Connecticut Patch Candidate Profile: John Kissel For State Senate
NORTHERN CONNECTICUT — Election Day on Nov. 5, 2024, is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Connecticut.Patch reached out to candidates for office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing the state and town.Candidate’s Name: John A. KisselWhat office are you seeking? State Senator 7th DistrictDistrict: 7th Senate DistrictCampaign websiteWhat city or town do you live in? EnfieldParty affiliation: RepublicanEducation: BS Education; BA History UConn; JD WNECOccupation: AttorneyFamily: Sons Nathaniel and Tristan.Does anyone in your family work in politics or government? NoPrevious public office, appointive or elective: State Senator 1993-PresentAge: 65Why are you seeking this office?I love serving my community and helping to make their lives better.What do you believe is the No. 1 issue facing Connecticut, and how do you plan to address it?The economy. I oppose changing the Spending, Borrowing or Volatility Caps that have helped us pay down debt and I oppose raising any taxes.There have been an alarming number of deaths on Connecticut's roadways. Is there anything from a legislative standpoint that can be done to address that?We need to support law enforcement and recruit more troopers and officers to enforce our already stringent laws.What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?Unfortunately most Democrats tend to march in "lock-step" once they land in Hartford, supporting liberal tax and spend policies.What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?I fight bad bills and tax increases, protect my district, fight for full and fair education funding and can work across the aisle to pass bills like the anti-vaping bill proposed by the Enfield Youth Council; our constituent service is second to none.Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?I am a faithful watchdog of your precious tax dollars and rights.The article Connecticut Patch Candidate Profile: John Kissel For State Senate appeared first on Enfield, CT Patch.
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