Patch Candidate Profile: Erika Talnagi For Stamford Board Of Representatives

STAMFORD, CT — Election Day on Nov. 4 is fast approaching, and there are a number of key races on the ballot.

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

Candidate's Name:
Erika Talnagi

What office are you seeking?
Board of Representatives District 4

What town do you live in?
Stamford

Campaign Website
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Party Affiliation:
Republican

Occupation:
Licensed Cosmetologist 18y, Whole Foods Market 11y. I also serve as a Justice of the Peace in Stamford.

Family:
I have son 30y old and daughter 12y old she is enrolled in public school

Does anyone in your family work in politics or government?
No

Previous public office, appointive or elective:
No

Why are you seeking this office?
I was looking for a candidate with the same views in my district that I am representing, but I couldn’t find one in such a highly democratic place so I decided to run myself.

The single most pressing issue facing my constituents is ____, and this is what I intend to do about it:
High rent, never ending price increases. Some are also not happy with mandatory vaccinations and removal of vaccine exemptions. I am supporting policies like rent assistance program, fair rent program, and affordable housing expansion. As to mandatory vaccinations I did and I still do voice my opinion about medical freedom, but it’s not just up to me to bring back exemptions back. Hopefully Connecticut will follow steps of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and end all state vaccine mandates including those for schoolchildren.

What are the major differences between you and the other candidates seeking this post?
I never met them in person and I was hopping to get to know them from their answers to questions at Stamfordelections.com , but so far they didn’t take a time to answer the questions. What I can tell about myself is that I am originally from Europe and being Stamford resident for almost 30y. I got involved in my district and community in 2012, and since this time serving as a member of the Republican Town Committee representing my district. I am very proud participating in no tolls initiative that end up to be a success. Most importantly I have a “team work is a dream work” mentality. No matter what political affiliations we have we should find the best solutions together. We should all work together to preserve individual freedom.

What other issues do you intend to address during your campaign?
We are having issues with our roads, some are not in the best condition, problem with congestion and safety.

What accomplishments in your past would you cite as evidence you can handle this job?
As I mentioned I am on the Republican Town Committee. I am a person with leadership skills who has integrity, patience, and team work mentally.

What is the best advice anyone ever gave you?
Always seek 2nd even 3rd opinion and then decide. Think twice cut once.

Is there anything else you would like voters to know about yourself and your positions?
I am an excellent listener and I want only the best for everyone.