Anthony Nolan

ALICE Report
Last week I stood with the Connecticut United Way of Southeastern Connecticut/United Way of Connecticut as they launched the latest ALICE Report and the 2025 Policy Agenda at the State Capitol. I was proud to join colleagues, United Way leaders, community partners, and residents committed to tackling economic hardship in our state.

The report paints a stark picture: a record number of Connecticut households are struggling to make ends meet. Nearly 40% of families live below the ALICE threshold—earning more than the federal poverty level but still not enough to cover life’s basic necessities.

We cannot ignore this. We need to make this a priority in a special session and fully commit to closing the funding gaps that keep families trapped in financial instability. Every resident deserves a fair chance to live with stability and dignity, and I’m determined to do my part to make that a reality.

 

Keep the Connecticut Sun in Southeastern CT!
The Connecticut Sun belongs in southeastern Connecticut — period. For 22 years, Mohegan Sun Arena has been their home, and no other city can match the loyalty, energy, and pride this community has poured into the team.

Relocation talk is a distraction. The WNBA has been clear: expansion is what’s coming, not moving existing teams. The Sun already has a home — and it’s right here in Southeastern CT.

If Connecticut wants to invest in women’s basketball, that investment should be in the community that has stood by the Sun since day one. Building a facility in Hartford for a few games a year makes no sense. Strengthen the team where they already shine. Build in Southeastern Connecticut. I stand with our fans and our community: the Connecticut Sun is southeastern Connecticut’s team, and I will fight to keep it that way.

I had the great opportunity to attend, meet and greet numerous friends, families, neighbors and Military brothers and sisters at the Maritime Heritage Festival downtown City of New London, Connecticut. Thank you to the team of many who were able to bring this to fruition. There is still much more to see and visit on Sunday for day #2 that includes a huge drone show Sunday night. CT Maritime Heritage Festival great fun, food and activities

Ledge Light Health District
Great to see, listen and hear about Ledge Light Health District and how they impact the Southeastern Connecticut Community. Thank you everyone for showcasing and sharing information. Thank you to Jen, the many staff and the Board for all you do.

Community Outreach Event
Glad to have stopped by this great Community Outreach Event. Was able to help talk to those needing community resources. It was amazing to see so many volunteers and donations of clothing, food, support and prayer going on. Thank you to the Community Street Ministry for the great event helping the community in such a great way. So happy to see Diamond bring her vision to fruition. Great job.

WE C U Mentor Program
I had the great chance of stopping by to give a Big Shout It Out To The "WE C U Mentor Program" Back 2 Orientation Day at the Public Library of New London, CT . Great Mentorship Program for young ladies in the City of New London, Connecticut. Congratulations on your turnout and thank you for the great service you provide our community. The Samaritan House Inc.

Visit from the Clydesdales
Today I had the great opportunity to join Speaker Matt Ritter, "Folds of Honor" and Hartford Distributors Inc.

for the world-famous Budweiser Clydesdales visit at the State Capitol to showcase folds of honor a nonprofit organization that provides educational scholarships to the spouses and children of U.S. military service members and first responders who have fallen or been disabled while serving our country and communities. A full eight-horse team, harnessed and hitched to the famous red beer wagon complete with Driver and a Dalmatian, were at the event with Hartford Distributors Inc.