PAID ADVERTISEMENT Cohen A No-Show for State Senate Town Hall CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Respectfully, Senator Cohen's efforts are commendable, but as mentioned, they need to be more than a wishful campaign slogan. These initiatives come at a cost, and in six years, she has not been able to articulate a sound financial plan for how they get paid for, except with the once-in-a-lifetime infusion of COVID relief funds, which are all but gone. That is not a sustainable plan." Crisci punc- tuated, "At the end of the day. everything costs money, but it can't all lie at the feet of the taxpayer, which is why, if elect- ed, I have made it known that I will fight to be on the appro- priation committee, where I be- lieve I can be most effective in securing sustainable funds for these vital issues while offering solutions on how to expand our revenue stream for the state." The next question came from Grace in Killingworth, who asked, "Former President Trump diminished the value of the good people looking for asylum in our country-where do you stand on the issue of im- migration, and would you sup- port legislation for migrants to receive funding and Housing in the State of Connecticut? Cris- ci's response: "Being humane and helping people in need is what we as Americans proud- ly do, but every decision has consequences. Unfortunately, the current administration has unfairly placed the financial and physical burden on states across the country by asking them to figure out how to han- dle the influx of people migrat- ing to the country. I believe that as a state, it is our responsibil- ity to protect the residents of our state by ensuring that any one who wants to reside in the state takes the necessary path to citizenship like everyone else so they can contribute to the state by paying their way." Crisci punctuated his point by saying, "I don't think anyone disagrees with people residing in our state as long as they be- come upstanding citizens who pay their fair share to our state and communities." The next question came from Nancy in Guilford, who asked, "Do you think our voting sys- tem is corrupt?" Crisci re- sponded, "I do have some concerns. Bridgeport, unfor- tunately, proved that elec- tions can be compromised. I find it concerning that Chris- tine Cohen and the majority leadership's solution to the Bridgeport problem was to put cameras outside every voter's box. I'm sorry, but cameras were how 'Wanda' was caught; yet it did not cure the issue that the voter's box was still com- promised, resulting in possibly fake or manipulated ballots being cast." Crisci vowed, "I with these unsecured boxes." The next question came from Peter in Madison, who asked, "How do we fund the deficits we run each year due to un- derfunded pensions?" Crisci responded, "Do all of you see a recurring theme? Every issue and concern this evening comes squarely back to money and fiscal responsibility." Crisci explained, "It's complicated to explain, but in simplest terms, I know Christine Cohen has went, he said, "I thought it went addressed as a senator, and sec- extremely well. There were a ondly, I will learn more about lot of tough questions, but at the treatment you mentioned least regardless of the outcome so I can better understand the on November 5th, no one can options available to people question my sincerity or my who are suffering from mental willingness to serve." Crisci health issues." also gave a huge shout-out to the Crowley family, owners of The last question was, with the Stony Creek Brewery: "I out exception, one that most can't thank Stony Creek Brew- Republican candidates find cry enough for allowing us to themselves in a quandary over hold an event like this here. It when discussing the subject of speaks volumes to their com- we are about twelve years away abortion. However, to the sur- from getting caught up on our prise of many in the audience. bills when it comes to unpaid Crisci addressed the subject pensions. Governor Lamont head-on when Hilary from and Hartford majority leader- Madison asked, "What is the ship used, once again, COVID general Republican position relief funds to pay down debts in CT on abortion? Because it over the past few years, but is clearly an issue for the par- those dollars are going away, ty and needs to be addressed." and we will be obligated to pay Crisci confidently responded those funds." Crisci offered his by stating, "I cannot speak for solutions: "We need to gener- any Republican any more than ate more money than we spend, I can speak for any Democrat which requires a plan to be or an independent. I can only more frugal with our spending tell everyone that I have made while earning revenue to pay my position on this issue abun- our bills. I have that plan, but dantly clear." Crisci explained. need to be elected to help be "Voters in this state made a part of the solution. Because decision to elect people who if someone doesn't provide a would reflect their positions on issues such as abortion, which means I firmly believe that it is never my place to replace, re- peal, or alter any law that has been passed before me while in office, regardless of my faith or beliefs. I have stated in the past that if elected, the only thing I will do is focus my attention on better education and informa- tion for those who find them- selves facing this very difficult decision." I Connecticut will be in a defi- cit in the next few years, if not sooner." want fair and legal elections long-term plan to fix this issue, that allow everyone to have the opportunity to vote. If elected, will propose legislation that gives everyone that opportuni- ty without compromising our Sandy from East Haven posed elections." When pressed by the question, "Do you have an host Vinnie Penn on the issue interest in the legalization of of whether Crisci would sup- psilocybin for mental health port keeping unattended ballot treatment?" Crisci responded boxes at municipal locations, by saying, "In all honesty, I Crisci replied. "Those outdoor can tell you that I am not famil- ballot boxes were a temporary iar with the treatment you are solution during the pandemic. speaking of, but I can promise Now that COVID is under con- you that mental health is some- As the final discussion drew trol and people have full access thing very important to me for to a close, Crisci received a to their town halls, I see no rea- personal reasons. I can assure resounding round of applause son to continue to jeopardize you of two things: I will contin- from all who attended. When the legitimacy of our elections ue to improve on the work that asked how he felt the evening PAUL CRISCI For State Senate District 12 Still No Politics. Just Common Sense. PCforCT.com Paid for by Paul for Senate, Mann Hasen, Treasurer. Approved by Paul Crisci. mitment to allow residents to hear from both sides about the issues that concern our commu- nity and town. They are truly amazing people." Crisci closed by also thanking host Vinnie Penn, the campaign volunteers, and all the people who attend- ed, expressing his hope that he can one day serve everyone in District 12. STONY CREEK PAID ADVERTISEMENT Cohen A No - Show for State Senate Town Hall CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 Respectfully , Senator Cohen's efforts are commendable , but as mentioned , they need to be more than a wishful campaign slogan . These initiatives come at a cost , and in six years , she has not been able to articulate a sound financial plan for how they get paid for , except with the once - in - a - lifetime infusion of COVID relief funds , which are all but gone . That is not a sustainable plan . " Crisci punc- tuated , " At the end of the day . everything costs money , but it can't all lie at the feet of the taxpayer , which is why , if elect- ed , I have made it known that I will fight to be on the appro- priation committee , where I be- lieve I can be most effective in securing sustainable funds for these vital issues while offering solutions on how to expand our revenue stream for the state . " The next question came from Grace in Killingworth , who asked , " Former President Trump diminished the value of the good people looking for asylum in our country - where do you stand on the issue of im- migration , and would you sup- port legislation for migrants to receive funding and Housing in the State of Connecticut ? Cris- ci's response : " Being humane and helping people in need is what we as Americans proud- ly do , but every decision has consequences . Unfortunately , the current administration has unfairly placed the financial and physical burden on states across the country by asking them to figure out how to han- dle the influx of people migrat- ing to the country . I believe that as a state , it is our responsibil- ity to protect the residents of our state by ensuring that any one who wants to reside in the state takes the necessary path to citizenship like everyone else so they can contribute to the state by paying their way . " Crisci punctuated his point by saying , " I don't think anyone disagrees with people residing in our state as long as they be- come upstanding citizens who pay their fair share to our state and communities . " The next question came from Nancy in Guilford , who asked , " Do you think our voting sys- tem is corrupt ? " Crisci re- sponded , " I do have some concerns . Bridgeport , unfor- tunately , proved that elec- tions can be compromised . I find it concerning that Chris- tine Cohen and the majority leadership's solution to the Bridgeport problem was to put cameras outside every voter's box . I'm sorry , but cameras were how ' Wanda ' was caught ; yet it did not cure the issue that the voter's box was still com- promised , resulting in possibly fake or manipulated ballots being cast . " Crisci vowed , " I with these unsecured boxes . " The next question came from Peter in Madison , who asked , " How do we fund the deficits we run each year due to un- derfunded pensions ? " Crisci responded , " Do all of you see a recurring theme ? Every issue and concern this evening comes squarely back to money and fiscal responsibility . " Crisci explained , " It's complicated to explain , but in simplest terms , I know Christine Cohen has went , he said , " I thought it went addressed as a senator , and sec- extremely well . There were a ondly , I will learn more about lot of tough questions , but at the treatment you mentioned least regardless of the outcome so I can better understand the on November 5th , no one can options available to people question my sincerity or my who are suffering from mental willingness to serve . " Crisci health issues . " also gave a huge shout - out to the Crowley family , owners of The last question was , with the Stony Creek Brewery : " I out exception , one that most can't thank Stony Creek Brew- Republican candidates find cry enough for allowing us to themselves in a quandary over hold an event like this here . It when discussing the subject of speaks volumes to their com- we are about twelve years away abortion . However , to the sur- from getting caught up on our prise of many in the audience . bills when it comes to unpaid Crisci addressed the subject pensions . Governor Lamont head - on when Hilary from and Hartford majority leader- Madison asked , " What is the ship used , once again , COVID general Republican position relief funds to pay down debts in CT on abortion ? Because it over the past few years , but is clearly an issue for the par- those dollars are going away , ty and needs to be addressed . " and we will be obligated to pay Crisci confidently responded those funds . " Crisci offered his by stating , " I cannot speak for solutions : " We need to gener- any Republican any more than ate more money than we spend , I can speak for any Democrat which requires a plan to be or an independent . I can only more frugal with our spending tell everyone that I have made while earning revenue to pay my position on this issue abun- our bills . I have that plan , but dantly clear . " Crisci explained . need to be elected to help be " Voters in this state made a part of the solution . Because decision to elect people who if someone doesn't provide a would reflect their positions on issues such as abortion , which means I firmly believe that it is never my place to replace , re- peal , or alter any law that has been passed before me while in office , regardless of my faith or beliefs . I have stated in the past that if elected , the only thing I will do is focus my attention on better education and informa- tion for those who find them- selves facing this very difficult decision . " I Connecticut will be in a defi- cit in the next few years , if not sooner . " want fair and legal elections long - term plan to fix this issue , that allow everyone to have the opportunity to vote . If elected , will propose legislation that gives everyone that opportuni- ty without compromising our Sandy from East Haven posed elections . " When pressed by the question , " Do you have an host Vinnie Penn on the issue interest in the legalization of of whether Crisci would sup- psilocybin for mental health port keeping unattended ballot treatment ? " Crisci responded boxes at municipal locations , by saying , " In all honesty , I Crisci replied . " Those outdoor can tell you that I am not famil- ballot boxes were a temporary iar with the treatment you are solution during the pandemic . speaking of , but I can promise Now that COVID is under con- you that mental health is some- As the final discussion drew trol and people have full access thing very important to me for to a close , Crisci received a to their town halls , I see no rea- personal reasons . I can assure resounding round of applause son to continue to jeopardize you of two things : I will contin- from all who attended . When the legitimacy of our elections ue to improve on the work that asked how he felt the evening PAUL CRISCI For State Senate District 12 Still No Politics . Just Common Sense . PCforCT.com Paid for by Paul for Senate , Mann Hasen , Treasurer . Approved by Paul Crisci . mitment to allow residents to hear from both sides about the issues that concern our commu- nity and town . They are truly amazing people . " Crisci closed by also thanking host Vinnie Penn , the campaign volunteers , and all the people who attend- ed , expressing his hope that he can one day serve everyone in District 12 . STONY CREEK