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Republican Alternative Budget
Connecticut Republicans have suggested that Connecticut's budget deficit can be solved by spending cuts alone. However, their proposal would decimate programs and services that were designed to put our state on sound footing economically and help our residents get ahead.
Among other things, the Republican Proposal:
- Eliminates early childhood educational programs that help all our kids get off to a good start
- Reduces health care funding that provides critical health services for children and seniors
- Eliminates job training programs that give unemployed residents the skills they need to find good paying jobs and contribute to a productive economy
- Reduces economic development funding designed to promote new businesses and industries in our state
Further Reading
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“What They’re Saying,” compiling press and local reaction to the Republican budget proposal
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Leaders Respond, the official statement of Democratic leadership to the Republican alternative budget
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The 2012-2013 Republican Proposal, which details the proposed cuts to programs and services in comparison with the funding provided by the 2012-2013 budget.
- The Republican Budget Summary, highlighting the most significant components of the Republican budget proposal.
No Borrowing
No Gimmicks
An Honest Budget