Education Group Endorses Norwalk State Rep. Chris Perone

NORWALK, Conn. - State Rep. Chris Perone of Norwalk has received the endorsement of the Connecticut Education Association in his race for re-election to the 137th House District and was designated as a “CEA Friend of Education.”

by Crystal D'Sa

07/05/2014 4:00 a.m.

The CEA represents 43,000 members in Connecticut.

“You have consistently proven yourself to be an advocate for children, teachers, and public education, CEA President Sheila Cohen said of Perone. M"ost recently, throughout the 2014 legislative session, you steadfastly held to your commitment and ensured that our members’ voices were heard.” Cohen continued, “Your constituents are fortunate to have you working for them in the General Assembly.”

“I am honored to have the endorsement of the CEA,” Perone said. “Connecticut’s teachers work hard to make sure our students get the skills and education they need.”

The Connecticut Education Association was formed in 1848. Today, CEA is headquartered in Hartford with a membership of more than 43,000 that includes K-12 teachers in Connecticut public schools as well as retired teachers and college students preparing to become teachers.

CEA is a grassroots organization that is a strong and effective champion for teachers and public schools. It is a state affiliate of the National Education Association, which is headquartered in Washington, D.C.

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