Jonathan Pelto, M.A.
Adjunct Instructor at the University of Florida
Jonathan Pelto, M.A.
Adjunct Instructor at the University of Florida
Jonathan Pelto is an adjunct instructor focusing on American Government, politics, and strategic communication.
Following a decade as a member of the Connecticut House of Representatives, where he held the position of Deputy Majority Leader and Chair of the House Screening (Rules) Committee, Pelto formed Connecticut’s first issue advocacy firm, providing a wide range of communication services, including polling and message development, earned media, television and radio ads, direct mail, and a variety of tactics aimed at educating, persuading, and mobilizing targeted audiences.
Over his professional career, he has served as a communication strategist, investigative journalist, political researcher, and public education advocate.
Pelto has managed or held senior campaign positions with candidates at the national, state, and local level, including running three gubernatorial campaigns in Connecticut. He also served as the Connecticut Democratic Party’s Political Director for six years.
Pelto holds a master’s degree in Strategic Communications from George Washington University.
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