Cilley Backs Connolly for Governor

BARRINGTON, NH — A former 2014 candidate for the corner office has thrown her support behind one of five Democrats running for the 2016 nomination, according to a press statement. State Rep. Jackie Cilley, D-Barrington, said she will be supporting Mark Connolly on Sept. 13, 2016.

“I’ve given a great deal of thought to the traits I’d like to see in our next governor,” said Cilley, a former state Senator. “I want a clear and positive vision from our next governor. I want someone with the grit and determination to get things done. I want someone with the kind of leadership skills that will inspire folks on both sides of the political aisle to work together for a brighter future for our state. I have found all those and more in Mark Connolly.”

Connolly said he was proud to have earned her endorsement in the race noting that she was not only a successful businesswoman but a tireless public service advocate.

“She has championed so many key issues, including the right of every New Hampshire worker to have the treatment and wages they deserve, and I look forward to working with her in Concord come January," he added.

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Cilley currently represents Strafford’s 4th District in the New Hampshire House of Representatives and serves as an adjunct professor at the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics at the University of New Hampshire. Previously, she was elected to the State Senate, representing the 6th District. She also owned and operated her own business for 15 years. Born in Berlin, Cilley currently lives in Barrington with her family.

Connolly is a New Hampshire native and a former State Representative who has served over 30 years as a business and community leader. From 2002–2010, he served as New Hampshire’s top financial watchdog. Mark currently resides in New Castle.

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