Connecticut Gubernatorial Race Ends in Controversy

A controversy marks the final hours of the Connecticut gubernatorial race ahead of voting, as the state prepares for the ballot box. In Hartford, some voters have already cast their ballots by absence, while others are getting ready to vote tomorrow. Among the main concerns we hear are the economy and safety.

‘These inflation rates are straining and choking us all,’ said Rosalina Torres. The taxes and high costs of insurance concern Torres, who came today to vote along with her husband. ‘It is time for us who are homeowners to take action,’ she said.

But for other residents, the cost of housing and insecurity are also priorities. ‘The homes are too expensive, the rent is unbearable. All of that are things that need to be improved,’ said Cándida Lara.

After 14 days of early voting, the state secretary, Stephanie Thomas, assures that Connecticut is ready. But also warned those who still have their ballots by absence. She asked not to send them by mail and deliver them to the official boxes or the municipal offices before eight o’clock tomorrow.

But as the preparations for tomorrow are finished, a controversy has also marked the final stretch of the gubernatorial race. A video shows the governor Ned Lamont apparently waving off the camera of a reporter who asked him about a campaign collaborator, after this, the governor gave explanations.

‘I think Ryan is getting desperate. Maybe someone went to an event and tried to cause trouble,’ said Lamont.

Lamont suggested that someone may have gone to provoke him, but his republican rival, Ryan Fazio, rejected the suggestion.

Fazio described the suggestion as shameful and denied being involved.

Meanwhile, some voters describe an uncertain political atmosphere.

Tomorrow, Tuesday, from 6 in the morning to 8 in the evening, the voters will have the final word in the ballot boxes.