Peter Lumaj, Fairfield attorney, GOP strategist, former Albanian political refugee, and 2026 Conservative candidate for Connecticut Secretary of State, joins The Steve Gruber Show to share his remarkable story. Lumaj opens up about escaping communist Albania, the struggles that shaped his worldview, and how those experiences fuel his passion for defending freedom today. He also discusses his candidacy, why he believes protecting elections and civic integrity matters more than ever, and the dangers of authoritarian ideologies. From personal triumph to the fight for liberty, Lumaj’s journey is both inspiring and a warning about the stakes in preserving freedom in America.