Some see State Senator Dennis Bradley as a rising star in Bridgeport-area politics.

Now, he faces federal conspiracy and wire fraud charges.

Several politicians from Bridgeport have faced corruption charges in recent years. We talk with a community leader about the political culture in Connecticut’s ’s largest city.

We want to hear from you. Are you a Bridgeport resident? What’s your reaction to the arrest of Senator Bradley?

GUESTS:

• Brian Lockhart - Reporter covering Bridgeport for the Connecticut Post and Hearst Connecticut newspapers
• Gemeem Davis - Codirector of Bridgeport Generation Now, a nonpartisan grassroots organization that promotes civic engagement
• Mark Pazniokas - Capitol bureau chief for the Connecticut Mirror

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