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Herron Gaston
Profile
Herron Gaston is an American politician, academic, and pastor currently serving as a member of the Connecticut State Senate, representing the 23rd district which includes parts of Bridgeport and Stratford. First elected in 2022, he holds the position of Deputy President Pro Tempore and chairs the Public Safety Committee. Beyond his legislative work, Gaston serves as Vice President and Chief of Staff at the University of Bridgeport and has held administrative roles at Yale Divinity School. He is recognized for his advocacy in public safety and gun violence prevention.
Details
- Born
- June 11, 1994 · 32 years old
- Birth place
- , U.S.
- Education
- Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University ( BA ) Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University ( MPA ) Yale University ( MA ) Quinnipiac University ( JD ) Yale University ( M.Div ) Yale University ( STM ) Andover Newton Seminary at Yale ( D.Min )
- Career
- Pastor, academic, author, Assistant Chief Administrative Officer and Commissioner of the Civil Service Commission for the City of Bridgeport
