Chris Powell, I very much enjoyed your column about Russian interference, etc. I think your opinions here are spot on, and a refreshing change from normal coverage.

It’s sad, however, that you can’t distinguish between the national party and us in the communities. I can assure you, we have no inside ties with Wall Street that control our activities.

But we have to bear the “phony” label, as well.

Happy New Year!

Bill Shortell

New Britain