John Larson

As former mayors and first selectmen from small towns to larger cities, we couldn’t be more proud to endorse U.S. Rep. John Larson for another term. We see every day what our communities need, and we know who shows up for them. John Larson. He’s from this [first] district, understands it firsthand, and has never lost sight of his working class background or who he serves.

Being a mayor is a tough job, and not every mayor gets it right. It requires balancing budgets, responding to crises, supporting local workers, and delivering for residents with limited resources. We rely on our federal partners not for headlines, but for steady leadership, real investment, and a deep understanding of how national decisions affect local communities. That is exactly what John Larson has provided.

Throughout his time in Congress, Larson has delivered billions in federal investments directly to cities and towns across this district—funding that has strengthened infrastructure, rebuilt schools and libraries, expanded internet access, kept our communities safe, helped working families stay afloat, and even stood with us as federal ICE agents terrorize our neighborhoods. He has consistently prioritized union labor and good-paying jobs, ensuring that federal dollars put local workers to work and help families make ends meet.

Just as important, John Larson has never confused public service with self-promotion. He didn’t cozy up to powerful interests in Washington or chase cable news attention. Instead, he focused on results—quietly, consistently, and with the needs of our communities at the center of every decision. When it mattered most, he was not afraid to stand up to Donald Trump or anyone else to defend our values and deliver for this district.

As mayors, we know our communities. We know what leadership looks like, and we know what our residents deserve. John Larson has earned our trust through action, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to the people we serve.

That’s why we’re proud to stand with him—and why we believe he remains the right choice for our district.

Former Mayor of Windsor Don Trinks, Former First Selectman of East Granby Jim Hayden, Former Mayor of Manchester Josh Howroyd, Former Mayor of South Windsor Saud Anwar, Former First Selectwoman of Portland Susan Bransfield, Former Mayor of Winsted Candy Perez.