Promising a New Generation of Leadership, Alex Armstrong Announces Run for Milford and Orange State

MILFORD AND ORANGE, CONN. – Last night, in front of an enthusiastic crowd of family, friends, and supporters, Milford resident Alex Armstrong unanimously won the Democratic nomination for State Representative in the 119th district, which includes Milford’s Gulf Pond neighborhoods, north Milford, and western Orange. 

“Connecticut families need new leadership and new solutions,” Armstrong said. “Prices are rising – the average monthly electric bill is expected to hit $300 this summer. And that’s while food, healthcare, housing, and childcare keep getting more expensive, too. It’s time to try something new.”

“I’m running because I believe that we can still tackle the big problems. We can lower energy costs, bring more tax dollars back to our communities, and improve our coastal resiliency. But we need to work together. And we need strong leadership with fresh ideas.”

Alex Armstrong grew up in Milford, where he attended public schools – Orange Avenue, Harborside, and Foran – and where he now lives with his wife, Julie, and their two daughters. Alex graduated from Georgetown University, where he studied government and history, and has a master's degree in American political science from Yale University. Professionally, he works as a Vice President at a global nonprofit organization, combatting commodity-driven deforestation in Latin America, Africa, and Southeast Asia. 

Armstrong served for three years on the Milford Sewer Commission, the final year as Vice Chairman. He previously served a term on the Milford Pension and Retirement Board, which manages the City's pension fund. He is also a volunteer with the Friends of Milford Library and a member of the Milford Irish Heritage Society. You can learn more about Alex, donate to his campaign, or sign up to volunteer at ArmstrongForCT.com.

Election Day is November 3, with early voting beginning October 19.