Jorge Cabrera (politician) explained

Jorge Cabrera is an American politician serving as a member of the Connecticut State Senate from the 17th district. Elected in November 2020, he assumed office on January 6, 2021.

Early life and education

Cabrera was raised in Connecticut.^[1] He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science from Quinnipiac University.^[2]

Career

After serving as a legislative aide for Representative Moira K. Lyons, Cabrera worked as a researcher for the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America. He later joined the United Food and Commercial Workers as an international representative. In 2018, Cabrera ran for the Connecticut State Senate against Republican Senator George Logan and lost by 95 votes.^[3] Cabrera ran again in 2020 and won. He assumed office on January 6, 2021.^[4]

References

1. Web site: Rappaport, 860-240-8671. Michelle. Jorge Cabrera Sworn in as State Senator of 17th District. 2021-05-04. Connecticut Senate Democrats. en-gb.
2. Web site: Admin. Gregg. About Senator Cabrera. 2021-05-04. Connecticut Senate Democrats. en-gb.
3. Web site: Jorge Cabrera.
4. Web site: Jorge Cabrera. 2021-05-04. Ballotpedia. en.