In 2019, half of House Democrats will be members of a fledgling caucus of progressives committed to reforming Connecticut’s tax structure, raising the minimum wage and passing paid family and medical leave. Leaders of the Progressive Democrats Caucus, formed in April, say they will have 45 members, up from 31, when the legislature resumes work in January. That’s 45 out of 92 Democratic state representatives, or nearly a third of the 151-member state House of Representatives. They could create a significant voting bloc. “I am just thrilled about the level of excitement, especially from the new members,” said state Rep.
from News https://www.ctpost.com/politics/article/Progressives-multiply-in-State-Capitol-13431732.php
No comments:
Post a Comment