Kimberly Fiorello
Kimberly Fiorello | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Connecticut House of Representatives from the 149th district | |
| Assumed office January 6, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Livvy Floren |
| Constituency | Greenwich (part) |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Republican |
| Residence | Greenwich, CT |
| Website | www |
Kimberly Fiorello Is an American politician who is currently serving as the representative from the 149th District in the Connecticut House of Representatives. Her district includes most of the town of Greenwich, Connecticut and part of neighboring Stamford.
Personal life[]
Fiorello is currently a resident of Greenwich. She holds a degree in economics from Harvard University and attended West Point. She formerly worked as a reporter for the Wall Street Journal in Hong Kong.[1]
Political career[]
Fiorello first entered state politics when she ran for the 149th District seat.[2] In November 2020, she won the election for the seat.[3] Since taking office, Fiorello, like many other politicians in Fairfield County, has been very vocal in regards to local control over zoning, among other issues.[4]
Electoral history[]
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Kimberly Fiorello | 7,203 | 51.40 | |
| Democratic | Kathleen Stowe | 6,809 | 48.60 | |
| Total votes | 14,012 | 100.00 | ||
| Republican hold | ||||
References[]
- ^ Scofield, R.J. (19 October 2020). "Candidate Profile: Kimberly Fiorello For CT House District 149". patch.com. Greenwich CT Patch. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ Borsuk, Ken. "Showdown in the 149th: Fiorello, Stowe debate the issues". lmtonline.com. Laredo Morning Times. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ "Fiorello claims victory in the 149th House District for Greenwich, Stamford". greenwichtime.com. Greenwich Time. 5 November 2020. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ Borsuk, Ken (20 January 2021). "Leaders from across Fairfield County unite over opposing possible affordable housing mandates". ctinsider.com. Greenwich Time. Retrieved February 16, 2021.
- ^ "Connecticut House of Representatives District 149".
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