Connecticut is gearing up for its primary election on Aug. 13, where candidates will compete for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and General Assembly seats. With the state now offering early voting, residents can cast their ballots in-person starting Monday. Winners of the upcoming primaries will advance to the general election on Nov. 5.
Republican voters will decide on candidates to challenge Sen. Chris Murphy and Rep. Jim Himes, among other races. A four-way competition is also expected to replace Sen. Marilyn Moore. Early voting runs through Aug. 11, with extended hours on Tuesday and Thursday.
For first-time voters, the deadline to register is noon on the business day before their desired voting day. Unaffiliated voters must enroll in a political party before Aug. 12 to vote in the primary.
The full list of candidates includes contenders for U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and multiple Senate and House District seats. Unaffiliated voters and residents looking to update their party affiliation can contact their town’s registrar of voters.
Connecticut does not allow same-day voter registration for primary elections, and only registered Democrats and Republicans can vote in their party’s primaries. The Secretary of State’s office will release early voting locations soon.
With a diverse range of races and candidates, Connecticut’s primary election on Aug. 13 promises to be a critical event for determining the state’s political landscape leading up to the general election in November.
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