It's a block party: Two more Greenwich Republicans enter CT Governor race

The Greenwich GOP presence is becoming a significant force against Democrat Governor Ned Lamont in this year's Connecticut gubernatorial race.

The neighborhood battle for Governor:

Ryan Fazio (CT State Senator). State Senator Ryan Fazio, a Greenwich native, was one of the first Republicans to jump into the race. His campaign focuses heavily on the cost of living crisis in Connecticut He promises to cut electric rates by 20%, eliminate the public benefits charge, and cap property taxes. Watch Ryan's campaign video here.

Betsy McCaughey (Former NY Lt. Governor). A newer addition to the 2026 race, Betsy McCaughey recently announced her candidacy to the Stamford Republican Town Committee. Even though she has a New York political history, she grew up in Connecticut and resides in Greenwich. She is campaigning to "stop the war on homeowners," scuttle Lamont's new affordable housing laws that strip away local zoning, and eliminate property tax for most seniors. Watch Betsy's campaign video here.

Harry Arora (Former State Representative). Harry Arora is a well-known name in Greenwich politics and the third heavyweight in the primary field. He served as a State Rep and ran for State Treasurer. His campaign will highlight his investment experience and focus on reducing government spending, promoting innovation, and supporting excellence in education. Read Harry's most recent press interview here.

The Incumbent Challenge

Governor Ned Lamont, also a Greenwich resident, recently confirmed he is seeking a third term. He is a money heavyweight having largely self-funded his previous winning campaigns, including contributing $25.7 million of his own wealth in 2022. He calls his agenda "Connecticut Forward," with a focus on expanding affordable housing projects, lowering energy costs with a mix of sources (natural gas, nuclear and offshore wind power), and massively funding early childhood education and job-training programs. His track record on moving Connecticut forward, since first being elected in 2019, speaks for itself.

Between the Lines: This race creates a fascinating dynamic where the top contenders for the highest office in Hartford are all essentially neighbors. They say we should love our neighbors, but they also say we should love our enemies—probably because, generally, they are the same people.

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