Why do you feel like this org is necessary? Why elections? What was the impetus for creating it?

• Connecticut is one of the most unequal states in the entire country. We’ve been that way for a long time. That’s not a status quo that we are willing to accept. We’ve identified a series of policies that we believe are driving inequities in our state - including housing, healthcare, economic development, and education - and we’re going to focus on supporting elected officials who are willing to take bold stances on these issues. 

• Ultimately, this is about the future of Connecticut. Are we going to do what it takes to make sure everyone can succeed here, or not?

 

You’re focused on a lot of issues. Are some more important than others?

• All of these issues are connected. If you’re struggling to make ends meet, or even if you’re on the edge of the middle-class, you often can’t access safe, affordable housing, in a neighborhood where you have easy access to quality public schools or high-quality healthcare. Unless you tackle them holistically, you’re not going to have the impact that’s necessary. 

 

Why is Steve Mandel funding this organization? Where else will funding coming from?

• He is aligned with our mission of trying to increase opportunity across Connecticut. 

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How will you determine what races Impact CT will engage in? 

• We are looking for candidates that support our policy agenda

 

Will you be supporting Democrats and Republicans?

• We will be supporting Democrats only

 

What do you say to those who say Independent Expenditures/Super PACs/527’s are ruining politics?

• One difference with our organization is that we are being fully transparent ​

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