Ned Lamont
Candidate for Senate
Connecticut
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Ned Lamont
Ned is running because he loves his country and is deeply concerned about its current direction. Like most Connecticut Democrats, and most Americans, he is tired of being represented by a senator who is not willing to stand up to the President—on the war and on the rest of his wrong headed judicial, fiscal, and environmental policies.
“As your senator I will put Connecticut first,” Ned said. “As I travel the state and talk to people, I’m hearing over and over that America is spending $250 million a day in Iraq while we are cutting aid to students and veterans’ benefits. This has got to change.”
About Ned
Ned founded his own company, Lamont Digital Systems, in 1984. He’s a graduate of both Harvard and the Yale School of Management and a former newspaper editor.
As a child, Ned’s family dinners were animated by political discussions, with lively exchanges between his grandfather, a banker, and his uncle, a Democratic activist. But the underlying theme was public service.
In addition to helping raise his children and running a business, Ned has brought innovation to his many community activities. He spent eight years in local government, chaired the state investment advisory council, and served on the many civic boards. He also runs a business training program for Bridgeport High School students, and knows the importance of involving parents and communities in education.
Getting It Done
Building a successful business means getting things done … by listening to people, and finding innovative solutions to old problems.
“Every successful businessman knows that many of your best ideas come from your customers,” said Ned. “We are always looking for new and better ways to do things. We never reflexively ‘Stay the course’—especially when it’s plain it’s not working.”
While much of his frustration is rooted in his opposition to Bush’s war in Iraq, Ned believes the problems with the Bush administration cut across many issues. The war, however, fuels the problems at home by diverting critical resources and attention. Ned supports proposals by Congressman Murtha and Lawrence Korb for phasing out of America’s front-line involvement in Iraq.
“Our troops are making their country proud with their service,” said Ned. “But this war is not making us any safer. It’s time for US troops to move to the background and let the Iraqi people step forward and take responsibility for their own destiny.”
The Lamont Family
Ned and his wife Annie live in Fairfield County with their three teenaged children.
Starting a business close to home was important for Mr. Lamont when his children were young.
“My wife is successful and works very full days,” he said. “So it was important for me to be close to home and really be a co-parent. I am looking forward to campaigning with my kids whenever we can.”
Ned decided to challenge Senator Lieberman only after closely watching his performance, and results, for years. He consulted closely with his family and gained their full support before deciding to run.
What Ned will do for Connecticut
Ned believes that government must respect its citizens and tell them the truth. He will challenge the culture of “Inside the Beltway” corruption and demand that qualified people are appointed to critical government and public service positions.
The war, and Bush and Lieberman priorities, are cutting funds from programs that invest in our future. Student loans, Social Security, health care that everyone can afford – these are the issues that Ned will fight for, bringing a businessman’s ability to reach consensus without sacrificing the bottom line.
Ned will be a fresh voice in the Senate, working to build coalitions and accomplish change, and speaking out against the destructive Bush administration policies that directly threaten our moral and economic future, our civil liberties, and our nation’s security.
