Democrats unanimously endorsed incumbent Denise Nappier for state treasurer Saturday.
Nappier, of Hartford, is seeking her fourth term as treasurer. She was first elected in 1998 and is the first woman treasurer in Connecticut. She is also the first African American woman to be elected state treasurer in U.S. history.
In her endorsement acceptance speech, Nappier stressed that Connecticut needs a sound fiscal policy built on a foundation that allows everyone access to healthcare, quality education and affordable housing.
"I am fired up and ready to go," Nappier told the crowd at the Connecticut Expo Center.