Introducing Beth Cliff, Democratic Candidate for CT House District - 112

Beth Cliff is excited to be the Democratic candidate to represent CT House District 112 that includes all of Monroe, nearly half of Easton and a part of Trumbull.

Beth was raised in farm country in northern Connecticut and understands small town values and community life. She also knows that towns need both active and passionate representation at the state level to preserve their special ambiance. As a working mother, she understands the pressures on women to succeed while providing loving care for their children and managing the household. And as someone who has spent most of her professional life in the business world – as a salesperson, manager, and consultant – she knows how to analyze business situations and bring solutions forward that are workable and achieve results.

Beth has come out of retirement because she believes the district – and the country – need to have all voices heard, regularly, as important decisions are being discussed, debated and voted on. She knows that being part of the majority party in Hartford will help in that process. She also recognizes that it’s time that women have an equal voice when governing decisions are made, especially those that affect women’s lives in the privacy of their homes, in their workplaces, and in their communities.

Beth was raised in farm country in northern Connecticut and understands small town values and community life. She also knows that towns need both active and passionate representation at the state level to preserve their special ambiance. As a working mother, she understands the pressures on women to succeed while providing loving care for their children and managing the household. And as someone who has spent most of her professional life in the business world – as a salesperson, manager, and consultant – she knows how to analyze business situations and bring solutions forward that are workable and achieve results.

Beth has come out of retirement because she believes the district – and the country – need to have all voices heard, regularly, as important decisions are being discussed, debated and voted on. She knows that being part of the majority party in Hartford will help in that process. She also recognizes that it’s time that women have an equal voice when governing decisions are made, especially those that affect women’s lives in the privacy of their homes, in their workplaces, and in their communities.

Management experience and expertise brings capability to serve. Beth brings to her candidacy over 30 years of management and leadership experience in American corporations, at universities of international standing, and in boutique consulting firms serving Fortune Global 100 companies. Her roles have included work in marketing, sales, operations, and HR – always jobs involving serving people by understanding their needs and concerns and figuring out ways to address them. Among her most successful projects have been start-ups and creating new approaches for her teams to deliver outstanding results.
Beth Cliff - photo credit Rob Zuckerman
Beth is a graduate of Princeton University and has an MBA from the University of Virginia. Between her education and her work experience, she is ready to take on challenges and collaborate with citizens and colleagues in the Statehouse to make a difference. A Division 1 college varsity athlete in women’s lacrosse, and a 12-letter high school athlete (field hockey, basketball, tennis and lacrosse), Beth knows what it takes to win and how to get things done, whatever the circumstances facing her and the team.
Beth Cliff 112 Created Equal May 24
Women need an active voice. Prior to their early retirements, Beth and her husband Gordon were both working demanding jobs. While doing so, they raised two daughters, now 24 and 26, who grew up in the public school system and enjoyed a full life of community and school-sponsored programs. Beth understands firsthand the relentless and conflicting demands of parenthood, family, household management and a full-time career. She feels strongly these demands need active representation at the Statehouse. Women need to speak up for women and the challenges they face on the job, at the supermarket, at home, in the doctor’s office.
Beth Cliff - photo credit Rob Zuckerman
Management experience and expertise brings capability to serve. Beth brings to her candidacy over 30 years of management and leadership experience in American corporations, at universities of international standing, and in boutique consulting firms serving Fortune Global 100 companies. Her roles have included work in marketing, sales, operations, and HR – always jobs involving serving people by understanding their needs and concerns and figuring out ways to address them. Among her most successful projects have been start-ups and creating new approaches for her teams to deliver outstanding results. Beth is a graduate of Princeton University and has an MBA from the University of Virginia. Between her education and her work experience, she is ready to take on challenges and collaborate with citizens and colleagues in the Statehouse to make a difference. A Division 1 college varsity athlete in women’s lacrosse, and a 12-letter high school athlete (field hockey, basketball, tennis and lacrosse), Beth knows what it takes to win and how to get things done, whatever the circumstances facing her and the team.
Beth Cliff 112 Created Equal May 24
Beth Cliff 112 Created Equal May 24
Women need an active voice. Prior to their early retirements, Beth and her husband Gordon were both working demanding jobs. While doing so, they raised two daughters, now 24 and 26, who grew up in the public school system and enjoyed a full life of community and school-sponsored programs. Beth understands firsthand the relentless and conflicting demands of parenthood, family, household management and a full-time career. She feels strongly these demands need active representation at the Statehouse. Women need to speak up for women and the challenges they face on the job, at the supermarket, at home, in the doctor’s office.
Volunteer work is a path for community engagement. Beth has always maintained that it is our obligation as citizens to participate in the democratic process and to volunteer in activities that are consistent with our values. A lifelong supporter of the underserved, she has been active with Planned Parenthood and speaks out to support and raise money for reproductive justice causes. She is the Board President and active volunteer at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport, a faith community with members from all over lower Fairfield county.
Left to Right Kelly Byrne Skarupa, Janelle Krizek, Beth Cliffand Patti Romaniello. Friends of the Library -- volunteers sorting books for the Annual Book Sale last fall.
Left to Right Kelly Byrne Skarupa, Janelle Krizek, Beth Cliff and Patti Romaniello. Friends of the Library -- volunteers sorting books for the Annual Book Sale last fall.
Left to Right Kelly Byrne Skarupa, Janelle Krizek, Beth Cliffand Patti Romaniello. Friends of the Library -- volunteers sorting books for the Annual Book Sale last fall.
Left to Right Kelly Byrne Skarupa, Janelle Krizek, Beth Cliffand Patti Romaniello. Friends of the Library -- volunteers sorting books for the Annual Book Sale last fall.
Volunteer work is a path for community engagement. Beth has always maintained that it is our obligation as citizens to participate in the democratic process and to volunteer in activities that are consistent with our values. A lifelong supporter of the underserved, she has been active with Planned Parenthood and speaks out to support and raise money for reproductive justice causes. She is the Board President and active volunteer at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation in Westport, a faith community with members from all over lower Fairfield county.
Two years after moving to Easton, Beth revitalized the Friends of the Easton Library, serving as its President for three years and leading the group as it raised thousands of dollars each year to enhance library services. She sings alto with the UU Westport choir, the Easton seniors, and a senior group from Sacred Heart University. She is head of publicity for the Easton Garden Club, a group of local gardeners that work to protect the environment and improve the quality of life in Easton.

Now is the time. “I can’t sit on the sidelines any longer.” Beth is in this race because she sees that the people in her District are not being represented as well as they could be. In addition, she sees that the national political scene requires states like Connecticut to stand firm on the principles of democracy – including separation of church and state, the three distinct branches of government, honoring the will of the people and the rule of law – including people’s right to have control over their own bodies, especially their reproductive freedom. The issues affecting the underrepresented and overlooked need to be brought forward. And whatever happens at the Presidential level in November, Connecticut needs to stand firm against a potential onslaught of national and presidential overreach. This is critical to preserving the American principles and values that were originally mapped out in the late 1700s. This is what we are fighting for.

Now is the time. “I can’t sit on the sidelines any longer.” Beth is in this race because she sees that the people in her District are not being represented as well as they could be. In addition, she sees that the national political scene requires states like Connecticut to stand firm on the principles of democracy – including separation of church and state, the three distinct branches of government, honoring the will of the people and the rule of law – including people’s right to have control over their own bodies, especially their reproductive freedom. The issues affecting the underrepresented and overlooked need to be brought forward. And whatever happens at the Presidential level in November, Connecticut needs to stand firm against a potential onslaught of national and presidential overreach. This is critical to preserving the American principles and values that were originally mapped out in the late 1700s. This is what we are fighting for.

As Beth says: “I have the passion, the commitment, and the skills to serve Connecticut to protect who we are, and I can’t sit on the sidelines anymore. I am fortunate to have the ability to serve, and I want to. If there ever were a time to DO and not just TALK, it is now. My daughters’ futures – and those of all our children – depend on it.

“I look forward to serving the people of Monroe, Easton and Trumbull. I will be spending time with the voters and learning more about their challenges and concerns so I can bring back the results that matter.”