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Jonathan L. Wharton

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Power & Politics: Gov. Lamont wins primary; IG says CT DOC found negligent in monitoring inmate w...

Power & Politics: Gov. Lamont wins primary; IG says CT DOC found negligent in monitoring inmate w...

News 12 Connecticut — Republican State Sen. Ryan Fazio and Dr. Jonathan Wharton, of Southern Connecticut State University, join the show this week.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Connecticut primaries reveal angst in Democratic Party.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Connecticut primaries reveal angst in Democratic Party.

CT Insider — Columnist Jonathan Wharton explores how some of the Connecticut primary elections 'demonstrate Democratic voter angst with some incumbents.'

Wharton Shares Analysis of Connecticut's Political Future - News at Southern

Wharton Shares Analysis of Connecticut's Political Future - News at Southern

southernct.edu — Dr. Jonathan Wharton, professor of political science and urban affairs at Southern Connecticut State University, recently joined "Face More Facts" on NBC Connecticut to examine the results of Connecticut's historic primary election and discuss what they could mean for the state's political future. The wide-ranging conversation covered the defeat of longtime U.S.

Connecticut politics just changed: Breaking down the primary elections | Face More Facts

Connecticut politics just changed: Breaking down the primary elections | Face More Facts

youtu.be — Political scientist Jonathan Wharton joins Face More Facts to break down a consequential Connecticut primary and what it could mean for the state's political future. The conversation starts with John Larson's defeat and the generational questions surrounding Connecticut's congressional delegation, then turns to Chris Murphy's political influence, Gov.

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): The importance of learning how to swim

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): The importance of learning how to swim

CT Insider — Learning how to swim and practicing water safety are essential life skills, says columnist Jonathan Wharton.

All 3 candidates for Connecticut governor hit airwaves

All 3 candidates for Connecticut governor hit airwaves

WCTX-TV (New Haven, CT) — State Sen. Ryan Fazio hit the airwaves Thursday with his first campaign commercial since securing the Republican nomination for governor, joining Gov. Ned Lamont (D) and State Rep. Josh Elliott (D) in an advertising battle to win the state's highest office.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Are we on the brink of a political party realignment?

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Are we on the brink of a political party realignment?

CT Insider — Columnist Jonathan L. Wharton explores whether the latest shifts in party politics are generational or ideological.

Tips for a Conn. staycation

Tips for a Conn. staycation

New Haven Register — Tips for a Conn. staycation

News 12 | Connecticut | Power Politics Erin Stewart Investigation Lucy Dathan Reelection Bid Yale...

News 12 | Connecticut | Power Politics Erin Stewart Investigation Lucy Dathan Reelection Bid Yale...

News 12 Connecticut — The city of New Britain is demanding former Mayor Erin Stewart repay more than $240,000 following a state investigation into her spending, as federal authorities continue to review the case. The Connecticut State Police and FBI are examining Stewart's financial practices, with officials indicating the probe has reached the level of a potential criminal investigation.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Erin Stewart and college scandals tarnished my faith in public offici...

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Erin Stewart and college scandals tarnished my faith in public offici...

CT Insider — I teach state and local government. My parents were state and local officials. I'm losing faith in public officials, columnist Jonathan Wharton writes.

Connecticut conventions revealed deeper party tensions, poli sci professor says

Connecticut conventions revealed deeper party tensions, poli sci professor says

Connecticut Public — From Stewart's withdrawal to Elliott's strong showing, Connecticut's party conventions delivered late surprises and set up a volatile August.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): This year's Connecticut conventions offer plot twists

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): This year's Connecticut conventions offer plot twists

CT Insider — Columnist and political science professor Jonathan L. Wharton offers a primer in the importance of state political conventions.

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Another year, another Connecticut university chancellor

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): Another year, another Connecticut university chancellor

CT Insider — 'Additional reforms are needed,' in wake of resignation of Connecticut State Colleges and Universities interim chancellor, writes columnist Jonathan Wharton.

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Fazio displays cool, savvy confidence

Fazio displays cool, savvy confidence

Patch — One of your neighbors posted in Politics & Government. Click through to read what they have to say. (The views expressed in this post are the author's own.)

These CT college students say the most important campus political debate happens in the classroom

These CT college students say the most important campus political debate happens in the classroom

Connecticut Public — Local college students talk to us about their engagement in political discourse. We hear what issues are most important to Gen Z.

Opinion: Wanted: Young candidates for public office in Connecticut

Opinion: Wanted: Young candidates for public office in Connecticut

CT Insider — Connecticut needs to do more to draft young candidates to run for public office writes columnist Jonathan L. Wharton.

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): TSA employees and airline passengers are pawns in budgetary stalem...

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): TSA employees and airline passengers are pawns in budgetary stalem...

CT Insider — 'TSA employees and airline passengers have been pawns in this budgetary stalemate and many of us are falling for the political parties' tactics.'

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): True democracy is local, and thrives in New England

Jonathan Wharton (opinion): True democracy is local, and thrives in New England

CT Insider — A symposium on New England town meetings reminds columnist Jonathan Wharton that 'too many of us perceive democracy as residing in our nation's capital'

Fazio launches his first TV ad as he seeks GOP nod for governor

Fazio launches his first TV ad as he seeks GOP nod for governor

WCTX-TV (New Haven, CT) — HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) - With the help of some green screen effects, State Sen. Ryan Fazio launched his first television advertisement as he seeks to win the Republican nomination for governor. ...

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): Our governor's race is gaining some steam

Jonathan L. Wharton (opinion): Our governor's race is gaining some steam

CT Insider — Columnist Jonathan Wharton writes about the race for governor in Connecticut and how it's time for voters to do their homework about the candidates.

Opinion: Jesse Jackson may not have been the first, but he made an impact

Opinion: Jesse Jackson may not have been the first, but he made an impact

CT Insider — Columnist Jonathan Wharton, who teaches Race and Ethnicity in American Politics, contextualizes life of Jesse Jackson.

As colleagues wind down their careers, Rosa DeLauro is staying put

As colleagues wind down their careers, Rosa DeLauro is staying put

Roll Call — Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro's pragmatic streak has at times put her at odds with the demands of a restive base in her deep-blue district.

Opinion: CT's campaign trail starts on opening day of General Assembly session

Opinion: CT's campaign trail starts on opening day of General Assembly session

CT Insider — 'Expect more about political drama than policies during an election year,' columnist Jonathan L. Wharton writes as session begins in CT.
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