Republican David Stemerman bypassed the party convention in favor of petitioning onto the August 14 primary ballot for governor. His campaign on Monday announced it
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Ganim Leads Candidate Petition Hunt For Governor Primary, Bathroom Brawl With Ned-heads Continues
Tuesday is the deadline for all petitioning candidates for state office to submit signatures to the respective local registrar offices. The magic number for Democratic
Read moreFirebrand Politics–Meet Steve Obsitnik, GOP Candidate For Governor
Naval veteran and entrepreneur Steve Obsitnik surprised political observers when he receive enough delegate support at the Republican convention to qualify for an August gubernatorial
Read moreThe Royal Flush Of Campaign Messaging: Toilets
Joe Ganim pulling Ned Lamont’s chain about his wealth has forged a campaign swirl over the number of toilets in a candidate’s residence. This must
Read moreGanim, Petitioning Candidate, Shut Out Of Forum For Governor
If you have a place on the ballot, you’re invited to the forum, if not you can be a spectator. Mayor Joe Ganim, who says
Read moreWill Herbst Campaign Strategy Be On The Mark Against Boughton?
With deep roots in Bridgeport and eight years as first selectman of Trumbull, Tim Herbst carved out a futuristic profile as a fresh-faced outsider who
Read moreKos: Connecticut’s Political Environment For Guber Dem Sucky, Malloy’s Baggage
The Daily Kos political analysis site has released its first gubernatorial race ratings for 2018 calling Connecticut’s open seat for governor a toss-up. Governor Dan
Read moreLamont Wants To Avoid Campaign Mosh Pit With Ganim
The Democratic convention is over; Ned Lamont is the endorsed candidate for governor. Now what? Mayor Joe Ganim’s petition drive continues in his quest to
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