CT Voters Oppose Malloy Tax Hikes

HARTFORD – A new poll of likely voters shows strong support for Governor Malloy’s proposed spending cuts but strong opposition to his proposed tax increases. 57% of voters think the budget deficit should be addressed “entirely” or “mainly” though spending cuts. 30% more think it should be though an “even balance” of spending cuts and tax increases. Just 11% say it should be “mainly” or “entirely” though tax increases. By 73-15%, voters oppose eliminating the $500 property tax credit (least popular) By 68-21%, voters oppose creating a state earned income tax credit By 67-31%, voters oppose increasing the gas tax Read on →