Laurie Sweet
Laurie Sweet is the incumbent Democratic / Working Families Party member of the Connecticut House of Representatives representing District 91, running for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 91 covers parts of New Haven County. Laurie Sweet earned a bachelor's degree from Bryn Mawr College in 2002, a graduate degree from New York University in 2004, and a Ph.D. from The Ohio State University in 2009.
“After completing my doctorate in Greek and Roman Art at the Ohio State University, I began my professional career as an adjunct professor at Ithaca College, before we moved to Connecticut in 2011.”
(Candidate statement) “I am proud to announce that I had a perfect voting record for the second year in a row! As your state legislator, it is my job to consider bills and either offer support or dissent. I will continue to serve Hamden and advocate for you at the State Capitol.”
(Candidate statement) “Last week, I joined Lt. Governor Bysiewicz, State Senator Anwar, Mayor Sendroff and other officials for Vet for Pet's grand opening. After the ribbon cutting presentation, where I presented the owner with a citation, we received a tour of the brand new facilities.”
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