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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 3d

Childhood hunger and food insecurity are solvable problems. Thanks to providers like Filling in the Blanks (FIB), they are making a real difference. It’s why I led the effort, supported by my colleagues, to put $100,000 in the state budget to supplement FIB’s efforts.

www.fillingintheblanks.org

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 4d

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 5d

Miss October ❤️

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 5d

I got my annual flu shot on Thursday at the Norwalk Health Department with Mayor Rilling, State Representative Dominique Johnson, and Council Member Jalin Sead. You can sign up for your flu shot too.

Click here to make an appointment through December 18: www.norwalkct.gov/762/Flu

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 6d

Senate President Martin Looney and I issued a statement following a new report showing that 66% of Connecticut manufacturers say Trump's tariffs are negatively impacting business.

Full release: bit.ly/3Wj7Y9Z

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 8d

To all those who observe Yom Kippur, may it be a peaceful and reflective day. G'mar chatima tova

Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 8d

Mayor Harry Rilling and I announced as part of the city and state partnership of the 25 year school construction plan and the higher state reimbursement rate (60% vs 22.5%) that West Rocks Middle School will be the next brand new school.

www.senatedems.ct.gov/mayor-rillin...

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 13d

Connecticut is always beautiful, but particularly wonderful and spectacular when the leaves are turning. Click here to see when and where you can see the best Fall colors!! 💛🧡❤️

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Ally Whelan @amwhelan.bsky.social · 14d

And again… vaccines save lives. And it’s not just about protecting yourself. It’s also about protecting those around you.

More kids are severely ill or dying from the flu as vaccine rates fall, CDC reports — NBC News

As fewer children get their flu shots, cases of a rare, severe complication are rising. Last season, the U.S. experienced the highest number of pediatric flu deaths in 15 years.

apple.news

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 13d

In the second quarter of 2025, Connecticut’s real gross domestic product increased 4.6%, on an annual basis, ranking joint-ninth among the states and surpassing the national rate of 3.8%, according to data released Friday by the federal Bureau of Economic Analysis.
www.thehour.com/business/art...

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 13d

A new video showing the progress of the new Norwalk High School/P-TECH High School.

Now it’s all about enclosing the building and making it look more like the beautiful school it is designed to be each & every day.

I’m so excited for students, teachers and staff to walk into the building in 2027

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Connecticut Senate Democrats @ctsenatedems.bsky.social · 14d

I knowww it’s rainy out today but can’t help thinking of the beautiful Fall weather ahead. I saw some orange leaves already!

Click here to see when and where you can see the best Fall colors!! 💛🧡❤️
storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/37fd...

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 14d

Sidewalks and traffic calming on it’s way to West Rocks Road in Norwalk.

patch.com/connecticut/...

City Breaks Ground On Sidewalk Improvements Near Schools In Norwalk

State and city officials gathered to break ground on a project aimed at creating two miles of brand new sidewalks in an area near schools.

patch.com

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 14d

Globe: Lawyer Leading DOJ’s Attack on Harvard Has a History of Praising Hitler

Read more here:
mailchi.mp/af3958f422a3...

Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 15d

Democrats and Republicans used to agree on the 1st Amendment. What happened? Trump's FCC can't silence all of us.

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 16d

Welcome back Jimmy!

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 16d

It’s not that hard to say … acetaminophen

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 16d

I really enjoyed attending the Norwalk Navratri-Garba night. People from all over the area came to dance, socialize and be in fellowship. It is a Hindu holiday that lasts nine nights and celebrates the spiritual victory of good over evil and the victory of Goddess Durga over the demon Mahishasura.

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League of Women Voters of Williamsburg Area @lwvwilliamsburg.org · 18d

The League has consistently & boldly spoken up in the face of rising authoritarianism. Now we are putting words into action. We encourage millions in our Unite and Rise movement to show up in defense of democracy. Lean in locally. Commit to act: bit.ly/4g5RcEq @lwvus.bsky.social @lwvva.bsky.social

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 17d

I had the incredible opportunity to attend @yimbytown.bsky.social, the nation’s largest pro-homes conference. Every community in Connecticut is responsible for building housing that is affordable for seniors, working families and students.

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 17d

To all those who celebrate, my family and I wish you a Happy Rosh Hashanah. L'Shanah Tovah

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 18d

Congratulations to Rev. Tamara Moreland on your installation as Senior Pastor of the First Congregational Church on the Green, Norwalk. You’ve already done great things for us in Norwalk and we look forward to your continued ministry in our community.

Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 18d

Thanks to The Marvin in East Norwalk for always inviting me to your Family & Friends Picnic. So many of these residents are not only constituents but friends who I’ve known for a long time. It’s a wonderful place and the residents always seem very happy there.

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Quote Of The Day, Connecticut 🌎 @qotdct.bsky.social · 18d

#RecentlyInCT / #RecentEventsInCT:
#CT 's Lieutenant Governor Susan Bysewiecz [1] and State Majority Leader @bobduffct.bsky.social [4] took part in a rally today [9/21/2025] on #Norwalk 's Town Green, as the city's @ctdems.bsky.social presented its current slate of candidates.

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Bob Duff @bobduffct.bsky.social · 18d

We’re sounding the alarm and warning people before it’s too late.

What's at stake for patients in Connecticut? Unless Republicans take action before the end of the year, health insurance costs will increase by an average of about $3,400 annually for roughly 142,000 of our residents.
bit.ly/41Wk5Ny

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