Keith Endorsed By SEIU

Support just keeps on coming in for Keith's run for the State House in the 143rd district. His latest endorsement comes from one of the state’s largest labor unions with 65,000 members, the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) 

 Paul Filson, SEIU Director stated, “Rep. Gail Lavielle’s activism on behalf of WalMart as their former spokesperson was noted nationally for its aggressive tone towards small businesses. Her legislative enthusiasm for model legislation from ALEC, NFIB and other Koch-affiliated organizations has placed her completely out-of touch with the needs of her residents and the Connecticut economy. Rodgerson has deep roots in Connecticut and will be a trusted advocate for its residents and businesses.”   

In accepting the SEIU’s endorsement, Rodgerson, a Wilton Economic Development Commissioner and Economic Development Finance Professional, said, “I am humbled by this endorsement and do not take lightly the importance of our service and healthcare workers. They are on the front lines against the spread of ebola, school safety, and play a critical role in the care of our seniors,”

Filson also added, “Rodgerson knows firsthand how to create good jobs here in Connecticut so that workers can support their families, young people can get a good start in life, and everyone can have a shot at the American dream. Keith is a fourth generation Connecticut resident who knows that health care, elder care and other vital services in this state must be available for all our families.”

This endorsement adds to an already diverse amount of support for Rodgerson’s candidacy, from various constituencies including teachers, social workers, health care workers, public employees, and property services employees. Rodgerson addressed this, saying, “It is very gratifying to get support from so many different areas of our economy. This illustrates why I’m running for office in the first place: in her four years in Hartford, our current representative hasn’t been as successful as she says she’s been. When you introduce over 100 bills to the General Assembly and have none pass in four years, that results in a liability for our district. As somebody who would come to Hartford with a fresh perspective, I can be a better advocate for Norwalk, Westport, and Wilton.”