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Lamont Gains Praise From A Legend, John That Is Lamont Gains Praise From A Legend, John That Is
Lamont Gains Praise From A Legend, John That Is Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont is getting high marks from a songwriting Legend for restoring voting rights to thousands of former prison inmates. This week, Lamont signed a bill into law that will make voting access in Connecticut easier, as well as increasing opportunities for absentee voting and creating more secure in-person voting. The news drew the attention and praise of many, including 12-time Grammy winner John Legend, who took to social media to give the governor a pat on the back. “With @GovNedLamont’s signature Connecticut just restored voting rights to thousands of citizens who …

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by Zak Failla
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As Fears Mount, Elections Chief Says Voter Intimidation Can Lead To Jail As Fears Mount, Elections Chief Says Voter Intimidation Can Lead To Jail
As Fears Mount, Elections Chief Says Voter Intimidation Can Lead To Jail Addressing concerns about voter intimidation at the presidential polls in November, the Connecticut Secretary of State and Attorney General have issued statements reiterating the laws that protect voters. While no formal threat has been made against voters, rumors of an “army for Trump” showing up to the booths carrying weapons. “Every eligible voter in Connecticut must be able to exercise their fundamental right to vote,” said Secretary of State Denise Merrill. The Trump organization is literally calling for an “army” of poll watchers, but there has been no official directive from Trump …

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by Kristin Palpini
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Big Win In Bridgeport Makes Lamont Apparent Winner In CT Gubernatorial Race Big Win In Bridgeport Makes Lamont Apparent Winner In CT Gubernatorial Race
Big Win In Bridgeport Makes Lamont Apparent Winner In CT Gubernatorial Race This story has been updated. Greenwich Democrat Ned Lamont pulled off a win in the Connecticut gubernatorial race after being credited overnight with a 15,931 win in the state's largest city, Bridgeport. Lamont also won the state's third-largest city, Hartford, by 17,238 votes. Republican Bob Stefanowski conceded the race for governor about 9 a.m. on Wednesday after late returns from the state’s cities pushed Lamont to victory. “A few moments ago, I called Ned Lamont to concede the race for governor and congratulate him on a hard-fought victory,’’ Stefanowski said in a statement. "I wish …

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by Jon Craig
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Stratford's Hoydick Steps Down As State Rep To Focus On Mayor's Duties Stratford's Hoydick Steps Down As State Rep To Focus On Mayor's Duties
Stratford's Hoydick Steps Down As State Rep To Focus On Mayor's Duties STRATFORD, Conn. — Stratford Mayor Laura Hoydick has made good on a promise to resign her state representative post if she were elected to the town’s top spot. On Dec. 29, Hoydick, who represents the 120th House District, officially submitted her letter of resignation in person at the office of Secretary of State Denise Merrill. The resignation was effective Tuesday, Jan. 2 at 10 a.m. She has held the spot since a special election in March 2010. “It has been a great honor and pleasure to serve the people of the 120th District for the past seven years,” Hoydick said. “As I have pledged, I …

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by Meredith Guinness