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Shelton Democrats Set Up Shop [Video]

After the Democratic Caucus, the candidates are looking for volunteers to help campaign for the upcoming municipal elections.

For those Sheltonites of the Democrat persuasion looking to get involved in the upcoming municipal elections, you need look no further than Howe Avenue, because the Chris Jones For Shelton Mayor campaign has set up shop at 450 Howe Ave, situated across the street from .

“It’s time for a change,” said Kevin Buchanan Jr, who volunteers at the Echo Hose fire station with Chris Jones. Buchanan was one of several people who stopped by the campaign’s office Tuesday evening to sign up and help a ‘brother firefighter.’

“I’m thrilled that I have so many volunteers,” said candidate Chris Jones. “It’s very empowering.”

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Kevin was not the only Buchanan to attend, as his mother Arleen also volunteered, citing education and taxes as two of the big issues facing the campaign this year, in addition to the appointment of a new fire chief.

“All the crap about no child left behind, there were so many left behind,” said Arleen Buchanan.

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Also in the small campaign offices were several aldermen (and alderwomen) candidates, who, being Democrats, are Chris Jones supporters as well.

“The problem that I have with it basically is that it’s not balanced, it’s just so totally one-sided. It’s just one party,” said Faith Hack, referring to the current board of aldermen. “I think we owe it to the citizens of Shelton to have a mixture.” Hack is running for the First Ward Alderwoman position.

Those looking to get involved can visit chrisjonesforshelton.com or follow the campaign on Twitter (@chrisjonesmayor) or Facebook.

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