Ned Lamont is an American politician and businessman who has served as the Governor of Connecticut since January 2019. He is a member of the Democratic Party and previously ran for the U.S. Senate in 2006, where he gained national attention for his anti-Iraq War stance. Before entering politics, Lamont founded a telecommunications company and was involved in various business ventures. He graduated from Harvard University and earned an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. His administration focuses on issues such as economic development, education, and healthcare.