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Josh Elliott has forced a Democratic primary against Gov. Ned Lamont, turning the Connecticut governor race into a real contest. Lamont still has the convention edge and remains favored, but the nominee will be decided in the August primary. Elliott’s ballot access and public financing make his challenge more credible. Lamont still looks favored, but Elliott’s successful challenge adds some uncertainty and keeps the race open. The primary contest likely trims confidence in a smooth Lamont nomination.
Alternative to Lamont is a state representative urged by progressives to challenge one of most powerful people in state government
The primary, should Larson and Gilchrest decide to continue and Fortune qualify by collecting petition signatures, will be ugly.
“If I sound angry, I want you to know that I’m angry,” Elliott told Democrats in New Haven. "Great, I'm gonna get shit done. How’s that?” Lamont told reporters in reply.
Connecticut Democrats have endorsed Gov. Ned Lamont to run for an unprecedented third term as governor by a wide margin, as he easily fended off a potential primary challenge, punching his ticket for the general election in November.
We asked our three writers: Is Platner just what the Democratic Party needs right now to take back the Senate? Or is he a disaster-in-waiting for the party?
Graham Platner’s wife called the media disclosure that her husband had previously exchanged sexually explicit text messages with several women “shameful” over the weekend, the latest controversy to hit the Maine Democrat’s whirlwind Senate campaign. Platner, an oyster farmer and combat veteran, posted a video taken by his wife, Amy
Graham Platner’s wife has responded to reports about his alleged sexually explicit texts with several women.
Graham Platner’s wife has responded to reports about his alleged sexually explicit texts with several women.
After Erin Stewart's stunning departure Thursday from the governor's race, state Republicans and Democrats are looking ahead to the battle against Gov. Ned Lamont.
Teachers and nurses are eligible for enhanced workers’ comp benefits if they are assaulted. It ensures workers in the cannabis industry are paid the state minimum wage.
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Connecticut Democratic Party
Connecticut Democratic Party endorsed Ned Lamont for reelection as governor
Connecticut Democratic U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy
Connecticut Democratic U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Chris Murphy endorsed Ned Lamont for reelection
Connecticut Democratic U.S. House delegation
All five Connecticut Democratic U.S. House members endorsed Ned Lamont for a third term as governor
New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker
New Haven Mayor Justin Elicker endorsed Ned Lamont as he launched his reelection campaign
Newtown Democratic Women's Caucus
Newtown Democratic Women's Caucus endorsed Susan Bysiewicz for lieutenant governor.
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam
Hartford Mayor Arunan Arulampalam endorsed Luke Bronin for Connecticut's 1st Congressional District.
West Hartford town council members
West Hartford town council members endorsed Luke Bronin for Congress.
Connecticut Democratic Party
The Connecticut Democratic Party endorsed Luke Bronin for Congress in the CT-01 primary.
Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut
Uniformed Professional Firefighters Association of Connecticut endorsed Luke Bronin for Congress.
L. BroninLuke BroninSource: FEC
