Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

This year’s theme is “State and Local Government and Elections.” This kickoff will feature town leaders and state legislators discussing the importance of getting students involved in state and local issues. (3/4) — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Join me, Department of Education Commissioner Charlene Russell-Tucker, and Sally Whipple, Executive Director of the Connecticut Democracy Center, at Connecticut's Old State House at 4:00 pm. (2/4) — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

September 29th is the live virtual kickoff event for the 2021-2022 Red White and Blue Schools program. (1/4) https://t.co/XnhCpMGE1M — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Join us in celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth! Drop your flag in the comments. https://t.co/ZFaGZavKIb — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

It’s the 101st anniversary of Connecticut’s ratification of the 19th amendment. Today, we are celebrating influential suffrage marker, Emily Pierson at her former home. How are you celebrating? #womenvotect https://t.co/EUBpe7ceCX — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Polls are open until 8:00pm! There are 15 Democratic Primaries and 5 Republican Primaries today – see if your town… https://t.co/7pkS9Y3D8O — PolitiTweet.org

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https://t.co/oVdNmmtc4b! https://t.co/QB0JqUjHfv — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

This dedication is the first in a series of installations of Connecticut markers honoring influential women on the… https://t.co/Q2s2bPpelF — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

The program features Connecticut Secretary of the State Denise Merrill, Joanie DiMartino, the Connecticut coordinat… https://t.co/w2Bmsso7kL — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Ms. Pierson was a suffrage and labor activist, as well as a doctor and Cromwell’s Health Director. We will be honor… https://t.co/4404lIaAwe — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Please join us on Tuesday, September 14th at 10:00am at 423 Main Street, Cromwell for the dedication of a Suffrage… https://t.co/ZypXdtJaXU — PolitiTweet.org

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You can sign up and/or learn more about the program at our website here: https://t.co/jh4DWSfN8u   Stay tuned for the kick-off event in September! (3/3) — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

We will be looking to recognize schools and districts who do an incredible job teaching these topics - and I hope that your school and/or district will want to get involved. (2/3) — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

I’m so excited to announce that Red White and Blue Schools, a civics education program sponsored by my office, the CT Democracy Center at the Old State House, & the CT State Department of Education, is launching this year’s theme: “Local and State Government and Elections.” (1/3) https://t.co/lSRSbrMzWE — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

And as the chief election official in the state of CT, it is important to correct misinformation whenever it crops up. The best remedy to the rise and spread of misinformation is to combat misinformation with accurate information. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

My office, our local election officials, tens of thousands of poll workers and volunteers, and millions of Connecticut voters — of all parties and affiliations — are committed to ensuring that Connecticut elections remain free, fair, and trustworthy. https://t.co/SSHvqT8NEQ — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

To learn more, click here: https://t.co/f8kyxuERrK — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was finally ratified, granting women the right to vote. Although an incredible milestone in American history, we still have much work to do in the fight for women's equality. (2/3) — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Today marks the anniversary of the ratification of the 19th Amendment! (1/3) https://t.co/gpd6PQOxxf — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

RT @CThistorynews: August 16: The Bar Unbarred — Connecticut's First Woman Lawyer https://t.co/eiJnuTqlzb via @waltwould #19thcentury #aug… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Happy Muharram to all who celebrate! Wishing peace and joy to you and your loved ones. https://t.co/y0eCOM1WKF — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

RT @SBA_Connecticut: Celebrate #NationalConnecticutDay with us today! With so many inventions that were #MadeinConnecticut we also celebrat… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Often, city residents hosted elaborate banquets where the dessert course consisted of coffee, hot cider, and a generous portion of Election Cake. You can learn more about the history here: (3/3) https://t.co/OAJS8id3R3 — PolitiTweet.org

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In the 18th and 19th centuries, Election Day was met with great celebration, where voters came to major cities such as Hartford to cast their ballots and then stayed to socialize and celebrate. (2/3) — PolitiTweet.org

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#TBT THREAD: Last year, I made my first ever Hartford Election Cake! Connecticut recipes for this bread-like cake date back to the year 1771. (1/3) #TBT https://t.co/uOgQ7XjeDY — PolitiTweet.org

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RT @SBAgov: #SupportSmallBiz in your community by shopping local! One way is by purchasing produce and products at a nearby farmers market.… — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

For more information on National Black Women's Equal Pay Day, visit: (2/2) https://t.co/PNvkySjHKG — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Today is National Black Women's Equal Pay Day. Based on ACS Census data, the 2021 wage gap for black women compared to non-Hispanic white men is 63 cents. Although we have made so much progress, there is still much work to do in the fight for equality for women of color. (1/2) https://t.co/b2Oq5PEJoP — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

I am so proud of all the work that we have accomplished to make voting more convenient and accessible for all Connecticut voters, especially during a pandemic. — PolitiTweet.org

Office of the Connecticut Secretary of the State @CTSotS

Democracy is at its strongest when everyone is able to participate, and I am grateful to have played my part in the fight for expanded voter access as Secretary of the State. https://t.co/WkRiLWJhQC — PolitiTweet.org