Shelton Democrats to sponsor conversation at Plumb Memorial Library

SHELTON - Shelton Democrats are sponsoring a series of Community Conversations as part of their commitment to educate and engage the community on issues that matter most to residents on a local, state, and national level.

The first Community Conversation will be 'Building a Community of Respect: Why Words Still Matter,' presented in partnership with the Anti-Defamation League at 6:30 p.m. March 20 at Plumb Memorial Library, 65 Wooster St. 

This conversation will take an important look at the rise of hate speech, intolerance, and the role community organizations and citizens play in standing together against hate. 

This conversation will feature a panel of speakers including Steve Ginsburg, Director of the Anti-Defamation League;  Shawn Sequeira, Acting Chief of Shelton Police; Christopher Clouet, Superintendent of Shelton Public Schools; and the Rev. Lucille Fritz, Pastor, Huntington Congregational Church.

David Gioiello, Chairman of the Shelton Democrats said,  "Members of the public are invited to attend and participate in this free event, and we look forward to beginning the Community Conversation series." 

This is a press release from Jimmy Tickey.