Branford Election Results 2018: Local Winners Revealed

BRANFORD, CT — In Branford tonight it was a good night for the Democrats as it was a clean sweep locally.

Christine Cohen defeated her Republican challenger Adam Greenberg for the 12th Senatorial District seat, and that Robin Comey was also elected tonight, reports the Branford Seven. State Rep. Sean Scanlon ran unopposed.

The Branford Sound reports that the unofficial count for Comey is 5,579 voted compared to 4,586 for Robert Imperato, a Republican. Comey replaces Lonnie Reed, a Democrat, who did not seek reelection.

BRANFORD, CT — Voters have until 8 p.m. to vote in Connecticut's statewide election. Governor, Lt. governor, state treasurer, state comptroller, attorney general and secretary of the state are all up for grabs. Several local state senate, state house of representative and judge of probate races will also be decided.

Voters also can cast ballots for the U.S. Senate election and congressional races. Voters who are in line before 8 p.m. will be able to vote even after the deadline passes. You can find your poll location at the Secretary of the State website by inputting your information.

Locally, in Branford the choices for the 12th Senatorial District are: Christine Cohen, Democratic challenger, versus Adam Greenberg, Republican challenger. This is an open seat as incumbent Sen. Ted Kennedy Jr. is not seeking reelection.

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Cohen said on her website that “As a small business owner, I am running to improve Connecticut's economy and fight for our values in Hartford. Wanting to serve my community, I have held seats on several boards, including the PTO, before being elected to the Guilford Board of Education where I currently serve.

”I want to see common sense solutions that go beyond party lines. We need more collaboration in Hartford. Before starting Cohen's Bagel Company, I worked for Stanley Black & Decker for many years. I understand the needs of Connecticut businesses, big and small, and am committed to ensuring their growth and expansion,” Cohen said.

According to Greenberg’s website it says “Former major league baseball player Adam Greenberg is stepping up to the plate for Connecticut. Adam’s unique background as a CEO, best-selling author, and professional athlete who overcame incredible odds has prepared him to take on the challenges facing the 12th District. Join Adam and help usher in new leadership for Connecticut.” He is vehemently opposed to tolls and says the state needs to foster a pro-business environment.

Branford residents will also vote on these state representative races: 98th House District: Sean Scanlon, a Democrat, who is again running unopposed. Scanlon was elected to the Connecticut General Assembly on November 4, 2014 and is currently serving his second term.

After graduating from Guilford Public Schools and Boston College, Scanlon worked as a Victim Advocate in the Manhattan District Attorney's Office before joining the staff of Senator Chris Murphy in 2009. During his first term, Sean led the legislature's effort to combat Connecticut's opioid epidemic and became a leading voice on issues of mental health and addiction, according to his website.

State House District 102: Robin Comey, Democratic candidate, versus Robert Imperato, a GOP candidate. This is an open seat. (To sign up for Branford breaking news alerts and more, click here.)

Comey said on her website that “I have been a strong voice for children, families and the disabled, influencing policy change through advocacy and community involvement. Representing the 3rd district on the Branford RTM, I also serve on many health, education and civic organizations throughout town.

"A small business owner for more than 25 years and a non-profit leader, I have raised over $750,000 in grants, private donations and public funding since 2009 for projects throughout Branford. With a distinguished record of accomplishments, I am an experienced leader in bringing stakeholders together to find solutions for the challenges our community faces. I am proud of my successes in advocating for policies in Hartford that impact families every day. I know how to make a difference and I look forward to serving as your State Representative," Comey said on her website.

Imperato have been a member of the Branford community for over 30 years and currently serves as an active member of Branford’s Board of Finance which oversees the town wide municipal budget, capital funding and risk mitigation. Prior to serving as a Board of Finance member, he held the position of Representative Town Meeting member.

“I want to continue protecting the taxpayers of Branford by being your voice in Hartford. Using my experience in leadership, budgeting and operations will assure that Branford will have a strong voice in fighting for and receiving its fair share of state and federal grants and other desired municipal appropriations for the taxpayers of Branford,” Imperato said on his website.

For the Judge of Probate race the lone choice is Frank J Forgione, the Republican.

All eyes are on the Governor’s race where the choices are: Ned Lamont, Democrat, Bob Stefanowski, Republican, Rodney Hanscomb, Libertarian, Mark Stewart Greenstein, Amigo Constitution Liberty Party, and Oz Griebel, Griebel Frank for CT Party.

The candidates for lieutenant governor are: Susan Bysiewicz, Democrat, Joe Markley, Republican, Jeffrey Thibeault, Libertarian Party, John Demitrus, Amigo Constitution Liberty Party, and Monte E Frank, Griebel Frank for CT Party.

The choices for the U.S. Senate race are: Matthew Corey, Republican Party, Christopher S. Murphy, Democratic Party, Richard Lion, Libertarian Party, and Jeff Russell, Green Party

For the U.S. House of Representatives race the choices in the 3rd District are: Rosa L DeLauro, Democratic Party, and Angel Cadena, Republican Party.

In the Secretary of State race the choices are: Denise W Merrill, Democratic Party, Susan Chapman, Republican Party, Heather Lynn Sylvestre Gwynn, Libertarian Party, and Michael DeRosa, Green Party.

In the race for State Treasurer the choices are: Shawn Wooden, Democratic Party, Thad Gray, Republican Party, and Jesse Brohinsky, Libertarian Party.

For the position of State Comptroller the choices are: Kurt Miller, Republican Party, Kevin Lembo, Democratic Party, Paul Passarelli, Libertarian Party, and Edward G Heflin, Green Party.

For the position of Attorney General the choices are: William Tong, Democratic Party, Sue Hatfield, Republican Party, Peter D. Goselin, Green Party.

Connecticut offers Election Day registration, but those who arrive need to be registered by 8 p.m. in order to vote. Unlike previously registered voters standing in line before 8 p.m. to register won’t guarantee the ability to vote.

Absentee ballots are also available for those who won’t be in town all of election day or for a multitude of other reasons.

For more election information visit the Branford Registrar's Office by clicking here.