Ted Kennedy Jr. Decides His Political Future

BRANFORD, CT — There has been much talk that a Kennedy would be running for governor of Connecticut in 2018, but on Monday State Sen. Ted Kennedy, Jr., D-Branford, put the rumors to rest once and for all.

Kennedy issued the following statement regarding the 2018 election in the state of Connecticut:

"I will not be a candidate for statewide office in 2018. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has contacted me and encouraged me to run. I value the contribution I am able to make as the state Senator for the 12th District. I believe that if we put aside our partisan politics and find common ground, we can overcome our challenges and move Connecticut forward. I remain committed to making our state a better place to live, do business and raise a family. "

The field to succeed Gov. Dannel P. Malloy remains crowded as Malloy has said he won't seek a third term.