Westport, State Leaders Shed Tears and Join Forces against Hatred March 27, 2021 James Bairaktaris Local and State leaders joined forces today in support of the Asian community; fighting against hate through the community’s protest today at Jesup Green. Pictured are (front, L-R) First Selectman Jim Marpe, Second Selectwoman Jen Tooker, State Representative Jonathan Steinberg (rear, L-R) State Representative Stephanie Thomas, State Senator and Staples High School graduate Will Haskell.