Author Archives: boltondems
Bolton Democrats’ Response to the Attack on American Democracy
Make no mistake: American democracy was brazenly attacked yesterday. As Americans, we are appalled. Yesterday’s attack in Washington was the most momentous and traumatic event in American history since 9/11. Unlike that horrific day, however, we knew immediately who had … Continue reading
Statement on Black Lives Matter/Antiracism
The Bolton Democratic Town Committee believes Black Lives Matter. Racial prejudice in various forms still remains in Bolton, as documented by those who experience it. We all have a responsibility to understand and combat systemic racism and the structures that … Continue reading
Black Lives Matter Rally
Bolton held a rally to support Black Lives Matter today on the Town Green. Turnout was impressive for our sleepy town: well over 100 (maybe 150–200?) people of all ages. Speakers were passionate, raw, thought-provoking, and inspiring. The key takeaway … Continue reading
On Peace in a Time of Protest
Peace is not the absence of violence alone. Many Whites seem to define peace as not only being free of violence but being able to safely ignore violence elsewhere in the world. But the price of guaranteeing that type of … Continue reading
Upcoming Meetings
Two meetings this week: Tuesday, May 26, 7 pm Special Meeting of Bolton DTC to endorse justices of the peace and registrar of voters. This meeting will be held via Zoom and is open to all registered Democrats. If you … Continue reading
Thoughts from the Chair
We have now lived a full month of COVID-19 restrictions: no school for our students, no gatherings of friends and family, public meetings conducted from kitchen tables and family room couches. The federal government, under the abject “leadership” of Donald … Continue reading
DTC Caucus Results
At a caucus of Bolton Democrats on January 13, 2020, at the Notch Road Municipal Center, local Democrats endorsed the following individuals to serve on the Bolton Democratic Town Committee for the 2020–2022 term: Eric Bevans Emily Bradley Christopher Davey … Continue reading
Democratic Caucus
On Monday, January 13, at 7:30 pm, at the Notch Road Municipal Center in Bolton, registered Democrats will hold a caucus to select Democratic Town Committee members for the 2020–2022 term. The caucus is open to all registered Democrats in … Continue reading
Statement on Alison Romkey
Last night the Connecticut State Police announced that Alison Romkey has been charged with misdemeanor offenses involving minors having access to alcohol. At this point there has been no trial or conviction, and we do not have all of the facts. … Continue reading
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