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Connecticut Democratic Governor nominee?
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AUG 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleGovernor
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyModerate Democrat
Age72 years old (Jan 3, 1954)
GenderMale
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LocationConnecticut
BackgroundPolitician
EducationHarvard University (BA)
Notable personal detailsEdward Miner Lamont Jr. is an American politician and businessman serving as the 89th governor of Connecticut. He was first sworn in on January 9, 2019, and began his second term on January 4, 2023. He previously served as a Greenwich selectman and was the Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate in Connecticut in 2006.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Ned Lamont’s fiscal proposals mix targeted tax relief for households and small businesses with several corporate tax changes that in some years raise revenue. His budgets have included refundable rebates and cuts or credits for individuals and pass-throughs while also extending or adding surcharges and closing corporate tax provisions to raise revenue for the state. Overall his actions show a pragmatic, case-by-case approach rather than a consistent push toward large statewide tax increases or broad tax-cutting across the board.
Healthcare
Supports expanding access to affordable health coverage through strengthening the Affordable Care Act, state-level Medicaid investment and subsidies, and creation of a state-designed public option; pursues state actions to shore up Medicaid and increase reimbursements for community health centers. Focuses on incremental, government-backed programs rather than single-payer approaches.
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Immigration & Border
The candidate supports welcoming refugees and protections for immigrants in state contexts (e.g., protecting students and continuing refugee resettlement) while also calling for stronger border security and saying Connecticut could send the National Guard to assist at the U.S.–Mexico border. Statements and state guidance show both pro-immigrant policies at the state level and support for increased federal border enforcement.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Supports and has taken executive action to protect and expand access to abortion and reproductive health care in Connecticut, including signing laws to shield providers and patients and creating state resources to assist those seeking abortion services.
Climate & Energy
Supports aggressive state-level decarbonization of the electric grid (codified a 2040 zero‑carbon target) and advances clean‑energy programs and investments such as heat‑pump adoption, renewable energy expansion, and federal climate grants. Pursues emissions‑reduction initiatives and clean‑energy workforce and equity measures while continuing to manage transitions from existing fossil‑fuel infrastructure.
Public Safety & Guns
Supports strengthening Connecticut’s gun laws, including closing loopholes in the assault-weapons ban (ending grandfathering), expanding red-flag provisions, restricting ghost guns, limiting handgun purchases, and banning open carry in most public places.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Ned Lamont is in the news for advancing his bid for a third term in Connecticut, after state Democrats endorsed him at the party convention while challenger Josh Elliott also qualified for the August primary ballot. He has also been pushing a series of policy moves, including a bill to ban easily convertible pistols, a new education funding commission, and a small-business health insurance tax credit proposal. In addition, his administration reached tentative wage deals with more than 20 state employee bargaining units, though the contracts still need legislative approval.
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Articles
HCHartford Courant2 months ago
CT Dems split on next governor at convention, Lamont will face Elliott in August primary battle
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HCHartford Courant3 months ago
‘Glock switch’ bill is driving up gun sales in CT, dealers say
Neutral
HCHartford Courant3 months ago
Pressed for immediate aid, Lamont launches study on education
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HCHartford Courant3 months ago
Lamont pushes health insurance tax credits for CT small businesses
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Polls
Connecticut Democratic Governor nominee?
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Endorsements
Connecticut Democratic Governor nominee?
Endorsers of Ned Lamont for Connecticut Democratic Governor nominee?
Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut
Elected official
Planned Parenthood Votes! Connecticut endorsed Ned Lamont for governor.
Connecticut Hispanic Democratic Caucus
Elected official
The Connecticut Hispanic Democratic Caucus endorsed Ned Lamont for governor.
Connecticut AFL-CIO
Elected official
The Connecticut AFL-CIO endorsed Ned Lamont for governor in the Democratic primary.
Connecticut Democratic Party
Elected official
The Connecticut Democratic Party endorsed Ned Lamont for governor.
Connecticut Teamsters Unions
Elected official
Connecticut Teamsters Unions endorsed Ned Lamont for governor.
Rev. Al Sharpton
Elected official
Rev. Al Sharpton endorsed Ned Lamont for a third term as governor.
Richard Blumenthal
Elected official
U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal endorsed Ned Lamont for reelection.
Connecticut U.S. House Democratic delegation
Elected official
All five Connecticut Democratic U.S. House members endorsed Ned Lamont for governor.
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