Politics & Government
McMahon Tags Shays as 'Career Politician'
News and updates on Connecticut's Senate and Third District races.
Senate
Chris Murphy (D): The Day endorsed Congressman Murphy in the Democratic primary because "Mr. Murphy is the better politician. He is more affable, able to make his point in a debate or discussion without coming across as strident, quick to introduce personal anecdotes to make confusing, multifarious policy more understandable. These skills count in an election."
Linda McMahon (R) released a new ad attacking Republican rival Christopher Shays, reports the Norwalk Citizen. It says Shays is a "career politician" and promotes herself as a job creator.
3rd District
Rosa DeLauro (D): DeLauro, along with Representative George Miller, submitted an op-ed to Politico emphasizing the importance of food stamps and other legislation that provides aid for Americans struggling to afford food.
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Wayne Winsley (R): that he will be holding an open Candidate's forum on Thursday, August 9, at 7 p.m. at the New Haven Senior Center.
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