Campaign Notebook: 3rd District Candidates' Facebook 'Likes' Disparity

Senate

Keeping government spending in check seems to be a goal of the candidates for Senate, but where they all find agreement is keeping the submarine base in Groton open. Despite the similar opinions, the Electric Boat base, which the federal government funnels billions of dollars into, is now a political issue. The Associated Press details a spat between Republicans Linda McMahon and Chris Shays regarding the base.

Fifth District

Chris Donovan (D): An opinion piece on CT.com says history is not in favor of Donovan. According to the author, state legislative leaders simply don’t do well when taking up national office.

Lisa Wilson-Foley (R): The candidate reportedly lost one of her campaign co-chairs, who left her camp to join Andrew Roraback, the party’s endorsed candidate.