A few days ago I walked into Stop n Shop in Southington, CT and was greeted with a woman who said Hello but didn't smile--so it was comical to me. The guy putting my groceries in bags didn't smile either--and the whole experience made me realize how much I enjoy shopping and talking.

So, its always nice to run into people who have different opinions on political situations such as the Mayors 23 percent raise. I believe yes the Mayor does need a raise. So, in 2025--lets raise the salary to $99.00 BUT, Not now.

The Alderman's wife told me that our Mayor didn't ask for the raise...NO Shit! what person in their right mind would ask for a 23 percent raise after raising our taxes 14 percent with in her two terms...and we still don't know if she will raise taxes this year. But, since she is up for re-election history tells us No. So, we are safe for this year. If she wins re-election--she will raise taxes and her $89,000 salary. (BTW, what 30 year old out side of finance, or a Kardashian sister makes 89,000 dollars?)

But, I know the Alderman didn't do this without the Mayor's consent. If she wants a raise- get another job.

Another person came into this conversation and I found out later that the woman went to school with Paul J. (PJ) Manafort. "He was an ass then and he's an ass now."

Ah, Republicans. If they only knew how many people they hurt when they govern.