Quentin Williams
Quentin Williams (Democratic Party) (formerly Quentin Phipps) (also known as Q) was a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives, representing District 100. He assumed office in 2019. He left office on January 5, 2023.
Williams (Democratic Party, Working Families Party) (formerly Quentin Phipps) ran for re-election to the Connecticut House of Representatives to represent District 100. He won in the general election on November 8, 2022.
On January 5, 2023, Williams was killed in a car accident as he returned home from the governor's inaugural ball in Hartford, Connecticut.[1]
Biography
Quentin "Q" Phipps was born in Middletown, Connecticut. He earned a Bachelor of Science from Bryant University in 2005. Phipps’s career experience included working as Director of Advocacy and Policy for the Excellence Community Schools organization. He served on the Middlesex United Way Board of Directors, which describes itself as, “a locally based organization dedicated to strengthening lives, helping people, and improving community conditions in the fifteen towns in Middlesex County.”[2] Phipps was elected to serve as the Representative for Connecticut House District 100.[3]
Committee assignments
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2021-2022
Williams was assigned to the following committees:
- Aging Committee, Co-Chair
- Commerce Committee, Member
- Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee, Member
2019-2020
Williams was assigned to the following committees:
- Government Administration and Elections Committee
- Finance, Revenue and Bonding Committee
- Executive and Legislative Nominations Committee, Vice Chair
Elections
2022
See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2022
General election
General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100
Incumbent Quentin Williams won election in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Quentin Williams (D / Working Families Party) | 100.0 | 5,881 |
| Total votes: 5,881 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Anthony Moran (R)
Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Quentin Williams advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Anthony Moran advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100.
2020
See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100
Incumbent Quentin Williams defeated Anthony Gennaro in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Quentin Williams (D / Working Families Party) | 65.3 | 7,431 |
 | Anthony Gennaro (R) | 34.7 | 3,945 | |
| Total votes: 11,376 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Quentin Williams advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Anthony Gennaro advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100.
2018
In addition to running as a Democratic Party candidate, Phipps cross-filed to also run with the Working Families Party in 2018.[4]
General election
General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100
Quentin Williams defeated Anthony Gennaro in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Quentin Williams (D) | 60.8 | 5,476 |
| Anthony Gennaro (R) | 39.2 | 3,534 | |
| Total votes: 9,010 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100
Quentin Williams advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 on August 14, 2018.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | | Quentin Williams |
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100
Anthony Gennaro defeated Tyrell Brown in the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 on August 14, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Anthony Gennaro | 64.5 | 449 |
| Tyrell Brown | 35.5 | 247 | ||
| Total votes: 696 | |||
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Campaign themes
2022
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Quentin Williams did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
2020
Quentin Williams did not complete Ballotpedia's 2020 Candidate Connection survey.
2018
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Quentin Williams completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Williams' responses.
What would be your top three priorities, if elected?
Introducing election reform which would include early voting and "no-excuse" absentee voting. Creating legislation to supporting working families including: raising the minimum wage to a livable wage, paid family leave, fair work scheduling, and universal healthcare. Investing in infrastructure to make Connecticut more transit oriented.
What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?
Creating a more equitable education system animates me. I am a public school graduate and despite having an overall good experience, my experience was also riddled with systemic racism, interpersonal racism, and the complete dismissal of my special education needs. As a mentor at my local district school, I witnessed my mentee surviving through the same issues of racism and apathy towards his needs. Our public school systems need equitable investments so that all students may strive regardless of their race, gender, and income. I'm confident that the first radical injection we can make into our educational system is the belief that all students can do well. The second radical idea for our school systems would be the commitment to fully invest the resources students need to be successful.
Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?
Ms. Queen E. Williams is my lifelong inspiration. She has always humbly served her family as an amazing sister, aunt and mother. If she's not off traveling to an exotic locale then you can probably find her serving the church as a missionary and event planner. She retired from the State of Connecticut where she served some of our state's most vulnerable as they battled various mental illnesses. She was known for treating clients with the utmost dignity, which is an extension of her core belief that everyone deserves respect. Too many believe that respect is earned, but Ms. Queen illustrates that respect should always be given. Most admirably, she models the importance of serving with love and strives for nothing less than the best for herself, others, and all that she does. She has always exhibited service leadership. Mahatma Gandhi said, "Service which is rendered without joys helps neither the servant nor the served". Even while working 16 hour days, her service was with a smile and from a place of love. The joy Gandhi speaks of reminds me of the honor I have had to see and benefit from her tireless, selfless, and hard work. Most others call her "Bea" or "Ms. Queen", I have the honor to (still) call her "Mommy".
What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?
To faithfully represent the beliefs of as many of your constituents as possible, to do good by as many people as possible, and to serve public office with honesty and integrity.
What was your very first job? How long did you have it?
My first job was librarian assistant at Olin Library of Wesleyan University. I spent two summers reading countless books and periodicals.
What is your favorite holiday? Why?
Thanksgiving is my favorite holiday. Thanksgiving is a time for my large family to reunite, bringing both ethnicities under one roof for a time of fellowship and appreciation. Over the years my family has been mindful to use Thanksgiving as a time to mourn the losses of indigenous people and reflect on restorative justice.
What is your favorite book? Why?
J. Michael Straczynski's Rising Stars was his ode to Generation Y and Millennials. This graphic novel was a great reminder of how powerful my generation is and can aspire to be. We're the first generation to grow up with the Internet. The technology gave us access to information at our fingertips and the ability to create deep relationships with our global neighbors with ease. Rising Stars serve as a reminder that Millennials are uniquely powerful. We have the choice to heal and create or watch our community and world be destroyed by our own undoing.
If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?
My favorite fictional character, T'Challa the Black Panther. I appreciate his growth as a scientist, family man, and fighter so that he can best serve his nation. His commitment to progress and admitting when he has made a mistake inevitably creates the path to making the world a more equitable place.
What is your favorite thing in your home or apartment? Why?
My wife and I purchased our first home together on September 14th. We're looking forward to growing fresh herbs and practicing yoga in our sunroom.
What was the last song that got stuck in your head?
DeJ Loaf and Leon Bridges, "Liberated"
Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?
Our state legislature needs diverse perspectives to represent the diverse needs of our state. I'm a former community banker, non profit executive, and a current education administrator and elected official. These professional experiences have helped me develop dynamic listening, coalition building, and organizing skills which are all needed skills for effective governance.
Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?
At a local small business, the technician asked if she could share about her fiancé. Her fiancé was found in a portable bathroom and needed 3 narcans to be revived. He luckily survived his overdose with little permanent damage. Unfortunately, she's a recovering addict too, therefore she demanded he leave the home in order to protect her sobriety and her children. She finished the conversation telling me we needed solutions to the opioid crisis. She shared her family's struggle less than a month after I lost a friend to the epidemic. She was clear that our community can't solve this problem through punitive measures. Our community needs recovery, empathy, resources, and alternatives to support our suffering neighbors.
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See also
2022 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ The CT Mirror, "Rep. Quentin Williams killed in crash with wrong-way driver," January 5, 2023
- ↑ Middlesex United Way, "About Us," accessed November 21, 2019
- ↑ Connecticut House Democrats, "Quentin Phipps," accessed November 21, 2019
- ↑ Connecticut Secretary of State, "2018 List of Candidates," accessed October 29, 2018
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| Preceded by - |
Connecticut House of Representatives District 100 2019-2023 |
Succeeded by Kai Juanna Belton (D) |
