What to know about the US primaries in Connecticut, Vermont, and Alabama
Summary
Several states—including Connecticut, Vermont, and Alabama—are holding primary elections to choose candidates for November’s U.S. midterm elections. Voters will select nominees for governor, congressional seats, and other state offices in these primaries.Key Facts
- Connecticut and Vermont are voting on primaries for governor and congressional representatives.
- Alabama is holding special primaries in four congressional districts because of a new map that removes one majority-Black district.
- In Connecticut, Governor Ned Lamont seeks a third term against challenger Josh Elliott, a progressive Democrat.
- Connecticut Democrats face many primary challenges this year, with thirteen contested races statewide.
- Vermont voters will pick a Democratic candidate to run against Republican Governor Phil Scott, who is seeking another term.
- Vermont’s primaries also include contests for lieutenant governor, state auditor, and the only U.S. House seat.
- Polls in these states open and close at different times, with early openings in Vermont and Connecticut and Alabama’s times not fully listed.
- Incumbent candidates generally have advantages, such as Lamont’s lead in Connecticut and Scott’s long tenure in Vermont.
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