Campaign Notebook: Poll Shows Murphy Leading Race

Fifth District

Elizabeth Esty (D) of Cheshire 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.

Senate

A survey conduced by Public Policy Polling shows Chris Murphy of Cheshire 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,” said Corey Bliss, campaign manager.