POLL: How to Close the Budget Gap in Connecticut
Try our new poll regarding the state’s budget deficit. There are two schools of thought. House Republicans have insisted that the Democrat-controlled legislature reduce state spending in these tough economic times, to find duplication of services and prioritize projects. Or, legislators could focus on finding more revenue. That could mean tax increases, more fees and fines. Let us know which method you prefer by using the poll on the left sidebar of our main page.
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4 Responses to “POLL: How to Close the Budget Gap in Connecticut”
How can you raise taxes if you haven’t trimmed the government’s fat? That’s like taking steroids when you weigh 400 pounds—you may get stronger….but you’re still fat.
Comment made on November 24th, 2008 at 8:11 pmEliminate the $10 million dollars per year stem cell research grants that include embryonic stem cell reasarch two years ago. First, it was morally reprehensible to do this. Second, it should be funded by private interests instead of state. Third, we simply don’t have the money to splurge on this type of thing. Job loss (if any) is minimal.
Nice, easy cut. Do it!
Comment made on November 25th, 2008 at 11:58 amwhy can’t democrats go line by line item and cut spending that isn’t absolutely necessary? if obama wants to do it, why is it so hard for CT democrats?
Comment made on November 25th, 2008 at 11:11 pmreduce,the spending!
Comment made on November 29th, 2008 at 12:20 pmLeave a Comment