LYME, CT—State Senator Norm Needleman (D-Essex) today thanked voters in Connecticut, whether they voted for or against him, as he happily celebrated winning his fourth term serving the 33rd Senate District in the State Senate.
With this victory part of a continued pattern of success for Sen. Needleman after he was first elected to the Senate in 2018, he reflected on the power that every vote holds.
“To have the opportunity to return to Hartford and continue working for the people of Connecticut is one I cherish,” said Sen. Needleman.
He added, “For six years, I have been able to give our towns a voice in the Capitol and make sure we have representation for issues impacting our daily lives. I’m grateful and thankful to everyone who voted, whether they cast a ballot for me or my opponent.”
Continuing, “This year’s election drew large numbers of voters to the polls, which is the best possible outcome for any election, no matter the final results – the more people who make their voices heard, the better,” Sen. Needleman concluded, “That’s something I will not take lightly.”
Sen. Needleman’s first three terms saw him serve as Senate Chair of the Energy & Technology Committee, leading passage of several impactful bills seeking to improve transparency and quality of service for Connecticut energy ratepayers.
Sen. Needleman serves in addition as Vice Chair of the Planning and Development Committee and a member of the Finance, Revenue and Bonding, Transportation and Commerce Committees.
Sen. Needleman will continue to represent the town of Lyme as well as the towns of Colchester, Chester, Clinton, Deep River, East Haddam, East Hampton, Essex, Haddam, Old Saybrook, Portland and Westbrook.
Sen. Needleman founded and runs a manufacturing company, Tower Laboratories in Centerbrook, and is currently serving his sixth term as the First Selectman of Essex.
Editor’s Note: This article is based on a press release issued Nov. 6 by Senator Needleman’s office.