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Update: Online link – ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” with columnist Don Pesci Charter channel 191

“Conservative Chat” – Tonight, Thursday evening, December 1st, 2016, at 7PM on Charter Cable Channel 191, the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee presents a new half-hour interview with BRTC Chair Juliana Simone and columnist Don Pesci. Don and Juliana discuss this past election, Election Day results, national and state, the media and its role in the election, our next President of the United States, Donald J. Trump, the post Election Day speeches of House Speaker Paul Ryan, losing democrat candidate Hillary Clinton, President Obama, a quick pick for Trump’s cabinet, and more!

Juliana Simone has her own blog: “In My Vue.” Don Pesci also has his own blog: “Connecticut Commentary: Red Notes From A Blue State.”

For those of you outside of the viewing area or who are not Charter/Spectrum cable subscribers, this show can be seen on-line next week at www.ctv13.net – under Programming/Watch Online/search word Conservative. Will update when it’s up.

https://communityaccesstv.viebit.com/#c4LOayy2eM8K

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Update: ICYMI:Conservative Chat: Congressional Candidate Matthew Corey 10/27/16 7PM Charter Cable with direct link to show online

The original link, will no longer bring up this episode, but the interview can still be viewed at this moment, by going to the Charter website www. ctv13.net although it involves many hoops to see the program.

As I write this, an interested viewer or voter, can go to the home page, click watch programs, and use the search bar to find the show. However, “Conservative Chat” with or without the apostrophes will only bring up ‘no results found.’

The Charter Studio manager who does a great job for us, told me he wasn’t sure why, but now only if someone logging on to the site puts in Conservative, without apostrophes, will the search produce results, and bring up the show’s last two interviews.

Even if you click on the play arrow to watch the show, nothing will happen. When I first started to post this, I noted one had to scroll down a bit to “program information” and within that box, could click the arrow and watch the interview. That arrow has now disappeared, too. The Charter Studio manager has since wrote me has corrected some of these issues, but anyone interested in watching an interview online, still has to put only the word Conservative in the search bar, or one can click on either of these two links recently provided:

First Congressional candidate Matthew Corey:  https://communityaccesstv.viebit.com/#WPoSvM0AP01E

 or U.S. Senate candidate Dan Carter: https://communityaccesstv.viebit.com/#bWb5oh5gZAGn

Written by Juliana Simone

“Conservative Chat” – a show brought to the public from the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee and airs in six local towns Thursdays at 7PM, on Charter cable channel 191, is uplinked online the following week of the original broadcast, at www.ctv13.net

This latest episode features First Congressional Republican candidate, Matthew Corey, as he challenges the entrenched democrat opponent who has been in Washington since 1999.

Mr. Larson, is still perceived by some voters as a moderate democrat, but he left that group far behind many terms ago. A higher up in his caucus leadership, he has been in lockstep with liberal, Nancy Pelosi (CA-12 ),  both when she had the title of House Majority Leader and now House Minority Leader.

In this latest program, Corey and Simone talk about the many issues the democrat’s under President Obama’s two terms, that have harmed our country, our military, our values and overall view of America across the world – from both our allies and enemies.

Candidate Matthew Corey, a hard working small business owner who has invested in Hartford, owns both a skyscraper window cleaning business and a tavern. Clear on policy, he makes many comments in this show that cover everything from the failed program of Obamacare, the immense national debt the Connecticut federal democrat incumbents never address, the excessive taxation the democrats have also burdened our citizens with on whatever income level, and Donald Trump, and what in his view, are his best policy plans if elected.

 

ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” TONIGHT 7PM Charter cable channel 191 with U.S. Senator Candidate Dan Carter

Update – Editor: I believe the interview with Dan Carter is showing again tonight, November 3rd, at 7PM onc Charter Cable channel 191.

“Conservative Chat”Tonight, Thursday evening at 7PM, September 29, 2016, on Charter Cable Channel 191, the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee presents a half hour interview with U.S. Senator Candidate Dan Carter (R-CT) and BRTC Chair Juliana Simone. State Representative Dan Carter and Juliana Simone discuss his democrat opponent Senator Richard Blumenthal and his latest ad showing he’s pro-defense, his voting record during his first term, his voting yes to the Iran deal, his joining Connecticut’s federal democrat delegation on stricter gun laws, his tendency to stretch the truth, his independence in the D.C. Assembly which focuses more on trivial things than important issues, and the upcoming debate Dick will have with Dan on Face the State in late October. Dan also discusses his goals if elected, his military record as a Major in the Air Force, and what committees he would like to serve on with his well rounded background which would make him an effective U.S. Senator on day one.

For those of you in the viewing area, this show will repeat next Thursday, October 6th, 2016 at 7PM on Charter Channel 191. For those of you outside the viewing area, or who are not Charter subscribers, this show will be available on-line at www.ctv13.netafter next Monday or Tuesday. Click watch programs and if not on the home page, search “Conservative Chat” episode #109.

(l) CT U.S. Senator candidate State Rep. Dan Carter and (r) Barkhamsted RTC Chair Juliana Simone
(l) CT U.S. Senator candidate State Rep. Dan Carter and (r) Barkhamsted RTC Chair Juliana Simone

TONIGHT: July 14th – ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” with columnist Don Pesci – 7PM Charter Channel 191

“Conservative Chat”Tonight, July 14th, 2016, 7PM on Charter Cable Channel 191, Barkhamsted RTC Chair Juliana Simone hosts a new show with columnist Don Pesci. Juliana and Don discuss federal and state issues, such as the newly released Benghazi Reports from both the republican and democrat Houses, and how they reflect on former SOS Hillary Clinton; the CT democrat federal delegation’s recent stunts for more anti-gun laws; Former POTUS Bill Clinton’s half-hour meeting with AG Loretta Lynch on the tarmac; the closing of the Old State House; UCONN’s VIP raises; Malloy’s popularity in the polls and what this could mean in November, and more!

For those who are not Charter subscribers, or are outside of the viewing area, this show can be seen online on www.ctv13.net

Campaign Announcement from August Wolf 2016 U.S. Senate Candidate

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June 21, 2016

Campaign Announcement 

In May 2015 I filed my paperwork to run for U.S. Senate in 2016. I assumed, especially in the year of the outsider, that my background, passion, hard work and a good team would allow my campaign to offer the people of the State ofConnecticut a viable alternative to a career politician whose 32 years of service had contributed mightily to the decline of the state.

After 12 months of campaigning, an insider-rigged convention denied us primary ballot access–so we made a decision to petition. Sadly we learned this week that our effort fell short, and despite the efforts and encouragement of many, we are now forced to suspend the campaign. Our example will continue to discourage outsiders from taking the plunge.

The goal of this campaign was always to ensure the people of Connecticut 6 years of solutions, not 6 more years of political theater. Dick Blumenthal has ruined this state. He is a complete and utter failure. His tenure as Attorney General contributed to the demise of this once great state, and now he is hurting the entire nation. We deserve people who want to solve real issues; people who are willing to get stuff done!

I have gotten to know Representative Dan Carter at campaign events; he is someone Connecticut can be proud of–I wish him the best in his campaign this fall. Ultimately we share the same goal: sending Dick Blumenthal home. I will support Dan as I can, especially where I have demonstrated some strength, in fundraising.

We thank all the people who supported this effort with their donations, thoughts, public expressions of support, and time. You did make a difference, and I won’t forget the people who kept me going.

Sincerely,

August Wolf

 

{Editor’s note: Thank you to so many of you who signed the petition for August. He was a great candidate who experienced what so many have at the CT State conventions, whether holding prior office or not. Like them, Wolf has little to say about the experience and he is taking the high road in this statement. He is being a gentleman, which, of course, shows leadership… for now we should perhaps all focus on the Presidential race, which is the most important thing at present to our country and for future generations. Good luck to Dan.”}

Final Encore: June 9th “Conservative Chat” With U.S. Senate Candidate August Wolf – 7:00PM Charter Cable 191

CT U.S. Senate Candidate August Wolf with Juliana Simone
CT U.S. Senate Candidate August Wolf with Juliana Simone

Thursday, June 9th, 2016 on Charter Cable Channel 191 at 7:00 PM, the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee presents an interview with Republican U.S. Senate Candidate August Wolf and Barkhamsted RTC Chair and Host Juliana Simone. August and Juliana discuss his background, why he’s running for political office, foreign policy and who our biggest enemy is today, immigration and what solutions there could be, unemployment and bringing back jobs to our youth, outsourced workers and middle-aged employees who once laid off can’t get rehired, the nation’s debt and how to reduce it, the Second Amendment, our military and our veterans, August’s thoughts on incumbent U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal, why he is the best candidate to run against Blumenthal and why delegates should give him their vote at the state convention this Monday.

If you’re outside of the viewing area, it can be seen on the Internet – www.ctv13.net under the tab Watch Online – search “Conservative Chat” – click episode #106.

 

Register Citizen: BARKHAMSTED REPUBLICANS HOLD ELECTIONS

Republicans, Democrats elect town committee officers; Litchfield board vacancies need to be filled; society achieves Silver Level in program

POSTED: 04/02/16, 2:00 AM EDT

BARKHAMSTED REPUBLICANS HOLD ELECTIONS

BARKHAMSTED >> The Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee recently held its officer elections. Members re-elected Chair Juliana Simone, who will be starting her fourth term as chairman. She was first elected in 2010 while working as field director for Mark Greenberg (CT-5).

Rev. Steve Blackburn, Ph.D., was re-elected to his fourth term as treasurer. Blackburn was also the treasurer for 2014 Secretary of the State Republican candidate Peter Lumaj. ]

Vice Chair Robert Brainard III, declined re-election due to his new membership on the Barkhamsted Elementary Board of Education and as a father of two young children, and Barkhamsted Selectman Mark Hemenway (R), was elected the committee’s new vice chair.

Simone, who worked for the House Republicans, has hosted a half-hour political interview Charter cable show for eleven years, is the web administrator for the committee’s website, and also worked for the Lumaj campaign as Grassroots Outreach and Media Director, ran for the State House in 2006 and was endorsed by former Congresswoman Nancy Johnson and the Republican American.

 

ICYMI: “Conservative Chat” TONIGHT April 14th on Charter 191 at 7PM with Fifth Congressional candidate Bill Stevens

Republican candidate Bill Stevens (CT-5) and BRTC Chair Juliana Simone on set of "Conservative Chat"
Republican candidate Bill Stevens (CT-5) and BRTC Chair Juliana Simone on set of “Conservative Chat”

“Conservative Chat”Tonight, Thursday, April 14th, 2016, at 7PM on Charter Cable Channel 191, the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee present an interview with Fifth Congressional candidate Bill Stevens and BRTC Chair Juliana Simone. Bill and Juliana discuss Bill’s well-rounded background, his stance on immigration, the Second Amendment, National defense, the Supreme Court nomination to replace the irreplaceable Justice Scalia, the Fifth Congressional election history, why Bill believes he is the best choice to receive the Fifth District nomination at the upcoming Republican State Convention, and energy.

For those who are not Charter Communications subscribers, or who live outside the viewing area, this program can be seen now online at www.ctv13.net. Click on the “Watch Online” tab on the upper right and if the latest episode is not on the home page, put “Conservative Chat” in the search bar.

Republican American: Barkhamsted Republican re-elected to fourth term

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March 30, 2016

As printed in the Republican American, Wednesday, March 30th in the B section, second page, upper left column, first notice under the Town by Town column:

TOWN BY TOWN 

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Republican chairman re-elected to fourth term 

The Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee held its elections of officers Monday evening and re-elected Chairman Juliana Simone, who will be starting her fourth term.

She was first elected in 2010. The Rev. Steve Blackburn was re-elected to his fourth term as treasurer. Vice Chairman Robert Brainard III declined re-election due to his new membership on the Barkhamsted Elementary Board of Education and as a father of two young children. Selectman Mark Hemenway was elected in his place.

ICYMI:”Conservative Chat” TONIGHT with columnist Don Pesci 7PM Channel 191

“Conservative Chat” – Tonight, Thursday, March 24th 2016, at 7PM on Charter cable channel 191, the Barkhamsted Republican Town Committee presents a half hour interview with Red Notes from a Blue State political commentator Don Pesci, and BRTC Chair and host, Juliana Simone. In this episode, Don and Juliana discuss Super Tuesday on the day eleven states were casting votes for who should be the next President of the United States; front-runner Donald Trump and the remaining Republican candidates; the media’s continued obsession with Governor Chris Christie, One of Don’s recent posts, “How Many Vetoes Does Malloy Have in his Safe” and the Governor’s new fiscal concerns for our state and how he could make any positive solutions this session.

This program will run again next Thursday, March 10th, at 7PM on Charter cable channel 191. For those outside of the viewing area or who are not cable subscribers, this show can be seen on-line at www.ctv13.net after this next Monday, under VOD (Video on Demand) “Conservative Chat.”