Laurie Sweet

Laurie Sweet earned a bachelor's degree from Bryn Mawr College in 2002, a graduate degree from New York University in 2004, and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University in 2009.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am serving my second term on the Hamden Legislative Council where I chaired the Environment Committee and currently chair the Education Committee.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

safe, dignified, and affordable housingadequate funding for educationenvironmental protections

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

housing, education, environment, reproductive justice

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

persistent, collaborative, experienced

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

compassionate, responsive, accountable

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

SEIU 1199, CT Working Families Party, AFL-CIO, AFT, CSEA, 4 Cs, College Dems, Young Dems, Reproductive Equity Now, Building Trades, AFSCME, UAW, Sunrise, Progressive Change Campaign, Moms Demand Action, CT Against Gun Violence, Planned Parenthood