Candidate Profile: Ellen Wink, 137th District

CONNECTICUT — The 2020 election is heating up in Connecticut and there are plenty of races with candidates eager to serve in elected office. Eyes are primarily focused on the presidential election, but every state representative and senate seat is up for grabs. All five of Connecticut’s congressional seats are up for grabs as well.

There are 151 seats in the state House of Representatives and 36 in the state Senate. Democrats currently hold majorities in both chambers with a 91 to 60 lead over Republicans in the House and a 22 to 14 lead in the Senate.

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

Ellen Wink, a Norwalk resident is running for House of Representatives District 137. She currently serves as Norwalk's Deputy Registrar of Voters.

<b>Age:</b> 60
<b>Party affiliation:</b> Republican Party
<b>Family:</b>I've raised 2 daughters, ages 30 and 33.
<b>Occupation:</b>Currently the Deputy Registrar of Voters. Long Term Care Administration for 21 years, Real Estate Agent for 7 years.
<b>Previous elected experience:</b>Appointed as City Clerk and Deputy Registrar of Voters for the City of Norwalk
<b>Family members in government:</b>N/A
Campaign website: www.ellenwink.com

<b>The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.</b>
Public Safety: Police Accountability Bill REVIEW AND REVISE

<b>What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?</b>
I'll Show Up! I'll Be Involved. I'll Represent Norwalk

<b>What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?</b>
I've raised a family. I've operated a Long Term Care Facility. I've been involved in my Community. I've juggled it all at the same time.

<b>Do you believe Connecticut needs reform when it comes to electric utility oversight? What steps, if any should be taken?</b>
No more monopolies!

<b>What steps should state government take to bolster economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic for local businesses?</b>
Let them open their doors!

<b>List other issues that define your campaign platform:</b>
Public health, Public safety, Public education

<b>What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?</b>
Less taxes, less government!