State Democrats are continuing to hammer away at Gov. Jodi Rell's proposed budget plan.Some lawmakers say the governor made poor choices in the budget proposal. Rell is trying to close an estimated $8 billion deficit.Budget Director Robert Genuario admits it will be a challenge, but is optimistic that a budget package will be worked out.The Appropriations Committee will begin to review the budget plan Monday.

Rell seeks to pare down government with new budget To watch an interview with Genuario, go to Channel 612 on your iO digital cable box and select iO Extra.