DeLandro Endorses Sanchez for Mayor

Former Democratic Mayoral candidate Veronica T. DeLandro endorsed Rep. Bobby Sanchez (D-25) for Mayor of New Britain.

DeLandro made her announcement at an event at which she was joined by Congresswoman Jahana Hayes, who also endorsed Sanchez.

DeLandro launched a strong campaign in January, raising tens of thousands of dollars early in the campaign. Ahead of other Democratic candidates in early fundraising, she appeared to some observers as the front runner for the Democratic Mayoral nomination.

DeLandro’s campaign had said that she was running, “to unify New Britain voters around the core issues that affect all residents, including economic opportunities, health access, better schools, and safe and affordable housing.”

In thanking supporters of her own campaign, DeLandro reiterated her call for change from the current powers in City Hall, change which she said is necessary to bring about what the people of New Britain need.

In her endorsement of Sanchez, DeLandro pointed to the fact that three candidates this past January prepared campaigns against Republican Mayor Erin Stewart as a sign that change is needed.

Former Democratic Mayoral candidate Alicia Hernandez Strong, has also endorsed Rep. Sanchez in his campaign for Mayor of New Britain.