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Municipal Elections Matter

Izabela Bonzanini News - Politics 12 Oct, 2021

It is a common myth that the “important” elections only take place every four years. Local elections often take place every two years, and because turnout is lower, your vote has a much more direct impact on your life.

The New American Dream Foundation Gala Raises Thousands Towards Its Senior Hot Meal Program and Supports for Local Health Care Workers in The Fight Against COVID-19

Izabela Bonzanini News - Events 11 Oct, 2021

DANBURY, CT- The Seventh Annual American Dream Awards Gala, hosted by The New American Dream Foundation, Inc. (TNADF), a 501(c)(3) organization, was held on September 17, at the Amber Room Colonnade, with nearly 300 guests in attendance.

Gov. Lamont Signs Executive Order Extending Emergency Mask Mandate, and Other Orders

Izabela Bonzanini News - Politics 08 Oct, 2021

Connecticut legislators granted Gov. Ned Lamont an extension of his emergency powers – the House on Monday, Sept. 27, and the Senate on Tuesday, Sept. 28 — with both chambers voting along party lines, except for 10 Democratic state representatives and one Democratic state senator voting with Republicans.

High Time for Shedding Old Prejudices and Stereotypes

Izabela Bonzanini News 07 Oct, 2021

Saint Teresa of Calcutta famously said, "hungry not only for bread - but hungry for love. Naked not only for clothing - but naked of human dignity and respect. Homeless not only for want of a home of bricks - but homeless because of rejection."

Health Coverage Helps Students Safely Return to School

Izabela Bonzanini Kids & Family - News 02 Oct, 2021

As a new school year kicks into gear, make sure your child is ready to safely return to in-person learning and extracurricular activities. This means being on top of routine medical visits and ensuring they are protected against vaccine-preventable diseases (like measles and mumps).

You are not their friends

Izabela Bonzanini What Is The Next Step In Your Life? - News 28 Sep, 2021

Parents aren't provided with instinctive knowledge about how to raise a child. The appearance of a child does not miraculously give a parent sudden insight. There are, I think, maternal and paternal instincts. But the love that swells from the birth of a child doesn't come with a manual. As both a parent and a pediatrician, I can tell you that ignorance and emotion lead to poor decision-making.