Robert McConnell

Robert McConnell earned a high school diploma from Bethlehem Senior High School. He graduated from the Boston City Hospital School of Practical Nursing in 1982. McConnell's career experience includes working in law enforcement and nursing.[1]

McConnell has been affiliated with the following organizations:[2]

Fairhaven Town Meeting, member

Fairhaven Republican Town Committee, chair

Acushnet Wesley Methodist

New Bedford Rifle & Revolver Club

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

My name will appear on the November 3rd 2026 ballot as Robert S. McConnell, most folks know me as Bob. I am 69 years old, have two Sons and a and beautiful little 6 year old Grandson. Serving as a part-time Deputy Sheriff and a P.O.S.T certified Massachusetts Peace Officer with the Plymouth County Sheriffs office since 1987 gives me great satisfaction and pride. I have maintained a Massachusetts Nursing License since 1982. A home owning Fairhaven, Massachusetts tax payer since 1997, I serve my Town as an elected Town meeting member and chairman of the Fairhaven Republican Town Committee. On March 5th 2024 I was elected Republican State Committee Man representing the Senate District in which I am seeking election as Massachusetts State Senator. I have mounted bold campaigns for the State Representative seat in my district in 2022 and 2024. My current campaign is yet another bold challenge of a Democrat incumbent of 32 years who has never had a Republican challenger. This is my elected responsibility to field Republican candidates for all seats in the district I represent, even if this duty and obligation falls on me. I will collect the required nomination signatures, insure my name on ballot, campaign to the best of abilities and help and encourage other Republicans to do the same.

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?

Uphold the will of the voters on reformation and initiative petitions. Demand the auditInsure public safety through cooperation with all levels of law enforcement local, state and federal. Increase funding for Law enforcement recruiting and training.Advocating for Fixed Income Community Tax Adjustments and Elder Law Protection Legislation

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

My personally passionate public policy will be to support, write bills and amendments that do not attack voter approved tax limits. I will focus on restoring fiscal discipline, prioritizing local aid to cities and towns

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

No official endorsements as of yet

Robert McConnell did not complete [the profile publisher]'s 2024 Candidate Connection survey.

Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

With almost 40 years working in law enforcement, and four decades as a licensed Massachusetts nurse, Bob has demonstrated his commitment and passion in service of others. Many of today's issues and concerns are directly relevant to his life and career. These issues and concerns are shared by many in our community.

Bob believes his decades of service and experience will be essential in addressing and solving the many concerns of the residents of the 10th Bristol District.

Bob is currently a sworn Deputy Sheriff with the Plymouth County Sherriff's Office. Since 2014, he has been assigned to the Dept. of Homeland Security ICE teams, working with E.R.O enforcement removal operations.

During his career at the Plymouth County Sheriff's Office, he has planned and organized many charitable events for the Massachusetts Special Olympics and the American Red Cross.

He's an active member of the Acushnet Wesley Methodist Church, where he sings in the choir, teaches vacation Bible School and serves on the Administration Board.

He's also an active member of the New Bedford Rifle & Revolver Club, where he has worked with clean-up committees and has chaired charitable events.

Bob is an elected Town Meeting member, and current chair of the Fairhaven Republican Committee, and served as its delegate to the State Convention earlier this year.

Bob is the proud father of two sons, as well as a grandfather.

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?

Pro Law Enforcement Candidate with over 34 years in Law EnforcementFirst hand experience in Immigration Issues effecting our nation.40 years experience in health care with a strong focus on public health issues

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am a candidate who is fully supportive of law enforcement funding, i will advocate for increased training and recruitment. I will work to advance public awareness of police functions and responsibilities. With over 8 years experience working with the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration Customs Enforcement. I am extremely interested in issues concerning illegal immigration and enforcement of our Federal Immigration laws.