GWEN SAMUEL
Independent candidate for Connecticut State Senate, District 9. A Marine veteran, mother, grandmother and longtime parent advocate running to bring balance, accountability and independent leadership to the Capitol.
Operational Background
The Case for Independence
“Public service should be about people, not political parties.”
The Core Problem
“Public service should be about people, not political parties.”
Gwen Samuel · Marine Veteran · Connecticut State Senate, District 9
Where She Stands
Priorities for Connecticut’s 9th Senate District
Balance and Accountability
Independent leadership at the Capitol, answerable to the district rather than to a party caucus.
A Voice for Families
Years of parent advocacy, making sure ordinary families have a say in the decisions that affect them.
A Connecticut They Can Afford
Building a state her children and grandchildren can afford to call home.
The Race
Why It Matters
- A Marine veteran and longtime parent advocate running outside both parties.
- Independent leadership answerable to District 9, not to a caucus.
- A focus on affordability — a Connecticut the next generation can stay in.
The Opportunity
Connecticut’s 9th Senate District has been contested within the two-party system. Gwen offers it an independent Marine veteran who has spent years doing the advocacy work before ever seeking the seat.