Stephanie Thomas Endorsed By Governor Lamont, Senator Blumenthal

Press release from Stephanie Thomas for CT:

October 23, 2020

October 23rd, 2020 -- Democratic candidate Stephanie Thomas for State Representative (143rd district) has been endorsed by Governor Ned Lamont and Senator Richard Blumenthal.

“We have thousands of people moving into our state right now…[and as Connecticut transplants] you and I [have spoken] about how we want to make sure that Connecticut continues to be a place that is welcoming,” said Governor Lamont in his endorsement. He continued, “[We] need more people with a small business background, knows how to balance a budget, and care about people, and care about affordable healthcare...We have some of the highest healthcare costs in the country. In the middle of this COVID crisis, I appreciate what that’s meant to people. I know you can make a difference up there and I look forward to being with you for the next two years.”

Upon receiving his endorsement, Thomas said, “I am proud to receive the endorsement of Governor Ned Lamont and I look forward to working closely with him to advocate for affordable healthcare. Our economy stays healthy when our citizens stay healthy and when our businesses can afford to stay in business. I will fight with urgency for affordable healthcare for our small businesses, nonprofits and individuals.”

Stephanie Thomas is also proud to have received the endorsement of Senator Richard Blumenthal. In her role as a fundraising consultant, Thomas has built a career on her ability to bring people of various viewpoints together to move forward towards a common goal. As we look at the issues that Connecticut will face in the coming year, it will be critical to have a skilled and creative problem solver representing us in Hartford. “She’s a consensus builder and she will help bring together...communities and people of diverse views,” said Senator Blumenthal.

Thomas said, “Senator Blumenthal is a passionate voice for Connecticut in the United States Senate and I am proud to receive his endorsement. I will be a voice in Hartford for everyone in the 143rd district whether they voted for me or not. I will listen to the viewpoints of all my constituents and fight for them with a sense of urgency. I am running to move our system away from politics and back to good governance.”

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