Stefanowski Stumbles. Generous Chris Dodd Supporter Responds to Stemerman Ad.
Bob for Governor is not best pleased with the public airing of his political contributions and empty voting record. Recent Democrat-turned-Republican Bob Stefanowski is struggling to hit back at a David Stemerman campaign ad attacking him. The former payday lender/loan shark executive wants voters to know that Stemerman also contributed to a Democrat. The Greenwich Republican made a contribution to Barack Obama in the 2008 campaign–and also to Republican nominee John McCain.
The 2008 cycle was when Stefanowski, brace yourself, gave a generous contribution to Democrat Christopher Dodd’s presidential campaign. Good luck explaining that one. Stefanowski wanted Christopher Dodd to be the president of the United States.
Here’s the Stefanowski’s statement:
Branford, CT – At last week’s debate, the gubernatorial candidates were asked about their voting records. I stood up and took the issue head on stating, I was a Democrat for eight months, but a Republican for 25 years. Ronald Reagan, Larry Kudlow and President Trump are all pretty good former Democrats as well! I lived overseas for years and traveled extensively, I should have filed an absentee ballot. I wish it were different. But leadership is about taking responsibility for your actions and moving forward.
Ironically, David Stemerman, who in fact was a registered Democrat for seven years (1996 to 2003) and gave thousands of dollars to Barack Obama stood silently at his podium at last week’s debate. Why did Mr. Stemerman dodge the question when it was obviously directed at him as well? To make matters worse, Mr. Stemerman released an attack ad on television this morning where his own record is profoundly worse!
The next CEO of Connecticut needs to be direct, candid, tough, and have integrity. Voters want a candidate who will eliminate our state income tax and put Connecticut back to work – not someone like David Stemerman who dodges tough questions and doesn’t have the guts to get rid of the state income tax. I have been turning around billion dollar companies for years with leadership, integrity and accountability. I can do just that as your next governor.
The facts are pretty simple:
David Stemerman was a registered Democrat from 1996 – 2003 in New York City, 7 years as opposed to Stefanowski’s 8 months
David Stemerman gave thousands of dollars to Barack Obama
Stefanowski who resides with his wife and three daughters in Madison, CT was formerly a senior executive with General Electric and the Chief Financial Officer of UBS Investment Bank. He has introduced a five step economic plan to save Connecticut that has been endorsed by Dr. Arthur Laffer, senior economic advisor to President’s Trump and Reagan.
Note that Stefanowski does not mention his most recent job, heading a big player in the disreputable payday lending business.