Stephanie Thomas Seeks Re-election on Three Lines in Connecticut

HARTFORD, Conn., Oct. 21, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Stephanie Thomas, the first Black person elected to the office of Connecticut’s Secretary of the State, is seeking re-election in the upcoming November general election. The race is shaping up to be a competitive one, with Thomas appearing on three ballot lines: the Democratic Party, the Independent Party of Connecticut, and the Working Families Party. This broad coalition of labor unions, educators, conservation groups, reproductive rights organizations, and community advocates is backing her candidacy, which she has described as a continuation of her work to protect and improve the lives of Connecticut residents.

Thomas has been in office since 2023, and her tenure has been marked by significant achievements. She secured $20 million to modernize Connecticut’s election equipment, led the rollout of early in-person voting, and expanded civic education through initiatives such as the Power of Civics platform. She also launched Be a Light, a program that helped businesses identify, report, and prevent human trafficking. These efforts have earned her the endorsement of the Moms Demand Action Candidate of Distinction.

As early voting continues, Thomas is running on three lines: the Democratic Party, the Independent Party of Connecticut, and the Working Families Party. Her campaign is supported by a diverse array of organizations, including labor unions, education groups, reproductive rights advocates, environmental groups, and community organizations. The backing of these groups underscores the breadth of support she is receiving, and it is clear that Thomas is appealing to a wide range of Connecticut residents.

Thomas has been vocal about her commitment to governance, stating, "I'm not in politics, I'm in governance." Her platform focuses on several key areas, including protecting personal voting information and election security, combating AI-powered scams targeting Connecticut businesses, and improving the efficiency of the state’s election processes. She has also emphasized her commitment to protecting workers, students, and the environment, as well as her efforts to bring government closer to the people through initiatives like civics conversations in barbershops and a free civics course now available in Spanish.

The early voting period runs through Sunday, November 1, with extended hours available on Tuesday, October 27, and Thursday, October 29. Voters can find their early voting location at MyVote.CT.gov or by contacting their town’s registrar of voters. Eligible residents who are not yet registered can register and vote the same day during early voting or on Election Day, Tuesday, November 3.

Thomas’s re-election campaign is a testament to her ongoing impact on the state and her ability to connect with a diverse array of Connecticut residents. As early voting continues, her candidacy is poised to attract significant attention and support from a coalition of organizations and individuals committed to improving the lives of Connecticut residents.