Lieutenant Governor Mike Fedele announced today that he has selected Mayor Mark Boughton of Danbury to be his Republican running mate in the 2010 campaign for Governor. Fedele and Boughton announced the ticket this morning on the north steps of the State Capitol, promising a strong and experienced leadership team who will guide Connecticut with common sense and a shared passion for an efficient, effective and affordable government.
Boughton, a five-term mayor, has a long and distinguished record in public service and is a passionate advocate for high quality education. A former high school teacher and Danbury native, Boughton served three years as a State Representative for the 138th District, where he served on the Education and Environment committees.
As mayor of his hometown, Boughton’s “People over Politics” approach has led the city in a bi-partisan manner, allowing for a number of successful initiatives, including downtown revitalization, infrastructure improvement and building livable neighborhoods.
“This is an outstanding opportunity and honor to work alongside Mike Fedele, a man of great character and integrity,” Boughton said. “Without question, our next governor must be an individual who will have the courage to make bold moves to lead Connecticut away from the status quo of big, costly government. Mike Fedele and I share the same vision and commitment and together, we will bring unmatched experience to Hartford.”
Lieutenant Governor Fedele called Boughton the “complete package” in a running mate.
“Mark Boughton will be a strong, effective partner in my administration,” Lieutenant Governor Fedele said. “He brings a record of success as the chief executive of one of Connecticut‘s largest cities and his experience will resonant deeply with cities and towns that simply cannot afford one more unfunded mandate. Mark Boughton clearly understands that. This is a team who will always represent the taxpayer at the table. We know who pays the bills and we have the experience to deliver a state government that is affordable, efficient and compassionate.”
In just the last week, Fedele has been endorsed by former 4th District Congressman Chris Shays, House Republican Leader Larry Cafero, Mayor John Harkins of Stratford and two former chairmen of the Connecticut Republican Party: Chris DePino, the former State Representative from New Haven, and George D. Gallo of Middletown.
