About the Candidate
Meet Mary Ann Connelly
A lifetime of service. A record of results. A neighbor who shows up.
A Life Dedicated to Service
Mary Ann Connelly is not a career politician. She is a registered nurse who has spent decades caring for people, a mother who has raised five children in this community, and a grandmother who wants to make sure her ten grandchildren inherit a Connecticut that works for everyone.
Her campaign for the 101st Assembly District is the natural next step in a lifetime of showing up — for patients, for her family, for her neighbors, and for her community.
Grandmother of Ten
Mary Ann's ten grandchildren are her greatest inspiration. Every decision she makes — on the school board, in the community, and now as a candidate — is guided by the question: "What kind of Connecticut are we leaving for them?"
As a grandmother, she understands the challenges facing young families today — the cost of healthcare, the quality of schools, and the importance of safe, strong communities. That's not a talking point. It's her life.
Mother of Five
Raising five children in Connecticut and New York gave Mary Ann a front-row seat to the challenges families face every day — from school quality and healthcare costs to community safety and economic opportunity.
Her children are her proudest accomplishment, and their futures — along with those of her ten grandchildren — are what drive her to serve.
Her Story
Registered Nurse
Mary Ann built her career as a registered nurse, spending years at the bedside caring for patients and their families. That experience gave her an unmatched understanding of what Connecticut families need from their healthcare system.
Mother of Five
Raising five children in Connecticut, Mary Ann lived the everyday challenges that families face — from school systems to healthcare costs to community safety. Her family is her greatest motivation.
Grandmother of Ten
As a grandmother of ten, Mary Ann is deeply invested in the future of Connecticut. She is running to make sure the next generation inherits a state that works for them.
Madison School Board
Mary Ann's service on the Madison School Board gave her direct experience in local governance, education policy, and community leadership. She knows how to get things done.
Active Volunteer
For decades, Mary Ann has shown up for her community through active volunteer work. She doesn't wait for someone else to solve problems — she rolls up her sleeves and gets to work.
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