About Alex

Alex Armstrong is a Democrat running for State Representative in the 119th District.

He grew up in Milford, where he attended public schools (Orange Avenue, Harborside, and Foran) and where he now lives with his wife Julie, their two daughters, and their dog Hugo.

Alex graduated from Georgetown University, majoring in Government and History, and has a Master's in American Political Science from Yale University. Professionally, he works as a Vice President at a global nonprofit organization.

He served for three years on the Milford Sewer Commission, the final year as Vice Chairman. He previously served a term on the Milford Pension and Retirement Board, which manages the City's pension fund. He is also a volunteer with the Friends of Milford Library and a member of the Milford Irish Heritage Society.

He is running for State Representative to advocate and fight for our community while we prepare for a changing climate, address the cost-of-living crisis, and reform Connecticut’s utilities to make energy cleaner and more affordable.