Christine Rose, Patch Staff
- Newtown, CT
I have been photographing architecture, people, and places for more than 30 years and for the last decade, I have been writing stories about inspirational people who make the world a better place. I think those are the people who will save the world.
For more than a year, I worked at the Danbury Patch as the gallery photographer and reporter covering the education beat, features and other news. I also covered the Housatonic and Naugatuck Valleys for the Regional Editor.
I am also published as Christina Rose.
My Political views: I do not associate myself with a political party as I see the benefits and detriments of both major parties. I would classify myself as an Independent in every sense of the word. I vote for candidates rather than parties, and look for candidates who are honest, sincere, and hold a true goal of being a servant of the people. I have met many people, Republicans, Democrats, Independents and totally apolitical, that fall under that category.
I am fiscally conservative, but understand the need to support my community over my own comfort, whenever necessary.
My personal beliefs tend to be both very conservative and very liberal. I hold high standards for myself and believe in personal responsibility. I firmly believe that rights without responsibility is tyranny. I also believe that law without compassion is tyranny.
Fortunately, I do see that there are many wonderful people in the world. Tyranny is often just louder.
My work with deeply impoverished people, in places where there was virtually no opportunity to create a better life, reminds me that we can, and must, create a better world by providing opportunities for success where there are none.
My religion is faith based. I believe deeply. I also do not believe that any one religion holds all of the secrets of the universe. I see religions as parts of an interlocking puzzle, and each has a bit of news the others could learn from. If one is to believe there is one God, then one has to consider that all religions are getting their information from the same source.
I worked in civil rights for many years, and know on a very deep level the problems that bigotry can cause to others.
I am the founder of ChangingWinds.Org, a 501 C3 non-profit organization dedicated to bettering the lives of Native American children through education and charitable efforts. All of the children served by Changing Winds reside in the poorest counties in the country, located on Indian Reservations in South Dakota.
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Regional Roundup of This Weekend's Events
From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
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From our neighborhood to the towns around us, if you're looking for something to do this weekend we've got you covered.
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Where to Pick Apples in Connecticut
With the smell of autumn filling the air, its time to head to the orchards and pick your own apples for cider, pies and eating off the tree.
Bethel, CT|News|
Where to Get Your Apples in Connecticut
With the smell of autumn filling the air, its time to head to the orchards and pick your own apples for cider, pies and eating off the tree.
Newtown|News|
OMG PD: Nun Catches Alleged Car Thief in the Act
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Bethel, CT|News|
OMG PD: Nun Catches Alleged Car Thief in the Act
And a five-foot long snake gave a Connecticut man quite the scare when he found it in his yard.
Danbury, CT|News|
PHOTOS: The Dignity Memorial Vietnam Wall
Many gathered to pay tribute to those who fell during the Vietnam War.
Newtown|News|
Solar Panels Will Provide Electricity to Newtown Plant
Silent and beautiful, the solar panels will eventually pay for themselves.
Bethel, CT|News|
Travel Opportunity For Bethel Chamber Members and Other Residents
The Newtown Chamber has arranged a great deal for Bethelites!
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Early Morning DUI Without a License
All persons accused are considered innocent until proven otherwise in a court of law.
Bethel, CT|News|
State Proposes Revisions To Increase Rigor In School and Teacher Quality
Educator Preparation Advisory Council focuses on quality in teacher and school leader programming
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Tag Sales, Sept. 21-23
A listing of all tag sales this weekend in your town and others nearby.
Bethel, CT|News|
Tag Sales, Sept. 21-23
A listing of all tag sales this weekend in your town and others nearby.
Newtown|News|
State Proposes Revisions To Increase Rigor In School and Teacher Quality
Educator Preparation Advisory Council focuses on quality in teacher and school leader programming
Southbury, CT|News|
Ed Sullivan's House Goes on the Market
The home where the Beatles swam in the pool is for sale in Southbury
Bethel, CT|News|
Ed Sullivan's House Goes on the Market
The home where the Beatles swam in the pool is for sale in Southbury