Democratic nominees for Governor and Lt. Governor Dan Malloy and Nancy Wyman receive their second endorsement Monday, this time from the Connecticut State Police Union.

In making their endorsement,. union leadership pointed to Malloy and Wyman's "years of experience and demonstrated commitment to working with local law enforcement."

"The truth is, Connecticut can only have safe communities if people have good jobs, fair wages and benefits that allow them to support their families," said Sgt. Andrew Matthews, Union president. "Dan Malloy and Nancy Wyman have a proven history of understanding that public safety is a priority for the people of Connecticut. You don't have to look any further than Stamford, where during his tenure Dan helped lower crime by 63 percent, making it one of the safest cities in the country."

"As a former prosecutor and mayor of a large city, I have a deep respect and appreciation for hte role of law enforcement," said Malloy. "In Stamford, so many things wouldn't have been possible if we didn't lower crime and make our city safe. I'm honored to have the support of the Connecticut State Police Union and look forward to partnering with them as Governor."

Malloy added that the work and value of Connecticut's State Police was especially evident now, as the state mourns the loss of Tfc. Kenneth Hall, recently killed in the line of duty.

The Connecticut State Police Union is the exclusive collective bargining representative for Connecticut's State Troopers and Sergeants.

Dan Malloy and Nancy Wyman, the Democratic Party's endorsed candidates for Governor and Lt. Governor, today released their formal plans for their environment.

Malloy and Wyman's plan focuses on protecting our water, specifically Long Island Sound; lowering air pollution by investing in energy efficient technology and public transportation; and a renewed approach to land use that preserves open space and redevelops brownfield sites throughout Connecticut.

"Clean air, safe water and healthy land -- these aren't just descriptors of a great place to live, they're the critical elements for building business and making Connecticut a desirable place to work and live," said Malloy. "As Governor, I will bring a new sensibility to preserving the environment - something I spent 14 years doing as Mayor of Stamford. Together, we can achieve cleaner water, cleaner air, a healthier community, and a higher quality of life."

Malloy stressed that the state must be strategic about how it invests in the economy. As one example, he said that he would not support putting windmills in Long Island Sound.

Wyman echoed Malloy's belief that environmental concerns and revitalizing the state's economy should go hand in hand.

"An updated environmental and energy plan is a vital piece of the infrastructure improvements Connecticut needs in order to start creating jobs and sustain those jobs for the long term," Wyman said. "It is time for an administration that is proactive about lowering costs for business and boosting our economy by making transportation and energy efficiency a priority on day one."

Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dan Malloy has chosen State Comptroller Nancy Wyman as his runningmate for lieutenant governor, according to THIS STORY in the Journal Inquirer of Manchester.