2022 Connecticut Governor Election
News coverage of the Connecticut Governor election. See the race between Bob Stefanowski, and Ned Lamont. See their news, bias in the media coverage and more in our Connecticut election page. See other states and more information on our 2022 U.S. Governor page.
Top Connecticut Candidates
Republican CandidatePercentage of News: 2%
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Center: 68%
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Democrat CandidatePercentage of News: 98%
News Diet Breakdown
Left: 37%
Center: 60%
Coverage Breakdown
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Bob Stefanowski
Ned Lamont
Top 2022 Connecticut Governor Election News
Latest 2022 Connecticut Governor Election News
Ned Lamont · ManchesterBipartisan deal extends for 10 years a package of budget controls that have helped generate $9 billion in surpluses since 2017. But the plan will not immediately redirect that savings to bolster education aid for cities and towns, as some legislators had hoped. Lawmakers plan to vote on the budget controls bill Thursday through an emergency certification.
Gov. Ned Lamont, lawmakers agree on deal to renew budget controls
Coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · ConnecticutCorporate sponsors for the event contributed $515,000 to cover costs, according to information provided by the governor's office. Under Connecticut's ethics rules, lobbyists and state contractors who are normally limited from giving gifts to public officials are free to give large amounts to support inaugural balls. The 2023 ball featured DJs and a band headlined by the actor Kevin Bacon.
Which CT companies gave to Ned Lamont's inaugural ball? Over $500K spent.
Coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · ConnecticutAs of Thursday, Dec. 8, 2022, it is legal for adults to possess and use marijuana in Missouri. That does not mean you can legally buy it just yet, or use it everywhere. Recreational marijuana is already legal in the state, and dispensaries can begin selling it on Jan. 10.
New Year, Fresh Start In Connecticut: Gov. Lamont Erases 43K Cannabis Convictions
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · ManchesterVirgilio Rosario, D-Bridgeport, was among several formerly incarcerated people, advocates and legislators who came together Wednesday to urge Gov. Ned Lamont to support the reallocation of funds. The push for more funding for reentry efforts comes less than a month after the state announced the closure of Willard. The Enfield prison joined Radgowski Correctional Center and Northern Correctional Institution on the list of state correctional facilities that have shuttered operations since 2021.
Gov. Ned Lamont urged by advocates to prioritize reentry
Coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · ConnecticutGov. Ned Lamont (D-Conn.) unveiled his second set of proposals to prevent gun violence on Thursday. The administration claims firearm manufacturers have skirted the law by modifying assault weapons that get around the ban. Opponents say a lot of the measures will not change what criminals do.
Connecticut Gov. Lamont unveils legislation aimed at preventing mass shootings
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · ConnecticutConnecticut Gov. Ned Lamont was sworn in for a second four-year term. The wealthy former cable entrepreneur, whose first term heavily focused on responding to COVID-19, urged lawmakers in an upbeat speech to work together in the coming months. Lamont described his proposed middle-class tax cut as a reduction in tax rates, which the state can afford and makes your life more affordable.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont sworn into office, seeks tax cut
100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Ned Lamont · HartfordConnecticut Gov. Ned Lamont delivers his biennial state budget address. Lamont's budget includes proposals regarding strengthening gun safety laws, lowering taxes, building affordable housing, and canceling medical debt. The General Assembly will work to develop the official budget, which is due in a few months.
Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont unveils $50.5 billion two-year budget
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Ned Lamont · MongoliaConnecticut Gov. Ned Lamont signed a $24.2 billion budget for the fiscal year that begins July 1. Gov. John G. Rowland, a Republican, lowered the income tax rate from 4.5% to 3% in 1994. Lamont's tally tops $700 million when considering a $40 million business tax rebate program.
Best of 2022: Did Ned Lamont offer the largest tax cut in CT history?
100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Ned Lamont · StamfordGobernador firma orden ejecutiva que da luz verde a panel de cuidado infantil
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Media Bias Breakdown
How is the media covering 2022 Connecticut Governor Election?2022 Connecticut Governor Election often is covered by Center Media sources.
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Center: 57%
