Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast

As Republicans at the top of the ticket run on lies about Springfield, and CT Republicans run away from the truth about January 6th, Democrats push back. Plus, we chat with CT Senate candidate Nick Simmons about how his experience led him to run and how he's addressing concerns of voters in SW Connecticut.

Kamala Harris' debate performance was a home run, touchdown, gooooooaaaaal, and knockout all at once. We talk about the scene from CT viewing parties, the uptick in voter registration numbers, and the endorsement from one Taylor Swift. We also chat with Rob Blanchard, who took a short break from knocking doors on the 28th District to tell us what's on voters' minds and what it's like to be the candidate in a very close race.

We recap CT's experience and reminisce about the Democratic Convention in Chicago. Delegates and Committee members Gemeem Davis, Meaghan Kehoe, Josh Elliott, and Grace Carlos join for a roundtable wrap-up. We also discuss CT races on the ballot (and RFK Jr. for some reason).

With the VP candidate named, the convention on the horizon, and the enthusiasm through the roof, we are feeling the energy of campaign 2024! Lt Gov Susan Bysiewicz joins to talk about this political moment and another inspiring election 50 years ago – when CT elected the first woman Governor in US history.

Suddenly, it's a whole new campaign! We discuss the new energy and enthusiasm, the weirdness on the the other side, and recap the CT Women for Harris event. State Senate candidate Brandi Mandato chats with with Bridget Tulikangas about the intersection of policy and politics, her history of service, and the sense of community in the 34th senate district.

We take a look at the debate last week and its potential effect on the race. We hear from Tom Gardner, poll aggregator at borntorunthenumbers.com, for some insight, and talk about how you can get involved next week to help at all levels. Don't panic. Organize.

This week, the panel considers the effect of the many, many guilty verdicts handed to the CT Republicans' favorite candidate in a New York courtroom. Plus, we chat with Aaron Zimmer, candidate for the CT State Legislature and host of the podcast The 107 (which you should listen to next!)

Newly-elected Danbury Mayor Roberto Alves joins us to reflect on his first few months leading the Hat City and the challenges mayors face. Plus, the panel looks at close elections and the big difference a few votes can make.

This week, we take a look at the results of our Presidential Primary, look back on some predictions from last September about the GOP field, and hear from Treasurer Erick Russell about Connecticut's progress and financial health, baby bonds, and his first year in office.

CT votes EARLY for the Presidential Primary and we're back with all the info on that, a few bills before the state legislature, and an in-depth talk with Rep. Christine Palm about the Climate Protection Act.