Farley Santos

Sad news this week, as I said goodbye to a good man and friend, Mr. Frank Molinaro. Although we seemed like complete opposites, we actually had a lot in common. When he learned that I had lost a son, he took me out to lunch and shared a deeply personal tragedy of his own: the death of two young sons.

The reason I got involved in politics is because of Danbury’s public schools and the quality of education our children receive.

The General Assembly held a joint session on Wednesday to hear Gov. Ned Lamont present his proposed budget.

I understand there is a lot of uncertainty, anxiety and concern over the recent attempt by the federal government to pause federal grants and loans programs.

The medical plight of a friend of mine has spurred my colleagues and me into proposing legislation concerning insurance coverage for medically necessary treatments.

My favorite quote from Martin Luther King Jr. is "I have decided to stick with love. Hate is too great a burden to bear."

On Wednesday, I was sworn in to represent the 109th District for my second term at the state Capitol. And I assure you, the second time being sworn into office was every bit as meaningful -- if not more -- as the first.

As we gear up for the new legislative session set to begin Jan. 8, I want to wish everyone a safe, healthy and happy new year.