Page 4 THE REVERE ADVOCATE – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2022 Winthrop Republican Town Committee’s ‘Meet Your Congressional Candidates’ wrap-up O n Wednesday September 14, the Winthrop Republican Town Committee (WRTC) held a “Meet Your Congressional Candidates” evening. The reason the WRTC presents these nonpartisan events is to educate the public on the policies and initiatives their political leaders will promote. As quoted by WRTC Chair Paul Caruccio at the event, “An educated voter means better leadership and a better America.” Con gressional Candidate Caroline Colarusso was eager to meet and address the residents of the community and the District. Unfortunately, after multiple communications and contacts, Congressional Candidate Clark neglected to commit to the event and the community. Candidate Clark has now refused to address the public on eight separate opportunities by eight diff erent organizations. However, as planned, the event continued with WBZ Chief Investigated Reporter Cheryl Fiandaca moderating and peppering Congressional Candidate Colarusso with eight quesber of Justices. 6. What do you see as the biggest foreign policy issues facing the US? 7. Recent elections have been mired in controversy, leaving many wondering about integrity and honesty of our elections. What is the solution to resolving concerns some have that our elections are secure in the future? 8. Many are concerned about our massive spending and our national debt and the resulting tax increases. Can you comment on your position on spending if you are elected in November? From the audience Town CAROLINE COLARUSSO Congressional Candidate (Photo courtesy of Paul Caruccio) tions about how to improve the dilemma the state and country are now in. After the eight questions, the audience also had an opportunity to ask questions. The eight questions: 1. Americans have seen soarPAU L CARUCCIO WRTC Chair (Photo courtesy of Paul Caruccio) ing gasoline and home energy prices severely hurting working families. As our congresswoman what would you do about soaring energy prices? 2. Most people are shocked about what is happening at our borders. What is your position on our border situation and what would you propose? 3. Over the last two years it has been common to hear calls to release the incarcerated, defund the police and not prosecute some crimes. What is your philosophy on this topic? 4. Infl ation is at a 40 year high. Can you comment on infl ation, its causes and possible solutions from Congress? 5. Please comment on the Supreme Court and on the logic, if any, on expansion of the numSCAMS | FROM Page 3 you won’t be getting your initial deposit back either. How to avoid money fl ipping scams • Use good judgment. Getrich-quick schemes and investments that are guaranteed to give you a huge return are nearly always scams. If an off er sounds too good to be true, it probably is. • Do your research. Before you contact someone through TikTok or another social media platform, look up their name, phone number, and company name (if they have one) online. If they have conned others, you’ll likely fi nd complaints online about it. • Don’t give into scare tactics. If an “investor” contacts you, they may try to convince you the investment will only work if you act right now. Or, if you’ve already sent them funds, they Councilor Rob DeMarco questioned Candidate Colarusso about school issues and responsiveness to students’ individual needs. Resident Doreen Bonacorso asked Colarusso about her position on tuition forgiveness. For a full video of the event and responses, go to the Facebook site Winthrop Republican Town Committee. Membership to the WRTC is open to any community Republican. Associate participation is available to unenrolled community members. If you are interested, message the WRTC Facebook site or email WinthropRTC@gmail.com. (WBZ and Fiandaca do not necessarily reflect the opinions from Meet the Candidates Night.) may threaten you with legal action if you don’t pay their fees. In any case, don’t give in to scare tactics. Recognize them as the hallmarks of a scam. • Understand how digital wallet services work. Treat any money you send through a digital wallet service like cash. Once you send the money, there will be little you can do to get it back if it turns out you were scammed. It’s best to use these apps only with people you know and trust. For more information Read up on more investment scam techniques and money-fl ipping scams. If you spot a scam on TikTok or elsewhere, report it to BBB Scam Tracker, even if you didn’t lose any money. Your report helps boost consumer awareness about the issue. Check out more crypto tips and money advice on BBB.org. Like us on Facebook advocate newspaper Facebook.com/Advocate.news.ma
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