Endorsements — Luke Bronin for Congress

Carpenters Local 326

“During his time as mayor, Luke always had an open door, and was one of the most responsive public officials we’ve worked with. He was a genuinely pro-labor mayor, from our perspective. Under Luke’s leadership, every school construction project had a Project Labor Agreement, the library project had a Project Labor Agreement, and Luke pushed for and helped secure Project Labor Agreements on multiple other projects around the city. He stood with us time and again when we fought against wage theft and payroll fraud. And anytime we reached out or asked him for help, he followed up and followed through. And honestly, we just can’t say the same about Congressman Larson.” -Marc Okun, Regional Manager

Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut

“We are proud to endorse Luke Bronin today, and we’re ready to get to work helping him become the next member of Congress for Connecticut’s first district. At a time when labor and public servants are under attack, we need leaders with honesty, courage, and experience, and we know Luke will be the kind of champion that our firefighters need in Washington. And we could use a few more mayors serving in Congress, who really understand the work that our firefighters do and the challenges our members face on a daily basis.” -Pete Brown, UPFFA President

College Democrats of Connecticut

“It is a breath of fresh air to see young people stepping into Congress as real fighters, not only for the interests of the young and for college students across Connecticut, but also standing up to the Trump administration in the United States Congress. Luke is exactly what we have been looking for. He has the leadership, the courage, and the change that this moment demands.” -CDCT President Ryan Rosario

State Rep. Julio Concepcion

State Rep. Joshua Hall

State Rep. James "Jimmy" Sánchez

“We appreciate everything John Larson has done for our district for the last twenty-eight years. But we hear from our constituents every day that they want to see big changes in Washington, because things feel so broken and so stuck right now. We need people who can bring some new energy to the fight to stop the corruption that’s destroying our politics and to help build an economy that actually works for working families. We saw Luke bring that new energy to Hartford as Mayor, and we know he’ll do it in Congress, too.”

Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam

“Our politics are changing. It’s a different time in this country. We need a different kind of fighter. I’m stepping out and supporting Luke Bronin. I’ve seen the work here in Hartford and obviously in neighborhoods all around the city. I think it’s time for that new fight and to pass that torch.”

Newington Mayor Jon Trister

“As a former mayor, [Luke] knows exactly how to support towns like Newington and help them grow and thrive. But even more than that, it’s time for a new generation of Democrats. When I first campaigned for mayor two years ago, my neighbors wanted a different kind of leader, someone who shows up in the community, who fights like hell on every front and in every way we can, and has a real vision for the future. That’s why voters chose me to serve as mayor, and it’s why so many people believe in Luke’s campaign. At a time when the chaos in Washington threatens to encroach on our community, we need a stronger Democratic Party and a new playbook to fight this administration.”

Rocky Hill Mayor Allan Smith

“When I knocked on hundreds of doors this fall, I kept hearing that voters want to see fresh faces and new leadership within the Democratic Party. From high school seniors to senior citizens who’d voted for Congressman Larson since 1998, people told me that it was time for change on a local and national level. Luke has the energy and the ideas to meet this moment so we can start winning back the ground we’ve lost at the federal level. I believe he will be an outstanding member of Congress, for Rocky Hill and for our state.”

Cromwell Mayor James Demetriades

+ Cromwell Deputy Mayor Al Waters, Cromwell Town Council Paula Luna, Cromwell Town Council Ann Hulick, Cromwell Board of Finance Vice Chair Dan Kelly, Cromwell Board of Finance Member Jamie Fedeli

“This moment calls for leaders who are ready to challenge outdated norms, adapt to new realities, and meet the urgency of today’s issues. We must move beyond institutional inertia and expect more from those who represent us. Luke has a proven record of delivering results. Over the past decade, he has worked on the ground including listening to residents, balancing budgets, and making difficult, practical decisions. In short, he has demonstrated what effective leadership looks like.”

Wethersfield Mayor Ken Lesser

Berlin DTC Chair Danielle Morisse-Corsetti

Granby DTC Chair Lynn Guelzow

Hartford DTC Chair Marc DiBella

Barkhamsted DTC, First Selectperson Meaghan Cook, & Selectman Ray Pech

“We are proud to endorse Luke for Congress alongside the Barkhamsted DTC. While we appreciate the impact John Larson has made, the time has come for change in Congress. Luke shows up, from the Riverton Fair to our annual trout stocking to helping Democrats get elected locally. He will advocate for towns like Barkhamsted in Congress, while fighting against the chaos that has occurred under the current administration.”

Wethersfield DTC Chair Martha Conneely

“Luke has the experience, drive, and vision to bring the change we urgently need from Congress. Folks we talk to are not only sick and tired of Donald Trump - they also want a Democratic Party with a clear vision, and leaders who show up to fight for us on all of the big issues we’re facing today. That's why our Democratic team has been so successful in Wethersfield, and it's why Luke's campaign has resonated so strongly, too. He understands what this moment requires and is ready to deliver. I have deep respect for Congressman Larson’s decades of service. This moment calls for a new approach to leadership.”

Rocky Hill DTC Chair Tejal Vallam

“Luke is the right choice to represent us in today’s Congressional environment. As mayor, he delivered results, strengthened communities, and proved himself to be a strong partner to towns like Rocky Hill. I have enormous respect for Congressman Larson and am grateful for his decades of dedicated service and steady leadership. The Democratic Party is facing a pivotal moment. To meet this moment—and to ensure we do not lose ground—we need new voices who bring a bold vision for the future. Luke is exactly that kind of leader. He helped move communities like Rocky Hill toward Democratic victories this year, and I believe he can help us build the momentum we need to win again at the national level.”

Windsor DTC Chair Adam Gutcheon

“As a neighbor, Luke has been a good partner in uplifting our region, and I’ve seen him govern with a rigor we need now at the federal level. Our party’s rank and file is calling for a new generation of inspired, effective, compassionate leadership; I believe Luke Bronin is that leader here and now in the First Congressional District.”

Berlin DTC Acting Chair Julie Erickson

“I have tremendous respect for Congressman Larson and everything he has done for our district, but this is the right time to pass the torch to a new generation, just like Speaker Pelosi and so many other Democrats are doing. We need a member of Congress like Luke Bronin, who will fight to make housing, healthcare, and childcare more affordable. He’ll fight for a system that benefits the middle class, not the very top. Luke is approachable and engaged and genuinely committed to standing up for our Constitution and the rule of law. He can hit the ground running on day one.”

Hartford Council President TJ Clarke

Asst. Majority Leader Amilcar Hernandez

Councilwoman Maly Rosado

Councilwoman Marilyn Rossetti

Councilwoman Shirley Surgeon

“We are proud to endorse our former mayor Luke Bronin for Congress. We’ve seen his work and his leadership up close, and he is exactly the kind of leader we need in Congress. He works twenty-four seven, he’s never afraid to tackle the hardest problems, and he’s serious about building partnerships to get things done. We cannot think of a better fighter for Hartford or for the communities of the First District.”

Newington Deputy Mayor Kim Radda; Board of Education Chair Amy Devoe Perotti & Members Jessica Weavers, Meri Beatrice, & Shaun Holloran; and Councilmembers Kathy Gonzales, Hilda Nieves, & AJ Tiniakos

“If we want to stand up to Trump and win back Congress and the White House, we can’t keep organizing or campaigning the same way. What we hear from our constituents is that they want policies and legislation that will make not only our state, but our country more equitable and affordable. To do that, we must work to drive down the costs of housing, childcare, education, healthcare, utilities. We need a new voice in Washington. Luke Bronin has been a friend to Newington. He hears and understands our concerns. He has the energy and drive to show up every day and work hard for our community and our state. And he is going to stand up against Donald Trump and his MAGA allies to fight corruption and rebuild a government that works for all of us, not just the people at the top.”

East Granby First Selectperson Jason Hayes & Selectperson Amanda Thompson

“We have so much respect for Congressman Larson, but this moment makes it clear it's time for new leadership in the Democratic Party and a different kind of candidate. That is why we are proud to support Luke Bronin for Congress. We ran our campaign reaching out to every single East Granby resident regardless of their party or beliefs, and we won because that's exactly what voters want from their elected officials right now. Integrity, action, and the willingness to serve everyone in your community above all else.”

Transportation Secretary and Former Mayor of South Bend Pete Buttigieg

“The Democratic Party needs leaders like Luke Bronin in Congress. As a veteran and a mayor, he understands how decisions made in Washington hit people's everyday lives. He'll bring the energy and focus that this moment requires to fix a broken system and deliver a more affordable and fair future.”