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Renee Waldron
Renee Waldron (Democratic Party, Working Families Party, Independent Party) ran for election to the Connecticut House of Representatives to represent District 51. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Waldron completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Renee Waldron earned a high school diploma from Tourtellotte Memorial High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Connecticut. She has experience working as a town clerk and recreation director. Waldron has been affiliated with Thompson Together.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Connecticut House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 51
Chris Stewart defeated Renee Waldron in the general election for Connecticut House of Representatives District 51 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Chris Stewart (R) | 54.5 | 6,519 |
 | Renee Waldron (D / Working Families Party / Independent Party)  | 45.5 | 5,434 | |
| Total votes: 11,953 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Renee Waldron advanced from the Democratic primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 51.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Chris Stewart advanced from the Republican primary for Connecticut House of Representatives District 51.
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Waldron in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Renee Waldron completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Waldron's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Supporting Working Families: I will advocate for policies that create good-paying jobs, affordable housing, and access to healthcare, ensuring that everyone in our community can thrive, regardless of their background or income.
- Investing in Our Future: From improving infrastructure to supporting small businesses and environmental sustainability, I will work to secure investments that strengthen our community and create a brighter future for the next generation.
- Investing in Our Future: From improving infrastructure to supporting small businesses and environmental sustainability, I will work to secure investments that strengthen our community and create a brighter future for the next generation.
I also bring strong organizational and leadership skills, which are essential for driving initiatives and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver results. Additionally, I’m solution-oriented, focused on finding practical ways to address issues such as education, healthcare, and economic development. This combination of empathy, dedication, and effective leadership will enable me to serve the community well as a state representative.
Additionally, crafting and voting on legislation that addresses key issues, from job creation to environmental sustainability, is crucial. Collaboration with fellow lawmakers and stakeholders to find solutions that serve the public interest, while maintaining transparency and accountability, is essential. Ultimately, the responsibility is to represent the district fairly and effectively while working for the betterment of the entire state.
What sets my campaign apart is the broad backing from Independent voters and Republicans. The endorsement of the Independent Party highlights my commitment to bridging divides, while support from numerous Republicans reflects their belief in my vision for effective governance. This coalition reaffirms my dedication to serving all constituents and finding solutions that benefit everyone in our community.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on October 3, 2024
