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- Democrats Confident About November
Though in 2008 Democrats flocked to the polls in record numbers, John Kalamarides, head of Wilton’s Democratic Town Committee, said the fact this fall’s election is mid-term should not affect his party’s chances.
Wilton Bulletin (05/30/10) more - Himes Works to Make Government More Accountable and Transparent
Saying Congress must take steps to restore people's confidence in their elected officials, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-4, on Monday morning outlined measures that he said will "restore accountability and transparency" in government.
Norwalk Hour (05/25/10) more - Progress on Financial Reform
U.S. Rep Jim Himes, D-4, said Monday that he expects the reconciliation of the U.S. House and Senate bills governing financial regulation to proceed smoothly.
The Norwalk Hour (05/25/10) more - Himes Creates a New Consumer Protection Web Site
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes launched a new consumer protection Web site as part of the 12th annual National Consumer Protection Week.
Bridgeport News (05/22/10) more - GOP May Not Have The Advantage They Hoped For
In the only House race that really mattered to both parties—the special election to replace the late Democratic Rep. John Murtha in Pennsylvania’s 12th District—Republicans failed spectacularly, losing on a level playing field where, in this favorable environment, they should have run roughshod over the opposition.
Politico (05/19/10) more - Himes’ Fiscal Responsibility During Congressional Foreign Travel
Last week the US House of Representatives changed the rules for how members of the House can use per diem money given to them for trips they take abroad.
WSHU (NPR) (05/17/10) more - Himes Voices Concern About Petty Cash System
They don't call it petty cash for nothing.
U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-Conn., found that out when he tried to return $400 in unspent petty cash from a December trip to Afghanistan he took with several fellow members of House Homeland Security Committee.Greenwich Time (05/17/10) more - Himes Speaks at Wilton Democratic Town Committee’s Annual Spring Breakfast
Rep. Jim Himes (D-4th) said when he first addressed the DTC at their breakfast in 2008, those in attendance likely asked themselves, “Who is this guy who thinks he can beat Chris Shays?”
Wilton Bulletin (05/17/10) more - Himes Gets Party Nomination for Second Term
Eying what could be a tough re-election fight, U.S. Rep. Jim Himes accepted the Democratic Party’s nomination for a second term Monday night and laid out his priorities for Congress beyond November.
Darien Times (05/12/10) more - Himes Nominated by Acclamation
Democrat Jim Himes was nominated by acclamation Monday night to run for a second term as U.S. Congressman from the Fourth District.
Fairfield Minuteman (05/12/10) more - Himes Calls Constituent for Their Perspective
To the Editor:
I, like a lot of people, am frustrated with the current situation regarding bank failures, health insurance, increased taxes and other challenges that make our life a little harder each day. So, a short while ago, I wrote to our elected officials in Congress and the Senate to voice my thoughts. All except one went unanswered.The Norwalk Hour: Letter to the Editor (05/11/10) more - Bi-partisan Fight Against Fuel Cell Energy Proposal
TRUMBULL -- The three-month battle against the proposed siting of a gas-fired fuel cell plant in the Nichols section will lead to more vigilance from local politicians and residents regarding the direction of the country's escalating energy needs and any electricity generation plans that may be considered for residential neighborhoods.
Connecticut Post (05/10/10) more - Himes Joins Save the Sound for Long Island Sound Summit
Save the Sound, a program of New Haven-based Connecticut Fund for the Environment, and the Long Island Sound Study, sponsored by the Environmental Protection Agency, co-hosted the 20th Annual Long Island Sound Citizens Summit today in Connecticut.
Norwalk Plus (05/07/10) more - Himes Endorsed by Wilton DTC
If Wilton’s Democratic Town Committee has its way, in November Jim Himes and Richard Blumenthal will be sent to Washington and Peggy Reeves will be sent back to Hartford.
Wilton Bulletin (05/05/10) more - Himes Recognizes Bridgeport for Adopting Haitian Sister City
BRIDGEPORT -- U.S. Rep. Jim Himes introduced a resolution to the U.S. House of Representatives Wednesday that aims to recognize Bridgeport for "adopting" Haitian city Petion-Ville following the Jan. 12 earthquake that rocked the third-world country.
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