2022 Connecticut Governor Election
News coverage of the Connecticut Governor election. See the race between Ned Lamont, and Bob Stefanowski. 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
Democrat CandidatePercentage of News: 65%
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Left: 74%
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Republican CandidatePercentage of News: 35%
News Diet Breakdown
Left: 52%
Center: 43%
Coverage Breakdown
Coverage Breakdown is based on the number of articles published per candidate.
Ned Lamont
Bob Stefanowski
Top 2022 Connecticut Governor Election News
Ned LamontGovernor Ned Lamont directed the U.S. and state flags in Connecticut lowered to half staff on Monday, to honor Sandy Hook Fire Chief William Halstead. Halstead passed away late on Friday night in his home, after responding to one last call. Officials said that flags should be lowered immediately and remain down until sunset on the day of Halstead's burial.See the Story
Flags to be Lowered to Half-Staff in Honor of Sandy Hook Fire Chief
60% Center coverage: 5 sources
Bob StefanowskiBob Stefanowski made the announcement through a news release. Stefanowski secured the Republican nomination earlier this month. He said he is vaccinated, boosted, and feeling fine so far. He will continue to follow all CDC protocols, Stefanowski said in a statement. The Republican candidate for governor of Connecticut is Bob Stefanowski.See the Story
Gubernatorial Candidate Bob Stefanowski Tests Positive for COVID-19
72% Center coverage: 7 sources
Taxes · ConnecticutThe rebate provides taxpayers with a state tax rebate of up to $250 per child for a maximum of three children. Any Connecticut resident who claimed at least one dependent child 18 years old or younger on their 2021 federal income tax return may be eligible. The period to apply began on Wednesday, June 1 and ends on July 31.See the Story
Applications Open for Conn. Child Tax Credit
100% Center coverage: 3 sources
Latest 2022 Connecticut Governor Election News
Bob Stefanowski · Las VegasConnecticut Gov. Ned Lamont and his Republican challenger, Bob Stefanowski, clashed last year over the tabled Transportation and Climate Initiative. The extent of their differences on climate change is only now being explored. As Lamont aggressively promotes his record, Stefanowski is non-committal regarding his support for clean-energy goals set by the governor.See the Story
Connecticut Gov. Lamont holds 13-point lead over potential rival
67% Center coverage: 3 sources
Ned LamontThe deadline is July 31, 2022 to apply for a rebate of up to $250 per child for a maximum of three children. To apply, families can visit portal.ct.gov/DRS and click the icon that says 2022 CT Child Tax Rebate. Gov. Ned Lamont held a news conference on July 26 in Waterbury to urge families to apply.See the Story
Deadline to apply for CT’s Child Tax Rebate is approaching
Coverage: 2 sources
Bob Stefanowski · United StatesBob Stefanowski, the presumptive Republican candidate for Connecticut governor, has tested positive for the coronavirus. The virus has come roaring back in Connecticut this spring, making the state one of the nation's hotspots for infections. Mr. Stefanowski is seeking to avenge his 2018 election loss to Ned Lamont, a Democrat.See the Story
The likely G.O.P. candidate for Connecticut governor tests positive a day after an anti-mask picnic.
100% Left coverage: 1 sources
Ned Lamont · ConnecticutInfection Protection Act no longer exists de facto. But politicians must do more, at least for long-term patientsSee the Story
The federal government neglects long Covid
Software · ConnecticutConnecticut tapped the University of Connecticut to develop the software for the network known as Connie. UConn AIMS is out of business, 20 people are out of jobs and the system developed for Connie at the cost of about $20 million has been discarded and dismantled. The effort to create a Connecticut health information network has a long and chekered history.See the Story
After spending $20M, CT nixed plan to develop health network computer software. What happened?
100% Center coverage: 2 sources
Leora LevyBob Stefanowski received an endorsement from Donald Trump in 2018, but doesn’t plan to...See the Story
Leora Levy embraced Donald Trump. Bob Stefanowski is distancing himself. How will the Republicans campaign together this fall?
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
Ned LamontNational Farmers Market Week, which runs this year from August 7 to 13, is an annual celebration that highlights the vital role farmers markets play in the nation's food system. Governor Lamont and the state legislature approved several changes to the state's food assistance programs with the goal of ensuring that households of all income levels have access to nutritious, fresh, locally grown food.See the Story
Connecticut – Expansion of Food Assistance Programs
Ned LamontDr. Stephen M. Coan became president and CEO of Sea Research Foundation in 2006. He joined the organization in 2001, first as an officer and then in 2004 as chief operating officer. He has also been immensely dedicated to the growth of the Southeastern Connecticut region, including as board chair of the Chamber of Commerce of Eastern Connecticut.See the Story
Connecticut Governor on Retirement of Stephen Coan
Bob Stefanowski · StamfordPatrick Sasser is a Stamford firefighter and organizer of a successful campaign against highway tolls. Sasser assumed the role of campaign manager on Aug 1, taking over for Dan Carter, a former state representative who has taken a job with Connecticut's Republican party. The new role puts Sasser in a familiar position as a political opponent of Gov. Ned Lamont.See the Story
‘No Tolls’ Co-Founder Teams Up With Stefanowski
100% Center coverage: 1 sources
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: 35%
