Newtown Election 2021 Profile: Philip Cruz

NEWTOWN, CT — Election Day is approaching fast, and a number of key positions in Newtown will be on the ballot.

To help readers make an informed decision on Nov. 2, Patch has reached out to local candidates to share their views on various topics of importance in town.

Patch will post these candidate profiles over the next several days, so check back often to see the latest.

Democrat Philip Cruz, 69, is running for Police Commission in Newtown.

Occupation: Teacher Newtown Middle School

Family:
Sandra. Spouse
Amanda. Daughter
Andrew. Son Deceased

Experience: Planning Commission watersewer authority

Family in government: No

The single biggest issue in town is ______, and I plan to do this about it:

Navigating our town into the new normal future. I will the make necessary decisions that will benefit the growth of our town

Critical differences between me and my opponents:

Being a teacher for over 26 years in Newtown gives me a unique expertise being able to bring the school community closer together with the law enforcement community.

Accomplishments:

Being a retired U.S. Army Officer having 25 years of service and graduate of Command and General Staff College I have the training and experience to make critical decisions.

Other issues:

I am committed to improving our community by strengthening our beliefs in diversity, equality, and individuality to take our town to the next level of success.

I will seek to creatively find ways to bring about a better understanding between schools, law enforcement, and our community, in ways that will benefit everyone.

I will make decisions based on my educational knowledge, personal experiences, and principles that I believe will best benefit the entire Newtown Community.

I will be honest, open, and understanding of the needs of our community.