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New Canaan Residents, Emergency Personnel Pay Tribute to 9/11
First responders and elected officials were also in attendance during Friday's Sept. 11 service.
<b>Bio</b>
After deciding winters in the Northeast weren't cold enough for me, I moved west to attend the University of Wisconsin where I recently graduated with a degree in journalism and a newfound respect for ice fishing. During my time spent in Madison, I worked for the student newspaper, a local newsweekly and freelanced for a New York-based men's magazine.
I've got a ton of hobbies and even more interests, which include but are not limited to: creative writing, camping, snowboarding, swimming, gardening, cooking and dog ownership.
<b>Basics</b>
Email: max@patch.com
Cell: 203.309.7165
Birthday: January 3
Hometown: Armonk, NY
<b>Beliefs</b>
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<i>How would you describe your political beliefs?</i>
If I had to choose, I'd say my political beliefs are most closely aligned with libertarianism. However, I respect a well-formulated opinion from either side of the aisle.
<b>Religion</b>
<i>How religious would you say you are? Casual, observant, devout, non-religious?</i>
I was raised Jewish, but I find spirituality to be much more uniting than any organized religion.
<b>Local Hot Button Issues</b>
<i>What do you think are the most important issues facing the community?</i>
<i>Where do you stand on each of these issues?</i>
Since I'm new to the community, I'm still getting a feel for what the most contentious issues are. Stay tuned for a definitive answer!
First responders and elected officials were also in attendance during Friday's Sept. 11 service.
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