Francis Lombard
Francis Lombard is a Democratic / Working Families Party candidate for the Connecticut House of Representatives in District 8 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 8 covers parts of Tolland County. Francis Lombard earned a high school diploma from the Wilbraham & Monson Academy, a bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in 1992, and a graduate degree from Florida State University in 1995. His career experience includes working as a product manager.
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“More Money in Your Pocket Lower Property Taxes I will fight for the state to increase funding for our towns, including Education Cost Sharing, a major driver of the state's property tax issue.”
(Candidate statement) “Help for Families I support legislation to help parents afford the high cost of raising kids and with helping seniors survive on tight, fixed incomes.”
(Candidate statement) “Smart Spending I will work to see that our state spends taxpayer money wisely, reduces debt, and avoids raising your taxes in the future.”
(Candidate statement)William Gifford
William Gifford is a Republican / Independent Party candidate for the Connecticut House of Representatives in District 8 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 8 covers parts of Tolland County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, William Gifford faces Francis Lombard for the District 8 seat currently held by Tim Ackert (R).
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“I'm a lifelong resident of Connecticut's 8th District, and a firm believer that our state's best days are still ahead of us. I trained as an automotive technician at Norwich Technical High School, earned my ASE certifications, and went to work in the industry. Today I own and operate my own small business — so I know firsthand what it means to make payroll, price a job, and watch Hartford add costs to both.”
(Candidate statement) “I want to represent the 8th District in Hartford - not represent Hartford in the 8th.”
(Candidate statement) “I am proposing solutions for alternate ways to fund our town services. We cannot maintain the status quo by resisting new ideas and we need a fresh look at alternative sources.”
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