Congressman Chris Murphy will debate his opponent Sam Caligiuri of Waterbury on Thursday, October 14th, from 7-8 p.m. at Wamogo High School, Litchfield. Thereafter, State Representative Craig Miner-66th District will debate his opponent Bill Zappone of Litchfield from 8:15-9:15 p.m.

The public is invited to attend.

Local Democrats will reconvene on Tuesday, August 31, 2010 at 7:30 p.m. at La Cupola's Restaurant, 637 Bantam Road, Litchfield, to nominate a candidate to run in the 66th District against current State Representative Craig Miner. Nathaniel Peters-Kroll from Woodbury was previously nominated in May but withdrew his candidacy, creating the vacancy.

Bill Zappone, a five year resident of Litchfield and sales representative for Xerox, is expected to become the new nominee.

The 66th District is made up of Litchfield, Woodbury, Morris, Warren and Bethlehem.

For further information contact Audrey Blondin, Permanent Chair at 860-489-8997 or William Conti, Litchfield Democratic Town Committee Chairman at 860-482-4451.

The 30th District Republicans will be holding a legislative forum Thursday, June 17th at 7:30 a.m. at the Fife n' Drum Restaurant on Route 7 in Kent. The cost of the breakfast is $25.00.

State Senator Andrew Roraback will be joined by State Representatives John Rigby, Mary Ann Carson, Clark Chapin, Craig Miner, David Scribner, Art O'Neill and John Piscopo to give a review of the 2010 legislative session and answer questions from those attending.

Proceeds from the breakfast will be used for the 2010 elections.

To reserve your place, please call John Morris at 860-693-0757 or Carol Perrone at 203-947-1561.

Sam Caligiuri announces that he has earned the endorsement of the Litchfield Republican Town Committee.

"Sam has the ideal combination of integrity, experience, and conservative credentials. No other candidate matches his depth of knowledge on the issues that matter most to voters in the fifth district. For these reasons, the Litchfield Republican Town Committee firmly believes that Sam is the most electable candidate, and that he is best poised to take on this tough challenge," said Christopher Blake, Litchfield Republican Selectman.

Caligiuri is honorer to have earned the endorsement of the Litchfield Republican Town Committee and of Selectman Blake. He feels that the work the Litchfield Republicans do is critical to ensuring victory in November.

The Litchfield Republican Town Committee joins Senator Andrew Roraback, and Representative Craig Miner in endorsing Caligiuri's candidacy.

Sam Caligiuri was chosen by the House Conservatives Fund as one of only ten candidates to be endorsed nationally.

Gov. M. Jodi Rell signed a bill last week that formalizes what was already decided by the Connecticut Supreme Court - that gays and lesbians have the right to marry in this state.

Over intense opposition from some religious groups, the bill passed the Senate 28-7 and passed the House 100-44.

A number of local lawmakers were among those casting a dissenting vote.

“No” votes were cast by Sen. Kevin Witkos (R-Canton), Rep. William Hamzy (R-Plymouth), Rep. Craig Miner (R-Litchfield), Rep. John Piscopo (R-Thomaston) and Rep. John Rigby (R-Colebrook).

Voting “yes” were Sen. Andrew Roraback (R-Goshen), Rep. Annie Hornish (D-Granby), Rep. Michelle Cook (D-Torrington) and Rep. Roberta Willis (D-Salisbury).

Litchfield state Rep. Craig Miner has defeated Democratic challenger Nick Creed by a wide margin.
CLICK HERE for full results.

For Immediate Release

Nick Creed for State Representative

October 30, 2008

Nick Creed, Democratic Candidate for State Representative, 66th District, today denounced charges that his campaign was being run by Democrats in Hartford.
Creed stated,” That’s the most ridiculous thing I’ve ever heard of. My campaign is a local campaign focusing on the wants & needs of the residents of the 66th District. Unlike Representative Miner, when I’m in Hartford, my voting record will reflect the will of the majority, not just a straight-line Republican NO vote.”

Creed also responded to charges regarding his recent campaign mailing.
Creed stated, “Of the 8 votes listed in that mailer, the majority were signed into law by Governor Rell a Republican and a member of the same party as Representative Miner.
Representative Miner is not only out of step with the voters in his district, he’s even out of step with his own Governor.”

CLICK HERE to read about state Rep. Craig Miner (R-Litchfield) and his Democratic opponent, Nick Creed, sparring over last-minute campaign mailings. Even more entertaining is to read the comments at the end of the article from their respective supporters beating up on each other.