A day at the polls!

The Democratic ticket was out in full-force outside the Center Gym polling place on the day of the municipal election. We set up tent just before 6am and greeted a steady stream of voters all day.

In the early evening, we were joined by US Congresswoman Rosa DeLauro who braved the brief rain showers -- on crutches, even! -- to lend us her support.

By day's end, total turnout was 3,273 -- or 53% of voters! This was an increase over the 2003 municipal election, when 51% of voters took part in the vote. Democrats were encouraged at the showing and pleased to have so many supporters waving back.