House Republican Press Release

March 12, 2007

Press Office: 860-240-8700

Rep. Floren’s Recent News Quotes

Here are some quotes from the Greenwich Time on March 10th regarding the Governor’s Budget proposal:

Other town Republicans, such as Rep. Livvy Floren, R-149th District, have come out swinging in favor of the governor, saying Rell would have won regardless of the Republican vote because her appeal crosses party lines. "The woman is the most popular governor in the history of the world," Floren said. "It wouldn't matter if she was a Republican, Democrat or vegetarian."

Floren said she does not support raising income taxes, but she is willing to listen to Rell's point of view, adding the budget the governor and legislators will eventually agree to will likely include compromises that members of both parties will find palatable.

"The woman wants to solve problems, and you can't do it without spending money," Floren said. "I'm not willing to jump on this 'Let's be negative on the governor.' I will not do that. I think all issues are on the table, and we should all look at it. She's put out a plan. Will it be the final plan? Never. It will never be the final plan. That's what government is. It's about compromise."

Another quote from Greenwich Time – February 25^th 2007 regarding the So-called Millionaires Tax proposal:

"I will be against anything that treats Fairfield County as a fiscal pinata," Floren said. "I will just not allow it."