CT 2nd district - Dem Sullivan picks up big endorsement

[NewJeffCT]

The Norwich Bulletin in CT is an influential small paper with a good reputation (at least I think so)... they are endorsing Democratic challenger Jim Sullivan over incumbent Rob Simmons (R-ex CIA) This is a big race nationally, as Ted Kennedy, Howard Dean & Nancy Pelosi have been in town to support Sullivan, while John McCain was in town to support Simmons.

The latest poll has Sullivan down only 44-41 despite being outspent nearly 5-1 and being subject to vicious & dishonest negative attacks from Simmons, including one racist flyer that was distributed.

From the Bulletin (via Sullivan email):
"Sullivan is a part of his community in a way that his opponent can never be. Sullivan's qualifying experience is his life experience." They noted that Mr. Simmons creates "smoke and mirrors" about his record, engaging in "bait and switch" tactics. They note that in the debates, Jim has been "forcefully presenting a different vision of the future, one arguably more in tune than Simmons' with the philosophical outlook of 2d District voters."

http://www.sullivanforcongress.com

[calico1]

1. I hope he wins.

I have gotten a barrage of anti-Sullivan flyers in my mail box. They are some of the most vicious, disgusting campaign ads I have ever seen against any candidate.

[SarahB]

2. I hope Sullivan wins.

This district has always been a tight race and it would be nice to see it returned to Democratic control. :thumbsup:

[NewJeffCT]

3. It would be nice

and, Sullivan seems like a good guy.

[buddhamama]

4. i've been following the race

(grew up in CT, left the state six yrs ago) and i think Sullivan will be the winner. yeah, The Norwich Bulliten endorsement will help a great deal!