From Michael Gordon, a former Westport Board of Education chairperson:

Friends -

I’m writing to let you know that I will not be moving forward with the State Senate race. After diving in a few weeks ago, I’ve come to realize that I can’t juggle effectively the multiple demands of family, work and this campaign/the State Senate. The simple truth is that I thought I could do all of it at a high level, but I’ve learned that I can’t.

I was excited both to campaign and to serve, but I’m also clear that now is not the right time if I want to do the job well.

I want to thank our wonderful friends for their enormous outpouring of support, kindness and offers of help. I also want to thank the many kind and wise new friends I’ve made throughout the 26th District. I wish Ceci and Ken the best of luck, and I look forward to supporting our nominee this Fall.

Michael