“First, I want to congratulate Barack Obama on his victory tonight. The people of America have shown clearly that they want change. I also think America voted today to regain its sense of direction. I am hopeful that with this new leadership comes new energy and new solutions to the difficult challenges facing our country.”
“The national economy continues to be cause for great concern as families struggle in ways they never have before. Our middle class – the backbone of this nation – has had its sense of security badly shaken. Americans are looking for the new direction that change promises and it will now be up to the new President to deliver on that promise.”
“Each election brings a time of renewal, a time of hope and an opportunity to lead. The new President and the new Congress will be immediately tested by our challenging economy. Right now, America needs the strong leadership that only a commitment to bipartisanship can provide.“
“The citizens of Connecticut deserve the same. The time for campaigning has ended and the task of balancing our state budget begins. Our economic issues transcend party politics. When the new Legislature convenes in January, both Democrats and Republicans will have to do the arithmetic. The election is now over and it is time to put Connecticut first. It is time to govern – and that work starts today.”
