Heather Stafford
Heather Stafford District 131 covers parts of New Haven County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Heather Stafford faces Arnold Jensen for the District 131 seat currently held by Arnold Jensen (R).
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“A proud small government Democrat and mother, Heather lives with her husband, Jon. They welcomed their daughter, Paisley, in 2021. She is committed to taking on special interests, and ensuring that we have someone like us fighting back in Hartford.”
(Candidate statement) “They welcomed their daughter, Paisley, in 2021. She is committed to taking on special interests, and ensuring that we have someone like us fighting back in Hartford.”
(Candidate statement) “She is committed to taking on special interests, and ensuring that we have someone like us fighting back in Hartford.”
(Candidate statement)Arnold Jensen
Arnold Jensen is the incumbent Republican / Independent Party member of the Connecticut House of Representatives representing District 131, running for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 131 covers parts of New Haven County. Arnold Jensen earned a bachelor's degree in chemical engineering from Stony Brook University. He earned a certificate in computer programming from NYU. His career experience includes working as an engineer for Unilever. As of his 2024 campaign, Jensen was an Oxford Selectman. He previously served as a member of the Oxford Roads Commission.
“There is a reason I choose my words carefully, even when I feel strongly about an issue. Political leaders have a responsibility to consider how we speak about one another and the example we set. The alleged threats by a Naugatuck resident to kill Republicans, including people in our own community, are a deeply disturbing reminder of what is at stake.”
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