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Are Americans fed up with increasing crime and lawlessness? Host Paul Pacelli discussed that on "Connecticut Today" after the latest set of primaries across the nation (0:32). State Senate GOP Leader Kevin Kelly discussed a push by his caucus for more tax relief (8:02). CTNewsJunkie.com columnist Terry Cowgill joined us to chat about the coming appointment of a state-level fact checker for the November elections (20:14).

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Expert debater and author of "Good Arguments", Bo Seo, joins the show to discuss the merits applying debate strategy to everyday life.

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Lisa chats with Christopher Baker Scott of SUN Scholars Inc. about honoring the memory of Anthony and Robert Dudchik.

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Lisa is joined by Wayne Winston to discuss gun violence across races.

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The National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Connecticut provides support, education, and advocacy for people in Connecticut affected by mental illness. NAMI Connecticut wants to increase public awareness about NAMI’s mental health education programs, support groups, and public policy initiatives. They are this month's Connoisseur Cares campaign organization. We spoke with Tom Burr, the Community & Affiliate Relations Manager at NAMI CT. 

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1. Lawmakers are under pressure to pass gun laws. But will they really make a difference? UNH professor and former Lt. Lisa Dadio shares her professional perspective on the state of our country and how to tackle mass shootings. ((00:10))

2. An alarming report shows there has been a drastic increase in calls to poison control centers across the US because kids are taking too much melatonin. Sleep medicine expert, Dr. Abavana, shares what the problem is and how to combat it. ((19:39))

3. A Westport vet adopted a blind, deaf, pink puppy…named him Piglet, and the rest is history! Learn all about this inspiring local dog and how he is helping thousands of children learn about acceptance and resiliency. For more information: https://www.pigletmindset.org/ ((33:14))

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On "Connecticut Today," host Paul Pacelli chatted with Heritage Foundation analyst and former federal prosecutor John Malcolm about the current gun law measures being debated in D.C. (0:32). Yankee Institute for Public Policy President Carol Platt Liebau returned to talk about the recent announcement of a state-level Election Information Security Analyst (12:07).

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Jennifer Hubbard reacts and gives her thoughts about the tragic school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.

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Ernie Blundell General Manager of Playland in Rye NY joins the show to preview their opening for the season!

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Lisa chats with Dr. Thomas Coley, Regional President at Connecticut State Community Colleges.

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