Pat Dillon’s campaign is gaining momentum as volunteers work to get out the vote for her. Steve Mark, a long-time resident of the district, is one of the many volunteers supporting Dillon’s campaign. He remembers her support for the gay community during the AIDS epidemic, when it was not a popular stance to take.

Dillon’s Experience

Dillon has been a state representative since 1984 and has a master’s degree in public health from Yale. She has been instrumental in shaping the state’s health policies, including the needle exchange program. Her experience and knowledge of the district have earned her the respect of her constituents.

Mark, who teaches journalism at Connecticut State Community College Housatonic, has been impressed by Dillon’s willingness to listen to her constituents. He has called her frequently to discuss issues related to public higher education and has always been met with a prompt response.

Volunteers’ Efforts

Volunteers like Mark, Ben Hosen, and Raiden Shelmerdine are working tirelessly to get out the vote for Dillon. They have been knocking on doors, distributing campaign literature, and offering rides to the polls. Their efforts are a testament to the strong support Dillon has in the community.

Darryl King, a local resident, was hesitant to commit to a candidate but was impressed by Dillon’s campaign. He was pleased to learn more about her platform and was considering voting for her.

Original reporting: New Haven Independent — read the source article.