Cheshire Election 2023: Randy Raines Running For Constable

CHESHIRE, CT — The 2023 municipal election is heating up in Cheshire with plenty of races on the ballot.

Voters will head to the polls Tuesday, Nov. 7 and cast their ballots for seats on the Town Council, Board of Education, Planning and Zoning Commission and more.

Cheshire Patch asked candidates to answer questions about their campaigns and will be publishing candidate profiles as election day draws near.

Randy Raines, 74, is running for re-election as constable as a Republican.

Education.

Bachelor of Science

What is your occupation?

Manufacturing and real estate for over 40 years

Do you have a family? If so, please tell us about them.

One wife of 46 years, Two sons and 5 grandkids

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Have you ever held a public office, whether appointive or elective?

Constable and Environmental Commission

Now we'd like to ask a few questions about your reasons for running and your general views on politics and government. First, why are you seeking this office?

To back the officers serving our community

Please complete this statement: The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is \_\_\_, and this is what I intend to do about it.

I believe it's the debt we have approved.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?

If you keep your cash flow positive. You can never go bankrupt!

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

I have never understood people that get pleasure hurting other people. I have always enjoyed the smiles and hugs that come with helping!

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