Presidential Primary Day in Connecticut.

A quiet presidential primary day in Connecticut. Polls are open until 8 p.m. and voters will cast ballots at their regular polling place.

The state’s first presidential primary was held by the Democrats in 1976. Jimmy Carter edged out Morris Udall by 2,500 votes. With an endorsement by Ella Grasso, Senator Henry “Scoop” Jackson came in third with nearly 18% of the vote, 11 days after withdrawing from the race. Such was the power of Ella Grasso 48 years ago.

Published April 2, 2024.