Rep. Bobby Sanchez Weighing Run For Mayor

Democratic State Representative Bobby Sanchez (D-25) is considering whether to run for Mayor of New Britain, he recently told Democratic activists.

The widely respected Democratic leader recently told activists that he had not decided whether to open an exploratory committee to consider running, but will announce his decision soon.

The news that Rep. Sanchez is considering a run comes as New Britain Democrats are seeking a strong candidate to run against four-term incumbent Republican Mayor Erin Stewart. He may not be the only Democrat to explore running for Mayor this year.

Rep. Sanchez is currently Chair of the powerful legislative Education Committee, his second term in that important position. Advocates for Sanchez frequently laud his work in supporting funding for New Britain schools, early childhood education and public education, in general. He has been named as a “Children’s Champion” by the Connecticut Early Childhood Alliance.

Sanchez’ official biography says that he, “is a longtime leader in the New Britain community. Before joining the state legislature, he served on the New Britain Board of Education, where he was a strong voice for quality education and efficient administration.”

“Bobby is also well known for his work at the Human Resources Agency of New Britain, Inc.,” his biography continues, “where his efforts have led to a stronger Head Start education program in New Britain.”

“Through the years he has built strong relationships with families, professionals and local leaders in New Britain where he maintains an extraordinary level of commitment, respect and dedication,” Rep. Sanchez’ biography says, adding that he has served on local boards including Citizens for Action in New Britain, the Federal Housing Residents Council, the New Britain Democratic Town Committee, the New Britain Human Rights Commission and the City’s Housing Coalition Board.

Rep. Sanchez has represented the Twenty-Fifth Assembly District since 2011. The district includes neighborhoods from Mount Pleasant, to downtown and Arch Street, to the North-Oak neighborhood to parts of the East Side.