Connecticrats: The CT Dems Podcast

Latest Episodes:

#22: Erick Russell and Tim Gavin Sep 28, 2022

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Let's talk money! Treasurer candidate Erick Russell joins to discuss the state of the state's finances, the role of the Treasurer, and another way the state can expand access to abortion. Plus, CT Senate candidate and veteran Tim Gavin on what drew him to public service, what he's learned from both his military and civilian careers, and how to put it all to use to be a better representative for people in the 28th district.

#21: Jim Himes and Trevor Crow Sep 21, 2022

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Do other politics podcasts talk about UFOs and competitive figure skating? Well, ours does! Rep. Jim Himes joins us to talk about Democratic accomplishments like the Inflation Reduction and CHIPS Acts, the nature of hearings and debates in the House (even when they're about UFOs), and the best way to spend a day in Fairfield County. And CT Senate candidate Trevor Crow (whose TikTok you need to go see ⛸️) on defending and expanding abortion rights, economic growth, and running in a swing district.

#20: Stephanie Thomas and Dominique Johnson Sep 14, 2022

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All eyes are on Secretary of the State races around the country, and CT is no exception. Stephanie Thomas talks with Jesse about her race for that critical office, and State Rep. candidate Dominque Johnson joins David at a festival in the district to talk about what it means to be a true representative.

#19: Ned Lamont and Rebecca Hyland Sep 08, 2022

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Ned Lamont believes in Connecticut, and it comes through loud and clear. He chats with us about what it takes to keep our schools, our workforce, and our state's appeal to families among the best in the nation. And Rebecca Hyland, candidate for the 90th district in the state House, joins to talk about her desire to represent all of Wallingford and Middlefield and what you can learn about constituents one door-knock at a time.

#18 Susan Bysiewicz and Kevin Brown Sep 02, 2022

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Nobody knows CT as well as Susan Bysiewicz. The Lt. Governor joins us to discuss the remarkable difference four years makes: detailing the Lamont-Bysiewicz record of accomplishment, helping Connecticut families under pressure from the pandemic and rising costs, defending abortion rights, and learning a thing or two from all those conversations at the doors. Also, Kevin Brown talks about his plans for representing the people of Vernon in the CT House and the power of listening.