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- ↑ Sartor, Ryan (November 7, 2012). "Democrats Sweep Milford". Milford Patch. Retrieved November 3, 2012.
- ↑ Staff, Register (November 4, 2014). "Greater New Haven incumbents dominate Connecticut General Assembly races". New Haven Register. Retrieved November 4, 2014.