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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Joe de la Cruz: "I'll work with both parties to find commonsense solutions." His campaign cites a vote for a middle-class tax cut and millions secured for local schools. Vote Joe de la Cruz, State Senate. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Happy Sukkot to our Jewish neighbors in Plainfield. The week-long harvest festival runs through Oct 2. Families share meals in a sukkah, a simple hut roofed with branches, and welcome guests to the table. Share it forward.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Nor'easter alert: bring your lawn signs inside today. Gusts up to 50 mph could send them flying. Store them flat in a garage, shed, basement or porch until the storm clears. Candidates and volunteers: call or text neighbors with signs out and ask them to bring them in.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Cakes and peach pies are still on the table. Bake sale until 3pm, Moosup Yard Sale, 39 Milner Ave. Homemade peach pies, peach crumb mini cakes and more, gluten-free options too. Lions Park also goes until 3. Find the Plainfield Democrats tent and grab your favorite candidate's yard sign.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Tent is up at Celebrate Plainfield Day. Lions Park at Town Hall, until 3pm today, free admission. Bounce houses, vendors, demos, music, food. Find the Plainfield Democrats tent and get your favorite candidate's yard sign. Bake sale until 3pm, 39 Milner Ave, many gluten-free options.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 19/09/2026

Bake sale is open. Moosup Yard Sale, 39 Milner Ave, until 3pm. Cupcakes, brownies, cookies, breads and more, homemade by Plainfield neighbors, many gluten-free. Then Celebrate Plainfield Day, Lions Park, 10am-3pm, free. Find our tent and pick up your favorite candidate's yard sign.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Sat Sept 19: Plainfield Democrats bake sale, 8am-3pm, Moosup Yard Sale, 39 Milner Ave. Then Celebrate Plainfield Day, Lions Park at Town Hall, 10am-3pm. Free admission, bounce houses, vendors, demos, music, food vendors. Our booth is there. Rain or shine.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Joe de la Cruz turned the old wood stove into a pizza oven. His grandson runs the garlic knots. 38 years in sheet metal. SMART Local 40 since 1997. Three terms in the state House. Running for the 18th. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Connecticut has the fourth highest electric rates in the country. Marcus Palumbo: ban ratepayer funded executive bonuses, end the Eversource monopoly through public and municipal power, and pause new AI data centers. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Marcus Palumbo.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

The closest VA is 45 minutes away. Sam Derenthal: "I don't know how you can say, I'm 75, I can't drive, and I can't get to my endocrinologist in Hartford, because I don't have a ride." Transportation is healthcare. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Samantha Derenthal.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Joe de la Cruz spent 38 years in the sheet metal trade. SMART Local 40 since 1997. Labor Day is not about the long weekend. It exists because people who worked with their hands organized. Happy Labor Day. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Connecticut made Labor Day a legal holiday in 1889, five years before the country did. The first one, in 1882, was not a day off. Workers gave up a day of pay to march. To everyone in Plainfield working today: thank you. Share it forward. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Marcus Palumbo: "If you work every day for a paycheck and have a boss, you are working-class. That is the vast majority of us." Unions, workplace democracy, and a seat at the table. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Marcus Palumbo.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

Connecticut's minimum wage goes to $17.48 on January 1. Sam Derenthal wants to talk about the rung above it. Workforce development is her profession. A floor is a floor. The question is what sits above it. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Samantha Derenthal.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Joe de la Cruz spent 38 years in the trades. He knows what a medical bill does to a working family. No family should go without critical care when life changes. A layoff should not take your coverage with it. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Marcus Palumbo on healthcare, in his words: politicians have no excuse for not acting. Two things he would do now: raise the Medicaid reimbursement rate, and stop private equity from buying our hospitals. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Marcus Palumbo.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Sam Derenthal: healthcare is a necessity, not a luxury. Insurers want 16.2% more on individual plans in 2027. The hearing is tomorrow. She backs protecting ACA subsidies now, a public option long term. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Samantha Derenthal.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Town meeting tonight, 6:30 pm, Plainfield Town Hall. Briefing on the proposed SMART trash plant, then a vote on $250,000 for attorneys to fight it. Referendum Sept 3. Siting Council comments on Petition 1719 due Sept 6. plainfieldtrashplant.org #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

There may be no public hearing on the Plainfield trash plant. It is before the state Siting Council as Petition 1719, where a hearing is not required by law. The Council decides within 60 days and the clock is already running. Ask for one. Cite Petition 1719. plainfieldtrashplant.org/take-action/

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

Some of your neighbors pay 23 to 64% less for electricity. Connecticut has six municipal utilities, including Groton, Norwich and Jewett City. Marcus Palumbo backs public power. Sam Derenthal wants towns free to explore it. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Extended early voting hours today, Tuesday August 4: 8am to 8pm at Plainfield Town Hall, 8 Community Ave. One race on the Democratic ballot: Governor. Primary Day is Tuesday, August 11. Questions: Registrars of Voters, 860-230-3024. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Early voting for Connecticut's primary starts today, August 3. 10am to 6pm. Extended 8am to 8pm on Aug 4 and Aug 6. Early voting runs through Aug 9. Primary Day is Tuesday, August 11, 6am to 8pm. Connecticut runs a closed primary. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 02/08/2026

plainfieldctdems.org is updated: the live town meeting calendar, every 2026 voting date, our archive of recorded town meetings, and a new candidates page. plainfieldctdems.org Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

Marcus Palumbo says Connecticut has the 4th highest electric rates in the country. His fix: ban Eversource executive bonuses funded by your bill, move toward public power, pause new AI data centers. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Marcus Palumbo.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Electricity isn't a luxury. It's a necessity. Sam Derenthal's words. Her stand: hold utilities accountable, more transparency, let towns explore municipal power like Bozrah. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Samantha Derenthal.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

Joe de la Cruz spent 38 years in the trades. He knows the difference between a bill dropping and a bill being affordable. Bills fell about $37 a month since May. Ours are still among the highest in the country. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Residents have been building a website on the proposed Plainfield trash plant, and it just got a real upgrade. A full document archive, source filings now readable by screen readers, and a new peer-reviewed study on traffic noise and health. plainfieldtrashplant.org

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Meet Marcus Palumbo, running for State Rep in CT's 47th District — a community organizer taking on what he calls the 'Scam Economy': rein in Eversource, lower electric bills, cut property taxes, back workers' rights. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Marcus Palumbo.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Joe de la Cruz: union sheet-metal worker, Community Speaks Out co-founder, three-term state rep — now running for CT State Senate, District 18. Focused on lowering energy, health care, and tax costs for eastern CT. Paid for by Plainfield Democratic Town Committee. Approved by Joseph de la Cruz.

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

New website on the proposed Plainfield trash plant. We've followed this since last year — now the full documented record is in one place. Every claim is backed by its source, so you can check it and decide for yourself: plainfieldtrashplant.org #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

⚠️ URGENT: A DEEP notice sign just went up on Route 12 in Plainfield. SMART Technology Systems submitted its solid waste permit application. Use every channel to oppose the SMART plant. State emails + mailing address here: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

State already classifies the SMART Plainfield trash plant as an environmental justice case. CT DEEP has an EJ Public Participation Plan on file for the Norwich/Black Hill Rd site. Tell the Siting Council the project fails it: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Plainfield already has one EPA Superfund groundwater site (Gallup's Quarry). PFAS detected in 2020. A gasification plant already runs on it. SMART wants a SECOND on 81 acres off Route 12. One is enough. Oppose: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Not a someday problem: SMART Technology Systems already filed for its air permit for the Plainfield trash plant — 1,800 tons of garbage a day, residential zone. When the comment window opens you'll have 30 days. Email the Siting Council now: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

How the Plainfield trash plant gets stopped: each state permit has a 30-day comment window, and 25 residents can force a public hearing. SMART wants 1,800 tons of garbage a day in a residential zone. Email the Siting Council now: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

Petitions are easy for the state to ignore. Emails from named residents are not. SMART wants a waste-to-energy plant in Plainfield: 1,800 tons of garbage a day, residential zone, 100+ trucks. Email the CT Siting Council, oppose it: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

100+ garbage trucks a day on Routes 12 & 14, 6am-5pm — that's SMART's proposed waste-to-energy plant, 1,800 tons of trash a day in a residential Plainfield zone. Tell the CT Siting Council to oppose it: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

A CT town already beat a plant like this. SMART wants 1,800 tons of garbage a day on 81 acres in residential Plainfield. Killingly fought a 650 MW plant for years and won — residents wrote the state, packed hearings. Do the same: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Fight the Plainfield trash plant in 2 minutes. Copy this, email your CT legislators (cga.ct.gov): "I oppose SMART Technology Systems' waste-to-energy plant on Route 12 — 1,800 tons of garbage a day in a residential zone, 100+ trucks. Please oppose it." #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Who decides on the Plainfield trash plant? Not the town. The CT Siting Council, a state board. SMART's plan: 1,800 tons of garbage a day, residential zone, 100+ trucks. Tell the Siting Council you oppose it: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield #CTpolitics

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Plainfield voted 1,148-125 against the SMART trash plant — a waste-to-energy plant, 1,800 tons of garbage a day, in a residential zone. The vote was non-binding. The state decides. Email your state legislator, tell them to oppose it: cga.ct.gov #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

SMART Technology Systems wants a waste-to-energy plant in Plainfield: 1,800 tons of garbage burned for gas a day, 81 acres in a residential zone, 100+ trucks. We voted 10-to-1 against it. The state still decides. Email the CT Siting Council, oppose it: portal.ct.gov/csc #Plainfield

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

Are you early voting? Haven't voted yet? You have less than 3 hours to go! Head over to 8 community Ave in Plainfield and let your voice be heard! This Tuesday is election day, open from 6A to 8P youtube.com/shorts/ul2GI...

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Less then 3 hours to go! If you have not voted yet, you have less than 3 hours to go! #plainfieldct

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 02/11/2025

It’s the last day to vote early before Election Day. Chairperson Karla Desjardins shares an important message about where and when you can cast your ballot before the polls close tonight. Every vote matters in this local election—make your voice heard today. youtube.com/shorts/qKvhZ...

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Last Day to Vote Early in Plainfield | Message from PDTC Chair Karla Desjardins

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

Early voting is underway. If you haven’t voted yet, now is a great time. Skip the lines and get it done early. Check out who’s running for office in Plainfield before you head out. plainfieldctdems.org/candidates

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

Early voting starts today in Connecticut. If you’re voting early in Plainfield, take a minute to review who’s on the ballot. Every vote helps shape our town’s future. plainfieldctdems.org/candidates

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 12/10/2025

One week until Paint YOUR Pet, Oct 18, 3–6 PM. Paint your own pet with help from skilled instructors. Tickets $45. Every ticket funds PDTC training and outreach. Sign up:https://plainfieldctdems.org/order-pet-your-pet-tickets/

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 11/10/2025

Chairman Karla Desjardins shares today’s Campaign Question of the Day: How can I get to know your candidates? Watch how you can connect, meet, and talk directly with them before Election Day. youtube.com/shorts/FbUegwDuoWY

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Plainfield Connecticut Democratic Town Committee @plainfieldctdems.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Peggy Bourey has spent years serving Plainfield through leadership, volunteer work, and community involvement. From local boards to projects, she continues to give back and lead. Watch her story and see why so many trust her to guide Plainfield. youtube.com/shorts/LpnwqwGAoAQ

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