Mandy Kilmartin
Mandy Kilmartin District 122 covers parts of Fairfield County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Mandy Kilmartin faces Ben McGorty for the District 122 seat currently held by Ben McGorty (R).
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“Mandy and her husband Doug are raising their two children in Shelton, instilling the same values of integrity and standing up for others that guide her campaign. She is ready to fight for every family, every neighborhood, and every opportunity our community deserves.”
(Candidate statement) “She is ready to fight for every family, every neighborhood, and every opportunity our community deserves.”
(Candidate statement) “As a former Board of Education member, Mandy knows that strong schools require strong investment. She will leverage her experience and relationships to advocate for increased state funding and ensure our community receives its fair share.”
(Candidate statement)Ben McGorty
Ben McGorty District 122 covers parts of Fairfield County. Ben McGorty was born in Greenwich, Connecticut . McGorty earned an associate degree in management from Housatonic Community College in 2004. His career history includes working as a realtor with Coldwell Banker and William Raveis. McGorty has also served as a lieutenant and deputy fire marshal for the town of Stratford, as a fire commissioner for Shelton, as a firefighter with the Huntington Fire Department, and as an EMT. He has also been affiliated with the St. Lawrence Church, the Knights of Columbus, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Boys and Girls Club of the Lower Naugatuck Valley.
“Public safety is a passion of mine, and I will continue to make sure Connecticut is a safe place to raise your family and retire in.”
(Candidate statement) “The collapse of the Mianus River Bridge I was the first responder that night as a volunteer firefighter at the age on 20.”
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