candidate Len Suzio, candidate for the 13th, came out strong against Common Core. Syznkowicz, a current member of Middletown's Board of Education, made it clear part of her reasoning was that local teachers where never consulted as to the make up of the curriculum.

The Press quotes Syznkowicz as follows: Szynkowicz said Common Core ignored teachers’ input. “You lose the teachers’ personality with everything,” said Szynkowicz, a member of the Middletown Board of Education. “We are spending more time teaching to testing, not teaching to learn.” Like Syznkowicz, republican candidate Suzio echoed this assessment, and encouraged parent involvement at early ages rather than the reliance on government programs. Rep. Matt Lesser of the 100th District, who has in years past supported the early release of violent juvenile offenders, who had earned credits, spoke in favor on not incarcerating juveniles, but education them instead.

Who was silent? In all this, 20+ year veteran (11 terms) of the state legislator incumbent Rep. Joe Serra never raised his hand to answer a single question after giving his 5 minute intro. His reason for being an "expert" on education is that his wife is a retired teacher. At last months DOT presentation in Middletown dealing with the remodeling of the treacherous Route 17 on ramp to Route 9, Serra, long time chair of the Legislature's Highway committee & CASHO left early dodging the crowd & reporters both eager with questions.

October 22 Green Street Arts Center on Green St Middletown will hold its meet & greet with the candidates, open to the public.

Conservative Roundup by Palin Smith : The Hillary Protest Rally & Common Core Updates

Greetings patriots:

 

Daria Novak organized a fabulous protest rally against Hillary Clinton. Our videos are completed. To see the results click on the link to my play list.

 

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL5wsVsNCEygqxhrAKTDxhJK4koU3WdDKY

 

Our videos from the overpass rally are still in production.

 

Here's one.

 

http://youtu.be/dCqH6QGh2Cg

 

 

Please download and print out this Common Core brochure to share. It's attached to this email.

 

The Glenn Beck movie is being shown in these theaters tomorrow at 8 PM.

 

Call to make sure.

 

Distribute the flyer to movie goers.

 

Let's get the word out.

 

 

Conservative Round up by Palin Smith: Notable Events Coming Up

Greetings South East CT patriots ARE YOU SMARTER THAN A 4TH GRADER? JOIN LOCAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS FOR AN INFORMATION NIGHT ABOUT THE REAL COMMON CORE SBAC PILOT TEST AND YOUR CONSTITUTIONAL PARENTAL RIGHTS TO OPT YOUR CHILD OUT OF TESTING Wednesday February 26, 2014 6:30 PM East Haddam Sportmans Club This is also known as the Moodus sportsman club.  299 East Haddam – Colchester Turnpike. • Actual Math and English questions for grades 4, 6 & 11 • Resources about your parental rights in public education • Sample “OPT OUT” letters • Step by step instructions how to opt your child out of SBAC testing • What to expect if you opt your child out; scare tactics and threats from administration • Practice test http://sbac.portal.airast.org/practice-test/ -------------------------------------------------- From the Stop Common Core Forum last Saturday..... Opting out of the SBAC testing..... http://youtu.be/wWna6OlmGGA ------------------------------------------------ Constitutional attorney Deb Stevenson will be there. Here's Deb adding her expertise to the Stop Common Core Seminar in Portland Saturday afternoon. Deb is an invaluable asset in the fight to Stop Common Core. http://youtu.be/XXiLjSbAtSs And Professor Jesse Turner will attend after his last class. http://youtu.be/fPKiTqzLpRc ------------------------------------------------- Please forward and share this invitation to your friends and family with school aged children, especially. Let's get a really good turnout. And learn about the real reason for Common Core. Palin Smith

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Conservative Round up: A Blue Print for Winning by Palin Smith

Below is a roundup of Conservative events being held this week. Complied and submitted by Palin Smith. Opinions are that of Palin Smith and do not necessarily reflect that of Insider Staff. 

GREETINGS PATRIOTS

Yesterday in Tolland, Willington and Ashford the 2nd Amendment won a stunning victory in a legislative district that had been safe for Democrats for over a generation. Our current Lieutenant Governor, Nancy Wyman, represented the 53rd district prior to her becoming Governor Malloy’s pet remora.

In a glorious victory, Tolland's Sam Belsito, 2nd Amendment defender, gun owner and traditional conservative blew away his opponent in a 58-42 percent landslide. Nearly 60 volunteers helped Belsito in Tolland, Willington and Ashford. A combination of local Republicans, Tea Party patriots and the newly energized gun enthusiasts fought as a coalition of allies with one goal in focus - VICTORY.

Let this be a lesson for the CT GOP. They have been trying to market the "new Coca Cola". That's John McKinney's crowd of gun-grabbing RINOs who falsely believe that behaving like Democrats wins elections. The American people already rejected the new Coke.

Sam Belsito is the traditional Coca Cola, the standard established by Ronald Reagan. Awaken Republicans! If conservatives like Mr. Belsito can win in a strong Democrat district, they can win almost everywhere in the state. Only twenty-three (23) more seats won and Republicans control the House. It is within reach.
http://courantblogs.com/capitol-watch/belsito-wins-53rd-district-special-election/#comment-129821

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The Belsito win in the 53rd spotlights the importance of volunteers in a state district campaign. A highly motivated group of activists can work wonders when they know they are right.

We’ve been organizing Tea Party and 2A patriots into thirty-six (36) lists based on state senate districts. Many Republican Town Committee members are heeding the call, refocusing their long-range views in a similar manner. During the 2014 campaign we will seek to form winning coalitions just like the successful Belsito Blueprint.

We’ve been receiving inquiries from a new surge of people offering “to help in any way they can”. Many of these new patriots arrive via Facebook. Yesterday I spoke at length with Brian from Beacon Falls, who in his own words, summed-up everyone’s concerns. The former Marine said, "I did not spend my years in the Marine Corps fighting for some other country's democracy to watch it crumble away here."

That sentiment is pervasive throughout the grass roots Liberty movement blooming within Connecticut. We’ve allowed Connecticut to become a “blue” state by believing the other side’s propaganda, and letting apathy guide our decisions. Sam Belsito proved that Connecticut can be a living, breathing free state again. Please join the movement now so that on November 4, 2014 we can cast off the yoke of one-party oppression that has been smothering our beautiful Connecticut!

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Some important upcoming events:

Friday June 14 - FLAG DAY RALLY AT SOUTHINGTON CENTER GREEN

Please join Sen. Joe Markley, Ziggy, CT Oath Keeper President, John Beidler, Republican State Central newcomer, Pablo Soto, Americans For Prosperity CT - JR Romano and many more Friday, June 14 at 6 PM - 7:30 PM for a celebration of America and her Flag.

Gene Meccariello, founder of the new Plainville/Southington Tea Party will be hosting the 3rd consecutive Flag Day rally at the Center Green. Come on out for as much time as you can. Bring your own flag or borrow one from yours truly. Be sure to bring your family. Video from 2012:
http://youtu.be/6DEmUJSnJyE

Monday June 17 - JOHN MCKINNEY IN POMFRET

Pomfret Community School
20 Pomfret St.
Pomfret Center, CT 06259

Republican State Senate Minority Leader, John McKinney will visit Pomfret to speak about the recently passed budget. This meeting was postponed in May to avoid a crowd of "angry gun nuts". McKinney is a co-leader in the legislature’s gun-grabber movement. He is a prospective contender for the Republican nomination for governor. Lt. Gov. candidate Penny Bacchiochi and Sen. Tony Guglielmo are also scheduled to attend.

Join us in the Quiet Corner to make sure Mr. McKinney’s visit is anything but quiet. There will be an ample supply of “John McKinney Must Go” yard signs for loan. Meet us at 6:20 PM for a 30 minute rally until McKinney arrives. Then attend the 7 PM meeting and ask tough questions. And speak up so we can hear you.
https://www.facebook.com/events/123763991165047/?notif_t=plan_user_invited

Last week in Cheshire we debuted the signs at the 4th anniversary Tea Party. We will welcome McKinney at every event he attends. When it comes to protecting the 2nd Amendment, McKinney failed the test. He won’t get a do-over. http://youtu.be/8nYP766UnEg

THURSDAY JUNE 20 - MARC STOLFI ART SHOW OPENING

Follow this link to the Facebook event page to see details. Marc Stolfi is an avid gun enthusiast, Tea Party patriot, my personal friend and fine family man. And a fabulous artist. Please make time to honor Marc and his contributions to the Liberty movement by attending the opening of his one-man show. Food and beverage is free. RSVP by tomorrow if possible so the caterer has a head count.
https://www.facebook.com/events/334461870014886/?ref=br_tf