(Hartford, CT) - U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) issued the following statement regarding the passing of longtime state senate leader and Lieutenant Governor Joe Fauliso:
“Joe was a mentor, a model and a mensch. He advised and guided leaders of great stature and power with masterful insight, but also opened his wise mind and big heart to rising new and young political activists. Public service was in his DNA and he made it a noble and inspiring calling for all who followed his captivating and contagious spirit. I have been immensely grateful for his endless support and friendship and my heart goes out to Ann and his entire family.”