Keith garnered yet another key endorsement recently, this time from the National Association of Social Workers Connecticut Chapter (NASW-CT).
Rodgerson thanked NASW-CT for their endorsement, saying "I am honored to be recognized by the NASW-CT. Social workers are on the front lines of so many of mental health issues that, as the tragedy in Sandy Hook showed us, have been ignored for way too long. Once I get to Hartford, I will work incredibly hard in making sure that we stop sweeping these issues under the carpet and actually do something to address them."
NASW-CT represents more than 3000 members statewide and "...are committed to social policies that enhance quality of life of the residents of Connecticut. The NASW-CT is actively involved in workforce development issues, which we will be placing a focus on in the upcoming legislative session."
Rodgerson said that many of these priorities are very much in alignment with what he is already running behind, such as supporting the minimum wage increase, advocating for retirement security for our seniors, as well as the expansion of school based health centers and mental health care. Rogerson's opponent, Rep. Gail Lavielle voted against increases to the minimum wage, and also voted against the creation of the CT Retirement Security Board. Stephen Karp, Executive Director of NASW-CT said "Keith Rodgerson is a trusted voice for social justice in Connecticut. Sending him to Hartford will ensure that outstanding mental health issues will finally be addressed in a bi-partisan manner once and for all."
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