CT Patch Candidate Profile: Layne Rodney For State Representative

STAMFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 5 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot in Stamford.

Patch reached out to candidates for office to get more information on their campaigns and the issues that are facing the city and state.

Candidate’s Name

Layne Rodney

What office are you seeking?

State Rep 144th district

District

144th State District
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What city or town do you live in?

Stamford

Party affiliation

Republican

Education

BS in Aviation

Occupation

Semi-retired

Family

Wife, two children, three grandsons — one grandchild and daughter live in Zurich Switzerland. The other daughter and two grandsons live in Stamford.

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?

No

Previous public office, appointive or elective:

No

Age

Old enough

Why are you seeking this office?

Civic Duty. The more I read and see about the state government the more I feel government can be run more efficient.

What do you believe is the No. 1 issue facing Connecticut, and how do you plan to address it?

Affordable living. Looking at the electric rate disaster we must see where else there are state polices raising the cost of living in CT.

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?

Yes. We need to have the police enforce the driving laws. The legislature needs to have continuing education be part of a driver's license.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?

I don't think more government is always the answer

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?

I walk all over Stamford and Connecticut. I usually walk at least eight miles a day in Stamford. I see first hand many of the issues that face my fellow citizens. I will bring a new approach to the legislature.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?

Being new to government I will question the status quo.