The Courant got it right [Oct. 28, Insight, "Oz Griebel For Governor"]. The two major parties are far more devoted to their political bases than they are to Connecticut's common good. Either one will enter the governor's mansion with a parade of partisan interests and paid-off political appointees. And the bickering will begin for another four torturous years.

So I've decided to step out of the box this election and vote for the Oz Griebel/Monte Frank ticket. First, as independents, they'll come into office without all that political baggage. Imagine being able to pull in the best talent and ideas from both sides of the aisle — maybe even outside government. What a novel approach!


Second, their election will send a strong signal to the legislature that voters demand bi-partisan cooperation. It could be a game-changer. Third, I like the idea that these two aren't being underwritten by super PACs and national parties.

Finally, they're not pandering to voters. They only promise there will be plenty of tough decisions, sacrifice and required compromise to go around. That's an attitude that could actually get us somewhere.

I know change is hard, but my choice this year is really pretty easy. I'm voting for Oz.

Marcie LaBelle, Manchester