2010 Connecticut primary

Ross Garber

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Martha Dean

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Martha Dean, Republican candidate for Attorney General

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Dan Debicella gives his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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Mayor Mark Boughton, running for Lt. Govenor, during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

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Michael Fedele, center, running for Governor of Connecticut, chats with Jeff Muthersbaugh, of Bethel, Mayor Mark Boughton, and Gregg Seabury, of Danbury during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010. less

Michael Fedele, center, running for Governor of Connecticut, chats with Jeff Muthersbaugh, of Bethel, Mayor Mark Boughton, and Gregg Seabury, of Danbury during primary election night at the Italian Community ... more

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Michael Fedele, running for Governor of Connecticut chats with Cathy Freccia, of Stamford during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

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Michael Fedele, left, running for Governor of Connecticut chats with Mayor Mark Boughton, running for Lt. Govenor, during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

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Mayor Mark Boughton, running for Lt. Govenor, center, chats with Chris Munger, left, of Stamford, and Chris Meek, of Stamford, during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010. less

Mayor Mark Boughton, running for Lt. Govenor, center, chats with Chris Munger, left, of Stamford, and Chris Meek, of Stamford, during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August ... more

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Michael Fedele, running for Governor of Connecticut chats with Kimber Crandall of News 12 during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

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Supported by members of his family, Dan Debicella gives his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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Dan Debicella is congratulated as he enters for his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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Ted Lopatin, 18, left of Greenwich, and Aaron Gaberman, 15 of Weston, supporters of Republican candidate Dan Debicella, high five as they listen to the primary election returns for the fourth congresional district. Debicella supporters gathered at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010. less

Ted Lopatin, 18, left of Greenwich, and Aaron Gaberman, 15 of Weston, supporters of Republican candidate Dan Debicella, high five as they listen to the primary election returns for the fourth congresional ... more

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Jason Perillo, campaign manager for Dan Debicella, announces some of the results for the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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4th Congressional District Republican primary candidate Dan Debicella, right, greets supporter Ed Whitney of Westport at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, greets supporters at Greenwich High School, where he voted on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Dan Malloy and running mate Nancy Wyman celebrate their victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

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Dannel Malloy votes at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and running mate Nancy Wyman celebrate their victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy is greeted by supporters Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Dannel and Cathy Malloy vote at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Ned Lamont, left, Democratic candidate for governor, shakes hands with Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, at Greenwich High School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Nancy Wyman speaks to supporters following her victory in the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

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Nancy Wyman speaks to supporters following her victory in the Democratic primary for lieutenant governor Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

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Supporters cheer as Dan Malloy speaks Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Elizabeth and Robert Hanahan, of Bethlehem, Conn. listen as Ned Lamont speaks at Testo's Restaurant, in Brideport, Conn. Tuesday Aug. 10th, 2010.

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Mary Glassman, Ned Lamont's running mate for Lt. Governor, speaks at Testo's Restaurant, in Brideport, Conn. Tuesday Aug. 10th, 2010.

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Ned Lamont speaks at Testo's Restaurant, in Bridgeport, Conn. Tuesday, Aug. 10th, 2010.

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Dannel Malloy talks to reporters after voting at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, speaks with the media at Greenwich High School after voting on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. Lamont's wife Annie stands beside him.

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Dannel and Cathy Malloy leave Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. after voting on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Dannel and Cathy Malloy vote at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, and his wife Annie, voted at Greenwich High School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Dan Malloy addresses supporters Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory over Ned Lamont in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Ned Lamont speaks at Testo's Restaurant, in Bridgeport, Conn. Tuesday, Aug. 10th, 2010.

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Ex-Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and his wife Cathy celebrate his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

Photo: Autumn Driscoll

Ned Lamont speaks at Testo's Restaurant, in Bridgeport, Conn. Tuesday, Aug. 10th, 2010.

Photo: Ned Gerard

Dan Malloy supporter and volunteer Tony Whelan, of Naugatuck, cheers as results for the Democratic gubernatorial primary come in Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

Photo: Autumn Driscoll

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor, addresses supporters at his primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Volunteer greeter Frank Troise welcomes and directs voters at Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Michael Fedele talks to Mike Totilo, his treasurer, after voting at Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley, Republic candidate for governor, leaving the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center with his wife, Leslie, after voting, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, and his wife, Leslie, speaks with supporters at the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, Republican candidate for Lt. Governor, during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

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Supporters attend Tom Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor addresses supporters at his primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Voters fill out their ballots at Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Michael Fedele votes at Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, and his wife, Leslie, greet supporters after voting at the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Michael Fedele leaves Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. after voting with his wife Carol and daughter Briana on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, leaving the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center with his wife, Leslie, after voting, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Michael Fedele, Republican running for Governor of Connecticut chats with Kimber Crandall of News 12 during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Chris Ware

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, arriving the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center with his wife, Leslie, to vote, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Michael and Carol Fedele arrive at Scofield Middle School in Stamford, Conn. to cast thier votes on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Dru Nadler

Tom Foley, Republic candidate for governor, voting at the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Andree Pesci, of Vernon, sits with her guide dog Titan, while at Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley gives his victory speech after winning the Republican primary election, during a party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, voting with his wife, Leslie, at the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, leaving the Bendleim Western Greenwich Civic Center with his wife, Leslie, after voting, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Lt. Governor Michael Fedele, speaks to members of the press, family and friends at the Italian Community Center in Stamford after losing the Republican primary for Governor of Connecticut , August 10, 2010.

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Gerry Garcia Democratic candidate for Secretary of the State Connecticut

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Kevin Lembo Democratic candidate for State Comptroller Connecticut

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Michael J. Jarjura, Democratic candidate for Comptroller

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Dan Debicella gives his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

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Republican Mayor of Danbury, is congratulated by Ted Cutsumpas, left and Joe Cavo, after winning the race for Lt. Governor during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010. less

Republican Mayor of Danbury, is congratulated by Ted Cutsumpas, left and Joe Cavo, after winning the race for Lt. Governor during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, ... more

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Republican Mayor of Danbury, Mark Boughton, speaks to members of the press, family and friends after winning the race for Lt. Governor during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010. His wife Phyllis stands beside him. less

Republican Mayor of Danbury, Mark Boughton, speaks to members of the press, family and friends after winning the race for Lt. Governor during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, ... more

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GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, left, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, who is Fedele's running mate for lieutenant governor, greet Ed Fusek, 86, on his way to vote at Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. less

GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, left, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, who is Fedele's running mate for lieutenant governor, greet Ed Fusek, 86, on his way to vote at Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug. ... more

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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, left, who is Fedele's running mate for lieutenant governor and GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, talk outside Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, left, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, who is Fedele's candidate for lieutenant governor, greet Tom Vecchiarino on his way to vote at Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. less

GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, left, and Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, who is Fedele's candidate for lieutenant governor, greet Tom Vecchiarino on his way to vote at Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug. ... more

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Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, left, who is Fedele's running mate for lieutenant governor and GOP governor candidate Michael Fedele, talk outside Danbury High School, Tuesday, Aug.10, 2010.

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Denise Merrill Democratic canidate for Secretary of the State

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Ross Garber, Republican candidate for Attorney General

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Ned Lamont, center, Democratic candidate for governor, goes to vote with his children, from left, Ned, 17, Lindsay, 17, and Emily, 23, at Greenwich High School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Supporter and volunteer Tony Whelan, of Naugatuck, cheers as Dan Malloy passes him Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, voted with his family, from left, Ted, 17, his son, his wife Annie, and daughter Lindsay, 19, at Greenwich High School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. less

Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic ... more

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Supporters cheer as Dan Malloy takes the stage Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory over Ned Lamont in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and his wife, Cathy are greeted by supporters Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and his wife, Cathy are greeted by supporters Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Lindsay Lamont, 19, speaks with supporters at Greenwich High School, where her father, Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, and their family went to vote at Greenwich High School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. less

Lindsay Lamont, 19, speaks with supporters at Greenwich High School, where her father, Ned Lamont, Democratic candidate for governor, and their family went to vote at Greenwich High School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, ... more

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Dannel and Cathy Malloy kiss goodbye after voting and before he heads out on a day of campaigning at Our Lady Star of the Sea in Stamford, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy hugs his wife Cathy Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory over Ned Lamont in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel shakes hands with Richard Freitas at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the day to meet with voters. less

Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel shakes hands with Richard Freitas at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout ... more

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Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel shakes hands with Richard Freitas at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the day to meet with voters. less

Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel shakes hands with Richard Freitas at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout ... more

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Susan Segall shakes hands with Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the day in order to meet with voters. less

Susan Segall shakes hands with Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the ... more

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Susan Segall shakes hands with Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the day in order to meet with voters. less

Susan Segall shakes hands with Republican gubernatorial candidate Oz Griebel at Penny's Diner in Fairfield on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Griebel visited various voting centers and establishments throughout the ... more

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Middletown Town Coordinator and Tom Foley campaign volunteer Ryan Kennedy watches results coming in while at Foley's Republican primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

Middletown Town Coordinator and Tom Foley campaign volunteer Ryan Kennedy watches results coming in while at Foley's Republican primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, ... more

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor, shakes hands with Congressional candidate Jerry Labriola, right, after winning the Republican primary. Foley and his supporters celebrated at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor, shakes hands with Congressional candidate Jerry Labriola, right, after winning the Republican primary. Foley and his supporters celebrated at the Mariott Hotel in ... more

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After winning the Republican primary election, gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley walks onstage with his wife Leslie Fahrenkopf Foley, left, to give his victory speech, during his primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

After winning the Republican primary election, gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley walks onstage with his wife Leslie Fahrenkopf Foley, left, to give his victory speech, during his primary day party at the ... more

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Michael Fedele, left, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut chats with his running mate, Lt. Govenor candidate Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, during primary election night festivities at the Italian Community Center in Stamford on August 10, 2010.

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Michael Fedele, left, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut chats with his running mate, Lt. Govenor candidate Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, during primary election night festivities at the Italian

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Tom Foley campaign volunteers Karen Arnold, of Orange, at left, and her daughter Lindsey, watch results while at Foley's Republican primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

Tom Foley campaign volunteers Karen Arnold, of Orange, at left, and her daughter Lindsey, watch results while at Foley's Republican primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August ... more

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Michael Fedele, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut chats with Cathy Freccia, of Stamford during primary election night festivities at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Chris Ware

Michael Fedele, center, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut, chats with Jeff Muthersbaugh, of Bethel, Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, and Gregg Seabury, of Danbury during primary election night at the Italian Community Center in Stamford, August 10, 2010. less

Michael Fedele, center, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut, chats with Jeff Muthersbaugh, of Bethel, Danbury Mayor Mark Boughton, and Gregg Seabury, of Danbury during primary election night at the ... more

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut, gives his victory speech to staff and supporters at the primary election day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor of Connecticut, gives his victory speech to staff and supporters at the primary election day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10,

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Foley campaign volunteer Stephen Vicino, at right, chats with supporters Carol and Dick Barlow, of Canton, while at Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

Foley campaign volunteer Stephen Vicino, at right, chats with supporters Carol and Dick Barlow, of Canton, while at Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, ... more

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State Senator Kevin Witkos, center, reads off precinct totals to guests attending Tom Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. Clockwise around the table is Carol Barlow, of Canton, Foley campaign volunteer Stephen Vicino, Dave Gilchrist, of Canton, and at right, David Markowitz, also of Canton. less

State Senator Kevin Witkos, center, reads off precinct totals to guests attending Tom Foley's primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. Clockwise around the table ... more

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4th Congressional District Republican primary candidate Dan Debicella, right, greets supporter Ed Whitney of Westport at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Brian A. Pounds

Dan Debicella is congratulated as he enters for his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Brian A. Pounds

Jason Perillo, campaign manager for Dan Debicella, announces some of the results for the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Brian A. Pounds

Supported by members of his family, Dan Debicella gives his victory speech in the 4th Congressional District Republican primary at the Norwalk Inn in Norwalk on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010.

Photo: Brian A. Pounds

Ted Lopatin, 18, left of Greenwich, and Aaron Gaberman, 15 of Weston, supporters of Republican candidate Dan Debicella, high five as they listen to the primary election returns for the fourth congresional district. Debicella supporters gathered at the Norwalk Inn on Tuesday night, August 10, 2010. less

Ted Lopatin, 18, left of Greenwich, and Aaron Gaberman, 15 of Weston, supporters of Republican candidate Dan Debicella, high five as they listen to the primary election returns for the fourth congresional ... more

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Ex-Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and his wife Cathy celebrate his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

Photo: Autumn Driscoll

Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and running mate Nancy Wyman celebrate their victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

Photo: Autumn Driscoll

Ned Lamont, left, Democratic candidate for governor, shakes hands with Tom Foley, Republican candidate for governor, at Greenwich High School, on Aug. 10, 2010.

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Tom Foley gives his victory speech after winning the Republican primary election, during a party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

Photo: Christian Abraham

Former Stamford Mayor Dannel Malloy and running mate Nancy Wyman celebrate their victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford.

Photo: Autumn Driscoll, ST

Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday night at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. less

Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday night at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial ... more

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Former Stamford Mayor Dan Malloy and his wife, Cathy are greeted by supporters Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary.

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Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. less

Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday August 10, 2010 at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic ... more

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Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday night at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial primary. less

Dan Malloy addresses supporters as running mate Nancy Wyman, left, and wife Cathy Malloy look on Tuesday night at City Steam Brewery Cafe in Hartford following his victory in the Democratic gubernatorial ... more

Photo: Autumn Driscoll

After winning the Republican primary election, gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley walks onstage with his wife Leslie Fahrenkopf Foley, left, to give his victory speech, during his primary day party at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

After winning the Republican primary election, gubernatorial candidate Tom Foley walks onstage with his wife Leslie Fahrenkopf Foley, left, to give his victory speech, during his primary day party at the ... more

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Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor, shakes hands with Congressional candidate Jerry Labriola, right, after winning the Republican primary. Foley and his supporters celebrated at the Mariott Hotel in Rocky Hill, Conn. on Tuesday August 10, 2010. less

Tom Foley, Republican candidate for Governor, shakes hands with Congressional candidate Jerry Labriola, right, after winning the Republican primary. Foley and his supporters celebrated at the Mariott Hotel in ... more

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Matthew Levy, 17, votes for the first time in Tuesday's primary election at Huckleberry Hill School in Brookfield, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Michael Duffy

Matthew Levy, 17, votes for the first time in Tuesday's primary election at Huckleberry Hill School in Brookfield, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Ballot clerk Linda Sperb directs Matthew Levy, 17, to file his ballot as he votes for the first time in Tuesday's primary election at Huckleberry Hill School in Brookfield, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Matthew Levy, 17, puts on a sticker that confirms "I voted today" after voting for the first time in Tuesday's primary election at Huckleberry Hill School in Brookfield, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Michael Duffy

A slow trickle of voters arrive at Holland Hill School in Fairfield to cast their ballot for the candidate of their choice in the primary election on Tuesday August 10, 2010.

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Republican candidate for U.S. Senate Rob Simmons speaks to the media at his Stonington, Conn. home, Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. (AP Photo/The Day, Tim Martin)

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Linda McMahon, greets the crowd at the Crowne Plaza Hotel to celebrate her victory in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, Cromwell, Connecticut.

Photo: Bob Luckey

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, left, celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut.

Photo: Bob Luckey

Republican candidate for senator Peter Schiff, left, leans in to look at incoming poll results at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, goes to vote at the North Street School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 1020.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

A stuffed elephant and a Linda poster in a conference room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, where Linda McMahon captured the republican primary for U.S. Seante, august, 10, 2010.

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Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, ... more

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Peter Schiff, withs fiancee Martha O'Brien concedes the Republican primary on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 and the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford.

Photo: Lindsay Niegelberg

Peter Schiff, with fiancee Martha O'Brien, concedes the Republican primary on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 and the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford.

Photo: Lindsay Niegelberg

Peter Schiff,with his fiancee Martha O'Brien behind him, concedes the Republican primary on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 and the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford.

Photo: Lindsay Niegelberg

Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, greets her supporters at North Street School where she voted on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Supporters of Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, wait for McMahon to arrive at North Street School to vote on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut.

Photo: Bob Luckey

Linda McMahon thanks supporters during her victory in the republican primary at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Cromwell, Conn., August 10, 2010

Photo: Bob Luckey

Peter Schiff speaks to supporters as he concedes the Republican Senate primary on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford.

Photo: Lindsay Niegelberg

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, right, poses for photos with the a supporter as she celebrates her victory in the primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, right, poses for photos with the a supporter as she celebrates her victory in the primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne ... more

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Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, enters the ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel to celebrate her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, Cromwell, Connecticut.

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Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, enters the ballroom at the Crowne Plaza Hotel to celebrate her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, Cromwell,

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, voting at North Street School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, speaking with Christopher Theriot, of Greenwich, concerning voting, at North Street School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

Photo: Helen Neafsey

Linda MacMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, speaks with supporters at North Street School before voting at the school, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, greets supporters at North Street School before voting at the school, on Monday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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The sign outside of the Linda McMahon War Room at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Conn., Tuesday evening, august 10, 2010.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, voting at North Street School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Supporters of Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, wait for McMahon to arrive at North Street School to vote on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Republican candidate for the Senate, Linda McMahon, interacts with a supporter as she celebrates her victory in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Republican candidate for the Senate, Linda McMahon, interacts with a supporter as she celebrates her victory in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza ... more

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Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, interacts with the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, interacts with the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, ... more

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Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut.

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Evelyn Carson, 83, the mother of Linda McMahon, throws her arms up and smiles as she celebrates her daughter's victory in Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut.

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Evelyn Carson, 83, the mother of Linda McMahon, throws her arms up and smiles as she celebrates her daughter's victory in Republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne

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Laura Bush of Vernon, Conn., cheers on Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, during a victory celebration for McMahon in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Laura Bush of Vernon, Conn., cheers on Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, during a victory celebration for McMahon in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at ... more

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Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff talks with Gaylord Meyer outside the voting center at the Fairfield Senior Center on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various voting centers throughout the day to talk with voters as they arrived. less

Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff talks with Gaylord Meyer outside the voting center at the Fairfield Senior Center on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various voting centers throughout the ... more

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Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff talks with Dorene Herron as she holds her nephew, Ryan, outside the voting center at the Fairfield Senior Center on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various voting centers throughout the day to talk with voters as they arrived. less

Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff talks with Dorene Herron as she holds her nephew, Ryan, outside the voting center at the Fairfield Senior Center on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various ... more

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Republican state Sen. L. Scott Frantz came to support Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for U.S. Senate, at North Street School, where McMahon was voting, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, hugs state Rep. Livvy Floren, at the North Street School, before voting at the school, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff greets Barbara Lyon outside the voting center at Sherman Elementary School in Fairfield on August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various voting centers throughout the day to talk with voters as they arrived. less

Republican senatorial candidate Peter Schiff greets Barbara Lyon outside the voting center at Sherman Elementary School in Fairfield on August 10, 2010. Schiff visited various voting centers throughout the day ... more

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Linda McMahon, right, Republican candidate for theU.S. Senate, greets state Rep. Livvy Floren, R-149th District, at North Street School, on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Triple H, the son-in-law of Linda McMahon, left and McMahon's mother, Evelyn Carson, 83, right, clap as she they celebrate her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. less

Triple H, the son-in-law of Linda McMahon, left and McMahon's mother, Evelyn Carson, 83, right, clap as she they celebrate her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, ... more

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From left, Mark Perazella of Cheshire and Jeremy Henchcliffe of Harwinton look for poll results on a laptop at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, just after polls closed.

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From left, Espen Johansen of Milford, Louis Gallucci of East Haven and Jeanne Bowen of East Haven talk as other Peter Schiff supporters look for poll results on television at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, just after polls closed. less

From left, Espen Johansen of Milford, Louis Gallucci of East Haven and Jeanne Bowen of East Haven talk as other Peter Schiff supporters look for poll results on television at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on ... more

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Republican candidate for senate Peter Schiff, center, talks with supporter Louis Gallucci of East Haven at Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Gallucci, 82, said Schiff is the first candidate he has ever worked for. less

Republican candidate for senate Peter Schiff, center, talks with supporter Louis Gallucci of East Haven at Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Gallucci, 82, said Schiff is the first ... more

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Peter Schiff's mother, Ellen Schiff, left, cousin Jane Snaider, center, and supporter Trish Summers, right, talk at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, just after polls closed.

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Linda McMahon for Senate volunteer, Matt Hicks, 17, of Wallingford, Conn., makes cold calls for his candidate using his mobile phone from the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Cromwell, Conn., August 10, 2010.

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Lawrence Wood of Rocky Hill, Conn., uses an iPad as part of his duties as a volunteer for the Linda McMahon for Senate campaign, during primary night at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Conn., August 10, 2010.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, right, hugs Bea Crumbine, of Greenwich, while Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei watches, at North Street School, where McMahon voted on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010. less

Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, right, hugs Bea Crumbine, of Greenwich, while Greenwich First Selectman Peter Tesei watches, at North Street School, where McMahon voted on Tuesday, Aug. ... more

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Supporters of Republican Senate candidate Peter Schiff cheer for him as he conceded the primary election at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff said he would consider running again in 2012. less

Supporters of Republican Senate candidate Peter Schiff cheer for him as he conceded the primary election at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010. Schiff said he would consider running ... more

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From left, A.J. Van Slyke, Joe Mancini of Milford and Angela Campetti of Simsbury look for poll results on a computer at the Hilton Garden Inn in Milford on Tuesday, August 10, 2010, just after polls closed.

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Linda McMahon, Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate, talking to state Rep. Livvy Floren, R-149th District, at North Street School on Tuesday, Aug. 10, 2010.

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Sal Dellafiore of Newington, Conn., who said he is a Vietnam era Air Force vet who is volunteering for the McMahon campaign, makes a call outside of the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Conn., Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010. Dellafiore had some choice words for McMahon's potential opponent in the Senate race, democrat, Richard Blumenthal, "I totally disrespect the guy. Especially for the guys who served over there. If he can lie about that, what else is he going to lie about?" less

Sal Dellafiore of Newington, Conn., who said he is a Vietnam era Air Force vet who is volunteering for the McMahon campaign, makes a call outside of the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Conn., Tuesday evening, ... more

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$Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. 8/22/10 GT photo = McMahon seeks to unify a fractious Republican Party. by Brian Lockhart Photo: File Photo / Stamford Advocate File Photo$

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. 8/22/10 GT photo = McMahon seeks to unify a fractious Republican Party. by Brian Lockhart less

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, ... more

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$Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. 8/22/10 GT photo = McMahon seeks to unify a fractious Republican Party. by Brian Lockhart Photo: File Photo / Stamford Advocate File Photo$

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, Cromwell, Connecticut. 8/22/10 GT photo = McMahon seeks to unify a fractious Republican Party. by Brian Lockhart less

Republican candidate for the Senate Linda McMahon, waves to the crowd as she celebrates her victory in the republican primary for U.S. Senate, Tuesday evening, August 10, 2010, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel, ... more

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