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Patch's Poll: Is Joseph Courtney Doing A Good Job?

On Monday, Democrats nominated the 2nd Congressional District incumbent to run for his fourth term. Do you think Courtney deserves more time in Washington? Take our poll and add your thoughts in the comments.

Joseph Courtney was nominated Monday by his fellow Democrats to run for his fourth term representing the 2nd Congressional District in Washington.

The Vernon resident was nominated at the district convention in Norwich.

Two Republicans this week have announced their intentions to seek the party's nomination and challenge Courtney.

What do you think? Does Courtney deserve a fourth term? Take our poll and add your thoughts in the comments.

Carol W. Lewis May 16, 2012 at 01:23 pm
Joe's remarkable record shows that he stands up for the important issues in our district. His list--and ours--includes jobs at the submarine base, the success of small businesses and exports, expanding support for the many college students in our district, and protecting Medicare and Social Security. Congressman Courtney listens and cares. We need him in Congress.
Rick Brosseau May 16, 2012 at 03:28 pm
Courtney is top notch and has been very instrumental in helping keeping/growing jobs in CT
mark karas May 16, 2012 at 03:53 pm
Joe is one of the few politicians I feel extremely comfortable having in office.
Lee Terry May 16, 2012 at 03:59 pm
Our district is so diverse -- it's a tribute to Joe that he votes so consistently to benefit our area employers and employees-- academics, military/defense , small businesses, farmers and nonprofit agencies. If you get a chance to speak to him, you'll note that he is informed and candid, and devoted to the social services and health safety net that we all depend on. I have always supported him. I agree with Carol that we need him in Congress.
Jim LoMonaco May 17, 2012 at 05:16 pm
Joe has shown the ability to really work for the varied constituency he has in the 2nd CD. Students, EB workers, children, the elderly and small business. His quiet
competence and ability to know the needs of the ordinary citizen are an immense asset to us all.

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