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Ex-state Senator Newton prepares for sentencing in Bridgeport

Former state Senator Ernie Newton prepares for his sentencing after pleading guilty to bribery and tax evasion. Prosecutors say they are pushing for the maximum sentence of just under five years to

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Feb 2, 2006, 8:09 AM

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