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2020 Election
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All five of CT’s congressional incumbents are reelected
As expected, there were no upsets of Connecticut’s incumbent members of Congress this year.
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Helped by Trump, Democrats gain in CT General Assembly
Donald Trump’s unpopularity in Connecticut appeared to help Democrats increase majorities in the General Assembly.
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Across Connecticut, no problems at the polls
Long lines reported early; absentee ballots contribute to heavy turnout
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COVID put this CT voter in the hospital. Still, he voted.
Bob Martin was desperate to vote, perhaps for the last time.
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How to vote — in-person or absentee — on election day
It’s not too late to vote today, even if you’re not registered or moved and forgot to register at your new address. But you might have to show up earlier than registered voters to actually cast a ballot.
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Platoons of lawyers, some from CT, ready to litigate results
The legal fights over Tuesday’s election results could eclipse Bush v. Gore
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Law enforcement gears up for Election Day as advocates worry about police at the polls
Registrars of voters can request police protection if they anticipate trouble. But it’s uncommon for officials to request the help.
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With Supreme Court decision on ACA looming, Democrats make health care a focus on the campaign trail
Democrats have made health care a key issue, pointing to the pandemic and the fate of the federal health law.
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Jahana Hayes, David Sullivan running classic race for U.S. House in unusual times
With the pandemic upending traditional politics, Hayes is running on her record and Sullivan on the need for change.
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Risk and reward: Flying the Trump flag in Connecticut
Trump voters are passionate. So are Never Trumpers. Both groups are troublesome for GOP candidates.
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Not just Trump. Connecticut Republicans make suburban zoning an election issue.
The message: urban cities would take over housing development in suburban towns if Democrats are elected.
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‘Everything related to the environment is at stake’
As America heads into Election Day, environmentalists are warning that time for turning back climate change impacts is running short.
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Bolstered by the power of incumbency, CT Dems in Congress favored for re-election
All five Connecticut U.S. House lawmakers are favored to win re-election, although a couple are facing tougher competition than expected.