The next election is the state primary election on August 13, 2024.

As union members, it’s critical we vote in every election and engage politically to protect what is worth fighting for — our bargaining rights, fair pay, secure retirement, and quality health care. 

Council 4 has put together this list of resources and information so you can be informed and engaged during this election season. Please share this information with other members of your local.

Note: It’s not your union’s role to tell you who to vote for, just to inform you about candidates who support union values.

Council 4 PEOPLE Committee Political Endorsements

Council 4 PEOPLE Committee delegates endorsed the following candidates for the August 13, 2024 state primary elections. An asterisk * signifies that a candidate is an active or retired Council 4 member.

If you would like to get involved, please contact our Legislative & Political Team (Brian Anderson & Zak Leavy) by emailing [email protected]

Endorsed Candidates by Town

Bridgeport
Herron Gaston – State Senate, District 23

Hamden
Josh Elliott – State Representative, District 88

Stamford
David Michel – State Representative, District 146

Voter Registration

Everyone needs to update their voter registration if they changed their name or address, or haven't voted in a while. It only takes a few minutes to check your voter registration status:

• CT Secretary of the State website

• AFSCME Website 

Click the pdf link for voter registration flyer that includes QR code to check voter registration status: voter_registration_flyer_1.pdf

Click here for additional voter registration information, including talking points for encouraging others to register to vote.

*NEW THIS YEAR* Early Voting 

2024 is the first year that Connecticut voters get to do Early Voting! Early Voting allows you to vote in person safely and securely before Election Day. To learn how to vote early, click here to visit the Secretary of the State's website on Early Voting.

Voting by Mail 

• Click here for an overview of eligibility and other FAQs

• Click here to request to vote by mail
  

• If you have questions regarding voting by mail, call your local town/city clerk.
  Click here to find your town/city clerk 

Other Voting Info

• Click here to find your polling location

• There are several options for bringing identification and they do not need to be a driver's license or have a photo. Click here to learn about the acceptable forms of identification

• If you need a ride to the polls, contact your Registrar of Voters. Click here to find your Registrar of Voters.