Winfield Rising. New Haven State Senator Hot Prospect for LG.

State Senator Gary Winfield (D-New Haven) is a serious contestant in the sweepstakes for lieutenant governor. Winfield is expected to meet with Democratic gubernatorial frontrunner Ned Lamont as soon as today to discuss joining his ticket. Navy veteran Winfield has proved a durable figure in the complicated world of New Haven Democratic politics.

Winfield succeeded Toni Harp in the state Senate when she was elected mayor of New Haven. Harp was an early prominent Lamont supporter.

New Haven often delivers more votes to Democratic candidates than any other municipality in the state.