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State Rep. Figueroa’s remarks, made during a Spanish-language video interview posted online, have been widely condemned by many in Stamford, including elected officials and members of the local Jewish and Latino communities. Figueroa said her intention was to emphasize the need for having someone in elected office who understands the needs of the large Latino community in Stamford.
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A post on Figueroa’s political Facebook page Tuesday evening called for “unity and respect in our community," after the Stamford Democratic City Committee (DCC) Executive Board issued a public call for her immediate resignation.
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There are around 35,000 Peruvians in Connecticut — and the community continues to grow.
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Officials acknowledge there are challenges with bullying in Stamford schools and say they take it seriously. Surveys nationwide show that bullying has been increasing in recent years in schools across the U.S.
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Blumenthal called on OSHA to urgently implement new heat safety rules during the summer heatwave, as construction workers are disproportionately affected by heat-related injuries and fatalities.
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A financial literacy program that’s expanding to Waterbury aims to foster economic empowerment and inclusivity, with the help of a $100,000 grant from Webster Bank.
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“Dance has no language barrier. It brings people together regardless of their background, and this national recognition proves what we can achieve when we come together,” said Elizabeth Sanderson of Morlock School of Dance.<br/>
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The previous age cutoff was 12 years old. Health and immigrant rights advocates said the next goal is to extend state insurance coverage up to age 18, for families that meet income requirements.
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Latinos make up 18% of Connecituc’s population and as that population <a href=“https://www.ctpublic.org/news/2024-05-28/research-reveals-disparities-between-cts-puerto-ricans-other-latinos-and-the-state”>continues to grow and diversify itself</a> it has the potential to increase political influence.
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Concerned parents and community members say students are being harassed online through racist, misogynistic and homophobic blog posts.
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Comparing this immigration policy to former president Trump’s, one Connecticut organization said they will advocate for all immigrants regardless of who is in power.
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