Connecticut State House District 35

Current seat holder: Chris Aniskovich (R).

Cinzia Lettieri

Cinzia Lettieri is a Democratic / Working Families Party candidate for the Connecticut House of Representatives in District 35 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 35 covers parts of Middlesex County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Cinzia Lettieri faces Chris Aniskovich for the District 35 seat currently held by Chris Aniskovich (R).

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“I'm Cinzia Lettieri— a teacher, a mom, and someone who grew up in Clinton and is now proud to be raising my daughter here with my husband. For nearly 15 years, I've worked in education, policy, and advocacy across the country.” (Candidate statement)
“After thousands of conversations with neighbors across Clinton, Killingworth, and Westbrook, one thing is clear: people want someone who listens, works hard, and puts community values first and makes sure our communities are heard in Hartford. That's the representative I intend to be.” (Candidate statement)
“I'm running to lower the cost of living, strengthen our schools, support local businesses, protect our shoreline, and make sure our communities remain places where people can build a life and age in place.” (Candidate statement)

Chris Aniskovich

Chris Aniskovich is the incumbent Republican / Independent Party member of the Connecticut House of Representatives representing District 35, running for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 35 covers parts of Middlesex County. Chris Aniskovich was born in Branford, Connecticut, and lives in Clinton, Connecticut. Aniskovich graduated from Notre Dame High School in 1983. He earned a B.S. in business administration from Merrimack College in 1987. His career experience includes working as a wholesale manager for Fairfield Financial Mortgage and owning Security Financial Mortgage Corp. He volunteered with the Connecticut Association of Mortgage Brokers from 2011 to 2023. Aniskovich served as chair of the Clinton Town Council and was also a member of the Clinton Planning and Zoning Commission and Board of Assessment Appeals.

“Connecticut's manufacturers and employers do incredible work every day, creating good-paying jobs, driving cutting-edge innovation, and serving as the backbone of our state's economy.” (Candidate statement)
“I wanted to partner with the Department of Banking to bring this program to our community so that anyone, including our seniors, can learn more about how to protect themselves. The more we know about the warning signs, the better prepared we are to protect ourselves, our families and our neighbors.” (Candidate statement)