“I urge all Connecticut residents to reflect on the sacrifices made by the Greatest Generation during World War II. In the aftermath of tragedy, they came together in the name of justice, humanity, and democracy, and each of us has benefitted from their service. We will be always grateful for everything they have provided to the United States.”

American politician and businessman

Edward Miner Lamont Jr., known as Ned Lamont, is an American politician and businessman. Born in 1954, he has served as governor of Connecticut since 2019 and is a member of the Democratic Party. He previously served as a Greenwich selectman from 1987 to 1989, and in 2006 he was the Democratic nominee for the United States Senate, losing to independent incumbent Joe Lieberman. His public profile is tied to Connecticut politics and to his career in business.