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08/11/2020 12:00 AMA state election race shocker: Jesse MacLachlan (R-35) announced on Aug. 11 that he is ending his re-election campaign.
MacLachlan served three terms as a representative for the 35th General Assembly District, which includes Clinton, Killingworth, and northern Westbrook. In May he was unanimously endorsed by the Republican delegates of the 35th District to run for a fourth term.
Whoever takes MacLachlan’s spot on the ballot will face off against Democratic nominee Christine Goupil.
The following is a press release from MacLachlan that was emailed to the Harbor News.
“To the people of Westbrook, Clinton, and Killingworth, this is a note of thanks for giving me the honor of serving as your state representative.
“Due to personal reasons, I have made the difficult decision to withdraw from the 2020 election. I have poured my heart and soul into serving this wonderful district, and it feels right to make way for fresh energy and new ideas. Scripture tells us that there is a time and season for everything. Having recently started my own small business, it’s time for me to focus on building a career that will provide the joys of one day owning a home and starting a family of my own—the American Dream that we all hold dear. This is certainly not goodbye. Service will always be a part of my life, and I look forward to finding new ways to return the love and support that this community has so generously bestowed upon me for these past six years.
“Serving these beautiful towns as your state representative has been the most rewarding experience of my life. Together, we stood for fair and honest budgets, delivered long-anticipated transportation improvements, and fought vigorously to make Connecticut a more affordable and vibrant place to raise a family. Despite trying times, we protected the 9-Town Transit, stopped highway tolls, and passed a historic bi-partisan budget. We passed strong mental health parity legislation and fought to cap the cost of prescription medication.
“Thank you for entrusting me with your voice and your vote. The strength and resiliency of our towns has been a constant source of inspiration for me. Of all the great things we have accomplished together as a district, the relationships that I have developed with my constituents are what I will always cherish most. You have always held me to the highest standards of service, and I am a better person for how you have shaped and grown with me since day one. You granted me the honor of representing you in our state’s Capitol, and for that I am forever grateful.
“I have called this community my home for over 20 years. You have embraced my family, extending care and kindness during difficult days. You bestowed upon me the honor of representing you in Hartford and I will forever be grateful, especially in this time of great challenge in our community and our country. It has been an honor to serve you.”