Election 2007: Democratic Challenger Takes On 8-Term Mayor in Shelton

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Democrat David M. Gioiello Jr. is new to politics, but he sees himself as a strong challenger to Mayor Mark A. Lauretti, who is seeking a ninth term.

A resident for 26 years, Gioiello said people seem ready to make a change. He said the current administration is letting developers decide the city's future, doing "whatever they want," which is hurting the quality of life in the city of approximately 40,000 people.

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Election 2007: Democratic Challenger Takes On 8-Term Mayor in Shelton

Lauretti, a Republican, said that taxes in Shelton are lower than "almost everywhere else," and the city is in good shape. Unlike his opponent, who has been knocking on doors to get his message out, Lauretti, 53, said h...

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