I applaud the Jan. 24 New Haven Register opinion page article by Chris Powell, “State Dems oblivious on budget.”

It appears that our senators and representatives have major issues to deal with now — economic issues caused by their misguided policies — that have created an enormous burden on state finances and the economy.

They should ask themselves, “Why are companies not hiring and leaving the state?”

I believe they know, but are unable to come to the realization that this fiscal mess was created by the majority and our governor.

Picking winners and losers with tax policies and taxpayer-funded subsidies in the state is not a way to move forward when facing massive deficits.

I am afraid our state is falling off a fiscal cliff. It needs true leaders to stand up and do the right thing.

Taxpayers’ pockets are now empty with a transfer to the political elites and their friends.

William C. Nimons

Ansonia