Candidate Profile: Fritz G. Chery Stamford Board Of Education

STAMFORD, CT — 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. (To sign up for Stamford breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

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

Fritz G. Chery, a Stamford resident, is running for re-election to the city's Board of Education.

Party affiliation: Democratic Party

Previous elected experience: Board of Education

Family members in government: No

Campaign website: facebook.com/stamfordboe2020

The single most pressing issue facing our state is _______, and this is what I intend to do about it.

Education for our children. I intend to make sure that those who do not have a voice on education are heard.

What are the critical differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I am a substitute teacher. I also make it a point to physically to be in a school every week.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I have opened two childcare facilities in both Stamford and Greenwich.

What else would you like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

Since being on the Board of Education, I have consistently read every email that is sent to me by students, parents and teachers.