Linda Pierce

Linda Pierce earned a bachelor's degree from the University of New Mexico and a graduate degree from the University of Massachusetts in 2001. Her career experience includes working as a director.[1]

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m a longtime educator, community advocate, and someone who believes that public service should begin with listening. I spent 20 years as an English teacher, where I learned that every student has a story, every community has challenges, and meaningful change starts when we take the time to hear one another.

I’m running for State Representative because I believe Berlin and Southington deserve a representative who will show up, listen, and work across the community to make Connecticut more affordable, protect our environment, strengthen public education, and expand access to healthcare and opportunity.

I’m also an avid outdoor adventurer who loves Connecticut’s forests, parks, and trails. My connection to the outdoors has strengthened my belief that protecting our environment and making sure everyone has access to healthy, welcoming communities are essential to our quality of life.

I’m running because I love this community—and because I believe government works best when it works for all of us.

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?

Affordability and economic security: My campaign is focused on making Connecticut more affordable and ensuring families can build secure, healthy lives here. I’m running to address the rising costs of healthcare, housing, utilities, and everyday necessities; protect access to quality public services; and invest in strong schools, good jobs, and thriving communities. I believe government should work for everyone and help create opportunity—not make it harder to get by.Healthcare people can afford and count on: Healthcare shouldn’t be a luxury or something families fear losing when their circumstances change. I want to protect access to affordable, quality healthcare and address gaps in programs like HUSKY and Covered Connecticut. Working families shouldn’t face a benefits cliff where earning a little more suddenly means losing essential coverage or paying far more. We need a system that rewards work while keeping healthcare within reach for everyone.Investing in Connecticut communities: I believe strong communities start with investing in the people and places that make them thrive. That means supporting excellent public schools, creating good-paying jobs, protecting our environment and open spaces, and ensuring local services have the resources they need. I want Berlin and Southington to be communities where families can afford to live, work, raise children, and build a future—and where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about policies that make Connecticut more affordable and improve the quality of life for working families, seniors, and communities. Healthcare access is especially important to me—I believe no one should have to choose between paying their bills and getting the care they need. I’m also passionate about strengthening public education, supporting good jobs and economic opportunity, protecting Connecticut’s natural resources, and ensuring our communities have the resources they need to thrive. After 20 years as an educator, I know how important it is to listen to people and invest in the next generation. As an avid hiker and longtime advocate for Connecticut’s outdoors, I also understand that environmental