Connecticut State House District 121

Current seat holder: Joseph P. Gresko (D).

Joe Gresko

Joe Gresko District 121 covers parts of Fairfield County. Joe Gresko was born in Stratford, Connecticut, and, as of September 2019, represents Connecticut's 121st district. Gresko earned a bachelor's degree in environmental science from Central Connecticut State University. Gresco's career experience includes working as a weather forecaster at Western Connecticut State University and then a radio news reporter at WICC/WEBE . He served in the City of Bridgeport administration managing media relations and public affairs functions.

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“The outlook revision reflects our view of Connecticut's commitment to reducing its high unfunded pension liabilities while sustaining budgetary balance and healthy reserves.” (Candidate statement)

Rafael Irizarry

Rafael Irizarry District 121 covers parts of Fairfield County. Rafael Irizarry was born in Ponce, Puerto Rico. Irizarry earned a bachelor's degree from The World University in 1983. His career experience includes working as a political consultant. He has been affiliated with Handicapped Children of Puerto Rico and the YMCA.

“Worked at a bakery in Puerto Rico for four years while working my way through college.” (Candidate statement)
“The economy, and the safety of our family, community, State, and Nation.” (Candidate statement)
“When in 1990 we voted for remove the Mount Trashmore site in the city Bridgeport, CT. This trash removal cost over $2,000,00 but it was necessary for the health and safety of the city residents.” (Candidate statement)