Making vaccines a late campaign issue, the Republican nominee challenged the governor to pledge not to require COVID vaccinations for children to attend school.
2022 Election
Catch up on The Connecticut Mirror’s coverage of 2022 elections, from the nominating conventions in May to the general election in November.
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Jahana Hayes, George Logan differ on abortion laws in debate
In Tuesday’s debate, CT’s 5th district congressional candidates disagreed on whether Congress should pass laws restoring abortion rights.
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Thomas, Rapini talk laws, integrity in CT Secretary of State debate
The debate offered a clear picture of Thomas’ and Rapini’s beliefs on early voting, absentee ballots, voter identification laws and more.
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CT state representative’s abortion vote subject of controversial text
CT Democrats’ text: GOP rep who opposed ‘safe harbor’ bill helped ‘prosecute women … for having an abortion.’ Some Democrats opposed it too.
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Jahana Hayes tops George Logan in CT 5th District race fundraising
The biggest spenders in CT’s most competitive congressional race are outside groups supporting both candidates. See how much they’ve given.
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Blumenthal ups CT Senate race spending as Levy preps for Trump fundraiser
Blumenthal has a money lead in the final weeks of CT’s U.S. Senate race, but a Levy super PAC raised large sums over the past three months.
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Lamont, Stefanowski joust over the Republican’s work for Saudis
Gov. Ned Lamont said Bob Stefanowski’s work for the Saudis calls into question his opponent’s fitness and independence.
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Stefanowski confirms consulting for Saudi crown prince’s project
Republican Bob Stefanowski confirmed working for a company founded by the Saudi prince blamed for the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
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Lamont, Stefanowski on pace to double spending in rematch
Gov. Ned Lamont and Republican Bob Stefanowski have spent twice as much money on their 2022 rematch as they did at this point in 2018.
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Who is Ned Lamont? CT’s Democratic governor seeks a second term
Ned Lamont, the governor of Connecticut, is campaigning on his record of managing CT’s budget and reducing debt. Here’s what you need to know.
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Who is Bob Stefanowski? CT’s Republican candidate for governor hopes to win rematch with Lamont
Bob Stefanowski, Connecticut’s Republican nominee for governor, hopes to win a rematch against Gov. Ned Lamont. Here’s what you need to know.
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Who is Rob Hotaling? CT governor’s race includes newcomer on Independent Party line
Rob Hotaling, a banking executive and political newcomer, is the CT Independent Party’s nominee for governor. Here’s what you need to know.
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Health care in CT: Where gubernatorial candidates stand on issues
CT gubernatorial candidates Ned Lamont, Bob Stefanowski and Rob Hotaling answer a number of CT Mirror questions about health care policy.
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Lamont, Stefanowski begin final 30-day sprint to Election Day
CT Gov. Ned Lamont is making his closing arguments for another term in office. Bob Stefanowski says the next 30 days are a ‘job interview.’
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Kamala Harris visits CT ahead of key race in 5th District
Vice President Kamala Harris’ trip to discuss abortion rights highlights the significance of Rep. Jahana Hayes’ race against George Logan.