Sam Nestor
Sam Nestor District 26 covers parts of Fairfield County. In the November 3, 2026 general election, Sam Nestor faces Alma Sarelli for the District 26 seat currently held by Ceci Maher (D).
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“For the Community I Love. For the Future We Deserve. Hi! I'm Sam Nestor and I'm running for State Senate to bring my hands-on local leadership experience to Hartford and ensure that state policies work for the communities they affect. We need a local voice in Hartford, and as your Senator, I will always remember that I serve you. I would be honored to earn your vote by November 3rd.”
(Candidate statement) “For the Future We Deserve. Hi! I'm Sam Nestor and I'm running for State Senate to bring my hands-on local leadership experience to Hartford and ensure that state policies work for the communities they affect.”
(Candidate statement) “Hi! I'm Sam Nestor and I'm running for State Senate to bring my hands-on local leadership experience to Hartford and ensure that state policies work for the communities they affect. We need a local voice in Hartford, and as your Senator, I will always remember that I serve you. I would be honored to earn your vote by November 3rd.”
(Candidate statement)Alma Sarelli
Alma Sarelli is a Republican / Independent Party candidate for the Connecticut State Senate in District 26 on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. District 26 covers parts of Fairfield County. Alma Sarelli earned a bachelor's degree from Berkeley in 2017. Sarelli's career experience includes working as a business executive.
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“For people that know Alma, they know her as being honest, with great integrity and a strong character. No one can dispute this. Her campaign is focused on what matters most to families across our district: making Connecticut more affordable, protecting local control, preserving educational excellence, and strengthening support for special education.”
(Candidate statement) “Alma believes state government should be a partner to our towns, not a one-size-fits-all decision-maker. She will support policies that expand opportunity while respecting local planning, infrastructure, taxpayers, and community character.”
(Candidate statement) “Alma's campaign is built around a simple idea: we need leaders who are willing to meet people in the middle and focus on solutions that work.”
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