Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy was joined today by a number of political leaders from Connecticut’s Northwest Corner as they publically announced their support of his potential candidacy for Governor.  Supporters from Litchfield, Torrington and many other area towns gathered in their effort to “help elect Dan Malloy as Connecticut’s next Governor.”

Malloy, who has been meeting with local political and community leaders in the region in recent months, gathered with the large group on Wednesday at the offices of Democratic State Central Committeewoman Audrey Blondin.  Malloy said he was “gratified by the outpouring of support.”

A full list of those supporting Malloy follows:

Litchfield

Ø  Audrey Blondin, Democratic State Central Committee, 30th District
“Dan Malloy is a true leader in every sense of the word. He is the one who can begin to move Connecticut forward again by creating jobs and helping to improve the lives of all citizens of our state. We need Dan Malloy more than ever as our next Governor.”

Ø  Lynne Brickley, Vice Chairman, Litchfield Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Ernest Bunnell, Selectman, Town of Litchfield
“I know that as Governor Dan Malloy will work with our region on the critical issues facing Connecticut, like protecting and creating jobs.  Dan has shown a commitment to partnering with community leaders in small towns, and clearly values their insight and support.”

Ø  Darlene Clouther, Litchfield-Member, Litchfield Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Kevin Creed, Democratic State Central Committee, 30th District
“Dan Malloy’s time as Mayor of Stamford has given him the experience, character and integrity to be an outstanding Governor for the State of Connecticut. He has created jobs, built housing, balanced budgets, and lowered crime.  These difficult times require the leadership and ability of Dan Malloy.”

Ø  Hon. Anne C. Dranginis (Ret.), Member, Litchfield Board of Finance

Ø  Mitchell Fishman, Member, Litchfield Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Lois Pike, Member, Litchfield Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Barbara Putnam, Chairman, Litchfield Planning & Zoning Commission

Ø  James Stedronsky, Member, Litchfield Board of Assessment Appeals

 

Torrington

Ø  William Battle, Member, Torrington Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Jack Dillon, Chairman, Torrington Democratic Town Committee
“I believe that Dan is the best qualified, and best positioned person Democrats have to take back the Governor’s seat once again.  We need the kind of proven leadership that Dan brings to the table.”

Ø  Jeremy Kincaid, Constable, City of Torrington

Ø  Hon. Joyce Krutick Craig(Ret.), Torrington

Ø  Robert Lutka, Former Campaign Manager, Slaiby for Mayor

Ø  George Noujaim, Member, Torrington Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Luis Pizzaro, Member, Torrington Democratic Town Committee & Co-Chair, Northwest Latinos for Malloy

Ø  Osvaldo Rosado, Co-Chair, Northwest Latinos for Malloy

Ø  Samuel E. Slaiby, Chairman, Torrington Housing Authority

 

New Milford

Ø  Robert Coppola, Former New Milford Mayoral Candidate

Ø  Anne & Chris Cutter, Members, New Milford Democratic Town Committee

Ø  David Lawson, Members, New Milford Democratic Town Committee

 

Kent

Ø  Fran Besmer, Former Chairman, Kent Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Athenaide Dallent, Kent Democratic Town Committee

Ø  Karren Garrity, Selectman, Town of Kent
“I think Dan's experience as Mayor has shown his skill and understanding as a municipal leader.  It is this kind of experience that we need to have in Hartford.  We need to get Connecticut back on track.”

Ø  Tod Jones, Chairman, Kent Democratic Town Committee

 

Brookfield

Ø  Joni A. Park, Chairman, Brookfield Democratic Town Committee


Goshen

Ø  Carey Allan Budnick, Member, Goshen Democratic Town Committee & Former Candidate for First Selectman

 

North Canaan

Ø  Susan Clayton, Selectman, Town of North Canaan

 

Sharon

Ø  Dr. Malcolm Brown, Former Sharon First Selectman


Winchester

Ø  Michael Renzullo, Selectman, Town of Winchester