SENATOR SLAP, REPRESENTATIVE DELNICKI VISIT SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL TO DISCUSS IMPORTANCE OF BIPARTISANSHIP

Amid a national political landscape that continues to be polarized, State Senator Derek Slap (D-West Hartford) and State Representative Tom Delnicki (R-South Windsor) today visited eighth graders at West Hartford’s Solomon Schechter Day School to meet with students and discuss with them the importance of bipartisanship and working together for common goals despite potential differences. The Solomon Schechter Day School is a Jewish private school with the mission of educating students to make positive change in the world.

Though they are in opposing parties, Sen. Slap and Rep. Delnicki have a history of working collaboratively through their work in the General Assembly, including a current bill under consideration by the legislature that would add increased oversight to the Metropolitan District.

“Reaching across the aisle and listening to other viewpoints not only leads to better outcomes, it is what our constituents respect,” said Sen. Slap. “We will not always agree, but we can act with civility and humility – and that’s a great message for students today.”

“I enjoyed sharing our legislative experiences and engaging with the Solomon Schechter students today,” said Rep. Delnicki. “Despite the political climate that surrounds us, it’s gratifying to know that Sen. Slap and I can find common ground and work together in a bipartisan fashion on important legislation that benefits Connecticut residents.”

Sen. Slap and Rep. Delnicki discussed their work as legislators and their successes working with opposing parties, and each other, to pass legislation, as well as the importance of understanding and perceiving others’ perspectives and working collaboratively.