• Press Release

EMILYs List Congratulates Susan Bysiewicz and Stephanie Thomas on Reelection in Connecticut

November 4, 2026

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Following the election of EMILYs List-endorsed candidates Susan Bysiewicz as Connecticut lieutenant governor and Stephanie Thomas as Connecticut secretary of state, EMILYs List President Jessica Mackler released the below statement:

“EMILYs List congratulates Susan Bysiewicz and Stephanie Thomas on their critical wins in Connecticut. Republicans continue to double-down on their billionaire-first agenda making life unaffordable for working families, and leaders like Susan and Stephanie are ready to fight for everyday people. They have proven track records of putting people over politics, and we are confident that they will continue to deliver results and provide the leadership that Connecticut working families deserve.” 

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