They were on opposite sides in an East Side Democratic Town Committee primary in March, but Chris Rosario who won a seat will officially kick off his candidacy for the State House at the Red Rooster Deli owned by John Gomes who ran on the losing slate. Rosario, the city’s anti-blight director, appears to have the votes for the endorsement over incumbent Christina Ayala. Rosario was in the news this week following a blight enforcement protest by City Councilman Bob Halstead. From Rosario’s Facebook page:
As the father of two children who attend Bridgeport public schools and another who will be entering the school system shortly, I strongly believe our city is at a crossroads. I believe that our elected leaders will help determine whether our children and grandchildren will be able to get good paying jobs and raise their families right here in the Park City.
This is especially true in neighborhoods like the East Side and the Hollow. In order to create a better future for our kids and grand kids, we must help those who need it the most through job creation, access to affordable housing, support for businesses, and better public education options for kids.
That’s why I’m announcing my candidacy for state representative, and I’m hoping you’ll support me in doing so. As a dedicated professional and as an active member of our community, I have always fought for hardworking Bridgeport residents. I have advocated for Seniors Citizens as a Long-Term Care Specialist for Metlife. I’ve worked to keep our streets clean and safe as the Director of Anti-Blight for the city. And I’ve ensured families have what they need to make ends meet, helped facilitate job creation, and made certain kids are getting the high-quality education they deserve as the Director of Constituent Services for the Mayor’s Office and Liaison to the Bridgeport City Council.
I have also worked to better our community for parents and kids as a member of the Hispanic Heritage Committee and the North End Little League Board. I’ve made sure Bridgeport’s voice was heard at the state level through service on Connecticut’s Statewide Anti-Blight Task Force, The Connecticut Association of Housing Code and Enforcement Officials and the Connecticut Hispanic Democratic Caucus.
As your next state representative, I’ll work to create new jobs in Bridgeport by supporting small and medium size businesses, which will help bring good paying jobs to our city. I’ll work to improve our public schools and make sure students are getting the high-quality education they need to be prepared for college and to compete for 21st century jobs. And, I’ll work to ensure our kids are safe and secure.
I believe strongly that my experience and vision for the office is what we need to keep Bridgeport moving forward so that the Bridgeporters of today–and the Bridgeporters of tomorrow–can continue to enjoy the things that make the Park City a great place to live, work, and raise a family.
I hope you’ll support me in this endeavor and together, we’ll win.
If I had a vote, this young man would get it without a doubt. A fresh new candidate, untarnished and without baggage. And I certainly like his platform. I wish him success; time to send a representative to Hartford from Bridgeport that won’t be an just another embarrassment.
There are so many rumors swirling around this State Rep race. I am hearing there is a third, and possibly a fourth potential candidate entering the mix. BEWARE 128th. Too many Candidates could ensure that this election lands right back in Christina’s lap. Stretegy, please. We are all pulling for you 128th!
Currently, Rosario has my vote. Ayala does not. The third candidate interested is Teresa Davidson.
Christopher Rosario seems like a very qualified individual. If he has the support of the Mayor and the town committee, he should be the man to bring credibility and respect to his district. The city could do with a lot less drama and a more conscientious respectable individual who reflects his constituents’ hopes, dreams and desires. Good luck!
If you want to see what the winner’s circle in the 128th district looks like, keep your eyes on Christopher Rosario.
The word on the street is the fourth candidate is Dennis Bradley II; a bright, young immigration attorney who lives in the 128th. From what I have been told by a very reliable source, the City Administration offered this fine young man a City job NOT to run for State Representative. The young counselor politely declined.
Am I the only person here who is wondering how a city employee will manage both his full-time city job and state rep duties? Not to mention paying with tax dollars the salary and benefits of both positions? While he seems like a great guy, this issue really bothers me.