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Campaign Notebook: PPP Poll Shows Murphy Leading Race

News and updates from the campaign trail in Connecticut.

Senate 

A survey conduced by Public Policy Polling shows Chris Murphy with a 48-42 lead over Linda McMahon. Last month, the survey showed a 48-44 Murphy lead.

Although McMahon leads the race with independents by a wide 51-38 margin, women support Murphy by 54-35 margin. Polls from other organizations showed a much tighter race. 

McMahon’s campaign dismissed the results.

“While all polls are just a snapshot in time, PPP’s newest findings in Connecticut’s U.S. Senate race must be noted for what they are: Democratic numbers from a Democratic polling firm [editor's note: this links to the campaign site],” said Corey Bliss, campaign manager. “In an effort to resurrect his failing campaign, Congressman Murphy’s Washington cronies have recently given him money, staffers, and now brand new poll results.”

Fifth District

Elizabeth Esty (D) recently received more backing from unions. The American Federation of Teachers gave her their endorsement, reports the Register Citizen.

Andrew Roraback (R) released his first campaign ad. Titled “Solutions”, the advertisement paints Roraback as a remedy to partisan gridlock in Washington D.C.

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