To the Editor:

Adam Stillman would make an excellent representative for the 23rd District.  Adam has an energy that is needed in the State House an energy that would help get needed legislation passed.    Adam has lived in Old Saybrook for many years, is  a practicing attorney, a former Democratic Town Chairman and is a current member of the Zoning Board of Appeals.

Adam is a strong supporter of women’s rights especially the right to choose.   Adam’s  unwavering support is what sets him apart from other politicians,  his answer is the same regardless of his audience.

As the Democratic Town Committee Chairman, Adam Stillman recognized many town residents had questions concerning the last town property assessment.   Seeing a need he organized a seminar open to all town residents to explain the how ‘s and why’s.  It was an informative and well attended meeting.  Residents were allowed to ask questions and quest speakers familiar with assessments were on hand to answer  questions.    This was a non- political event to educate and explain a process to residents that were confused and concerned.

This is a recurring theme with Adam if he sees a need he tries to find a solution.  Choice of life care for seniors is another example.  Adam strongly defends protecting a senior’s choice of life care and he has promised to author the legislation to address this issue.

This is the kind of energy and care we need to see in our state representatives.  Support Adam Stillman for the 23rd District.

Sincerely,

Janis L. Est
Old Saybrook, Ct.

To the Editor:

This letter is written in support of Adam Stillman for state representative and I encourage you to vote for him this November 6^th. Restricted to 300 words, I can’t tell you about all his innovative ideas to revitalize the local economy. What I’m going to tell you is that I soundly believe Adam is the candidate who’s offering fresh ideas and proposals to extricate us from our existing economic disaster, and I urge everyone to become more familiar with his campaign (AdamStillman2012.com).

Adam is a candidate who’s not afraid to work in a bi-partisan manner, as he does with the Zoning Board of Appeals.  Adam embraces any suggestion if he believes it will improve our economy. He does not support tax increases, but relies on spending reallocation to resolve our debt crisis and improve our financial outlook.  He supports a mix of small and large scale business support to reach short term and long range financial goals.

The point I’d like the reader to recognize is that our current economic condition is the product of decades of the same policies and leadership. There are always new candidates offering the same rhetoric, which results in the same economic problems. Adam Stillman offers a fresh perspective, innovating thinking and a plan for re-establishing economic strength to Connecticut.

On Election Day, Adam Stillman is my selection for representation from the 23^rd district and I encourage your readers to support his modern vision for our future.

Sincerely,

Selectman Steven Gernhardt
Old Saybrook

To the Editor:

A few weeks ago State Rep. Marilyn Giuliano spoke to Indiantown Beach residents regarding the Coastal Management Act and how it impacts those of us who live near the water. Marilyn is part of a coalition of shoreline/LIS legislators who took a leadership role in preventing extremely restrictive changes to that act from DEEP bureaucrats. It’s nice to know that we have a state representative who is looking out for our interests.

Rep. Giuliano is a hard worker, a “get things done” legislator, and a leader in the General Assembly. She’s informed, intelligent, and caring, just the sort of person whom we need at the State Capitol. Marilyn, like so many of us, is outraged at the lawmakers and current governor who have raised taxes during the worst economic times, spent like there is “no tomorrow”, and at the end of all this taxing and spending, still have a large deficit. Let’s send her back to Hartford along with other Republicans running for State Senate (Art Linares (OSHS District) and Mike Doyle (Middle School District) so we can stop this disregard for our wallets.

Sincerely,

Pauline Kezer
Old Saybrook

To the Editor:

Care to feel good when you leave the voting booth?  Are you interested in returning a top legislator to Hartford capable of working for all Connecticut citizens, while never forgetting about the needs of her Shoreline constituents?  Then join me in voting for Marilyn Giuliano and actually feel good on Election Day. Marilyn’s leadership qualities have been recognized within the Assembly and her stature in Hartford has grown substantially this last term. She is one of the State’s leading voices in sensible education reform, working hard to craft real, workable solutions, not jaunty slogans or windy arguments that end in red tape with no progress to show for it.  Feel like you’re actually doing something good for Connecticut and your communities and join me feeling great on Election Day as we return Marilyn Giuliano to Hartford.

Sincerely,

Jim Witkins,
Board Chair, Lyme/Old Lyme Schools

To the Editor:

As a business owner I find it ever challenging in CT to grow my business and to meet the challenges of today. Marilyn has always been front and center whether it be fighting for education for our children, preserving our shoreline community or our military museum facilities. I first met Marilyn during her first term as state representative for Westbrook. It seemed no matter where I went there was Marilyn fighting for local businesses keeping tourism and the marina sector growing, to keep our taxes low. She helped improve our emergency response, and helped protect open spaces so we can keep the charm that makes our community great. I support her because she cares and really fights for our community.

She is someone who is always available, attends local chamber meetings, school events and local town meetings. If you email her, she’ll reply, and if you call, she will respond. That’s the type of leadership we need and we should all get behind her. My wife & I couldn’t be more proud to give someone of her integrity our support.

Sincerely,

Glenn and Christine Monroe,
Westbrook

To the Editor:

I write this letter in support of State Representative Marilyn Giuliano for the House Assembly seat in the 23^rd District.  I have known Marilyn for nearly fifteen years. Going back to her days on the Board of Finance here in Old Saybrook, Marilyn has always been a vigilant defender and advocate for the residents of Old Saybrook. Now as State Representative, Marilyn does the same for her District, which includes Old Lyme, Lyme, Old Saybrook and parts of Westbrook. In my prior position as Chairman of Old Saybrook’s Board of Finance and now as First Selectman, Marilyn is always available to speak to important issues affecting our Town and region.  She has continuously updated me on important legislation that affects or MIGHT affect our Town, giving the Town an opportunity to appropriate advocate for or against bills that could help or hurt our Town. Marilyn is famous for her citizen contact: I have been at numerous functions with Marilyn where one person after another approaches Marilyn and says: “Thanks for returning my call.” We are truly lucky to have such a dedicated public servant who represents our values here.  Whether the issue is jobs, the environment, education or transportation, Marilyn Giuliano is my choice for representation from the 23^rd District.

Sincerely,

Carl Fortuna,
First Selectman, Old Saybrook

To the Editor:

I strongly support Adam Stillman for State Rep. and encourage others to vote for him this November. His opponent, Ms. Giuliano, has represented Old Saybrook for 10 years and it’s time to elect a candidate with fresh ideas.

Adam offers an original approach, which is what we need to break out from this economic crisis. As a leader of the Democratic Town Committee, he offered non-partisan programs, such as the Stroke workshop and the re-evaluation seminar, to educate the Old Saybrook community. Adam’s innovative ideas about revamping the economy, especially reviving the housing market, creating new industry and directly benefiting companies that expand their hiring here is movement in a new direction that we desperately need.

I proudly support his defense of women’s rights, marriage equality and senior’s rights. He has terrific ideas to protect the Preserve, an issue that has lingered over Old Saybrook and Westbrook for more than a decade without any resolution.

This November, I urge people to support a candidate who’s not afraid to offer inventive proposals in restoring economic vitality to Connecticut, while protecting our rights. Vote for Adam Stillman for State Representative.

Sincerely,

John Talbott
Old Saybrook

To the Editor:

I am supporting Marilyn Giuliano for re-election in the 23 House District for your CT State Representative. I wish to address her excellent people skills. As I have gotten to know Marilyn more in the past three years I have observed and listened to her as she interacted with her constituents and fellow residents. I have developed a deeper appreciation of her abilities as an individual. She is an active listener, be it with a constituent who seeking information, or in need of help, a fellow taxpayer, voter or resident in the area. I have not heard her brush aside a request by saying, “My paraprofessional or my secretary will handle that for you”. Marilyn Giuliano is sincere and compassionate. She is current on events that affect our region or the State and in the Nation, offering this insight to the numerous meetings she attends weekly.

Marilyn is active in the support of our veterans. I have observed her participating in several functions including honoring Old Saybrook’s Commander Tony Mammola commemorating his life and vast contributions he made to our communities and his fellow veterans. Marilyn was also active in having an Old Saybrook resident, Hal Farrington, inducted into the 2011 CT Veterans Hall of Fame. Marilyn Giuliano has numerous accomplishments in her five terms as our State Representative, I have mentioned but a few.

I am supporting Marilyn Giuliano in the upcoming election in November and feel it is the right choice for my fellow residents of the district composed of Lyme, Old Lyme, Old Saybrook, and Westbrook.

Sincerely,

Tom Stevenson
Old Saybrook, CT 

To the Editor:

I am writing to endorse the candidacy of incumbent State Representative Marilyn Giuliano.

Marilyn is veteran legislator with leadership positions on a number of key committees. Her experience is invaluable. She has the ability to work with fellow legislators regardless of party affiliation to navigate legislative logjams and actually get things done –  a unique asset in short supply at the State Capitol.

I have served as Lyme’s First Selectman for more years than I can remember and during my tenure have never encountered a state representative who consistently delivers constituent service better than Marilyn Giuliano. From resolving unjustified billings from the State Labor Department for unemployment compensation claims to taking the lead to help speed the development of new town hall vault regulations, Marilyn has been in Lyme’s corner since the first day she took office.

In addition, she takes a proactive stance in order to determine constituent issues, contacting local officials for input to make sure their interests are effectively represented in Hartford.

Marilyn has earned and deserves another term in office. I urge voters to cast their ballots for her so that she may continue her outstanding work.

Sincerely,

Ralph Eno, 1^st Selectman
Town of Lyme

To the Editor:

As the former superintendent of schools in Westbrook, there have been many times over the last few years when I have contacted State Representative Marilyn Giuliano to get information about proposed bills, seek her assistance with a problem, or explain how our schools or community will be affected by proposed legislation.  Without fail, Marilyn responded personally and took the time to understand my viewpoint.  Whether by email, phone, or in person, Marilyn followed through with the information I needed.

Knowledgeable, approachable, and energetic, this lady is everywhere! Westbrook is a small portion of Connecticut House District 23, yet Marilyn Giuliano is unbelievably attentive to her Westbrook constituents, responding to requests to speak, honoring the service of members of our community, attending meetings, and representing our concerns in Hartford.

Marilyn does her homework.  I know she spent many hours talking to educational colleagues and fellow legislators on the education committee before voting on the education reform bill.  Mrs. Giuliano met with parents, students and community members, and held public forums to gain input.  She asks good questions and tells you where she stands on the issues.

Marilyn Giuliano is someone you can put on your “go-to list” when you need a voice in Hartford.  I support her candidacy and the honorable work she does on behalf of Westbrook, Old Saybrook, Lyme and Old Lyme.

Sincerely,

Patricia Charles
Westbrook
Former superintendent of schools in Westbrook

To The Editor:

For the past ten years, I have known and had the pleasure of working with our State Representative, Marilyn Giuliano.  Whether small business or small children, Marilyn has worked tirelessly for the betterment of our community.

Along with the Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development, Marilyn hosted the first ever home-based business forum in Old Saybrook.  She co-sponsored the Small Business Express Package, in a special legislative session, to help many of our small businesses. She was also able to cut the business entity tax in half, and began to eliminate the governmental red tape that makes Connecticut so business unfriendly.

Marilyn also serves on the legislature’s Education Committee and was recently appointed serve on the Closing the Achievement Gap Task Force.  Earlier this year, the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance recognized Marilyn as a “Children’s Champion” for ushering legislation aimed at improving outcomes for young children, taking special interest in the issues facing young children, and engaging with advocates on early childhood issues.

Given Marilyn’s drive and dedication for and her experience with issues that concern the residents of Lyme, Old Lyme, Westbrook and Old Saybrook, I can think of no one better to serve as our State representative.

Sincerely,

David LaMay
Old Saybrook

To the Editor:

I am writing to express my support for Marilyn Giuliano as she seeks re-election as our State Representative this fall.  Marilyn is a coalition builder who is well known and well respected in the General Assembly.

I have been an educator in local school districts for the past 11 years and know how hard Marilyn works to ensure positive legislative changes for our schools.  Being an educator, she has real insight into what changes we need in order to see meaningful and lasting effects on our system of education.

I have been a resident of the town of Old Lyme for the past 11 years and have seen Marilyn partner with our town leaders on many local initiatives.  One example is the years of effort she put into securing funding for the Town Woods fields.  Those fields, playground, and other amenities are utilized 7 days a week by the youth in our community and they are a wonderful resource for the young people in many local towns.

Our community and its families will only continue to benefit from Marilyn’s work and advocacy for all of us as our State Representative.

Sincerely,

Allison Hine

65 Sill Lane,
Old Lyme