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Union benefits package looms large over CT campaigns
The contract guaranteeing pensions and other benefits to CT state employees expires June 30, but few candidates are discussing its renewal.
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Radio talk host Lee Elci’s challenge of Martha Marx is complicated
Conservative talk radio host Lee Elci was nominated to run for CT Senate against Sen. Martha Marx. But Marx wants equal time on the air.
CT’s GOP says it can win the 5th Congressional District race
Republican Chris Shea said he sees an opening with unaffiliated voters which could help him defeat Democratic incumbent Rep. Jahana Hayes.
CT’s 1st Congressional District candidates share housing affordability plans
Democrat Luke Bronin and Republican Dr. Amy Chai are running to represent Hartford, Litchfield, Middlesex Counties. They have plans to address housing.
CT worker unions to test gubernatorial contenders on key issues
Union leaders are making an early push to frame negotiations over CT state employee retirement benefits with Gov. Ned Lamont and Ryan Fazio.
Larson lost to a younger challenger. Could Blumenthal face a similar test?
After U.S. Rep. John Larson was soundly defeated by the younger Luke Bronin, CT’s aging members of Congress face similar questions.
Which CT towns had the highest voter turnout for the primaries?
About 23% of CT’s registered Democrats voted in Tuesday’s primaries, less than in the 2018 primary, according to the Secretary of the State.
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