The Connecticut Citizens Defense League’s Executive Committee releases the following endorsements for the November 6, 2018 general election. We urge all our members to support and assist these candidates, and vote for them in November. (*name* denotes past CCDL Legislator Of The Year) Governor/Lieutenant Governor Bob Stefanowski/*Joe Markley* U.S. Senate Matthew Corey U.S. House District Candidate Name 2           Daniel Reale 3           Angel Cadena 5           Manny Santos CT Senate Seats...

Earlier today, a political robocall was sent out by former candidate for governor Peter Lumaj on behalf of the Bob Stefanowski for Governor Campaign. Here is what is troubling: CCDL endorsed Peter Lumaj for the Republican convention, and it was a one-time endorsement that extended to him, and him alone. Our initial endorsement of Peter Lumaj was not for passing along as though it were an inheritance should his campaign...

The CCDL Executive Board feels that in light of comments made in this article that was published on 8/01/2018, candidate for Attorney General Sue Hatfield has shown what must be considered as wavering support for the 2nd Amendment. Because of that, our endorsement of Sue Hatfield must be withdrawn. While we still feel she would make a far better Attorney General than any of the other candidates in the race,...

06/27/2018 For Immediate Release: (Groton, CT) - The Connecticut Citizens Defense League releases the following endorsements for the Republican state-wide primary elections. The Executive Committee of CCDL endorses the following primary candidates: Governor - Tim Herbst Lieutenant Governor - Joe Markley Attorney General - Sue Hatfield see here for explanation State Treasurer - Art Linares Statement on the Gubernatorial Race: After careful consideration and a spirited debate among the CCDL...