Esty has Strong Fundraising Record

Fifth District candidate Elizabeth Esty of Cheshire announced her campaign has raised more than $360,000 in the first quarter of 2012; making it the campaign's strongest quarter yet.

Esty’s campaign has raised a total of more $1.1 million from thousands of donors across the 5th District and the country.

Esty begins the second quarter of this election year with more than $800,000 cash on hand. Her campaign notes the latest numbers show that Esty's campaign has the resources and the organization to defeat fellow Democrat Christopher Donovan in the primary.

“I’m incredibly honored by the support we’re receiving from thousands of people across Connecticut’s 5th District and the country,” Elizabeth Esty said.

“Folks want a strong Democratic candidate who can win the 5th District and bring some common-sense solutions to Washington. I’m energized by the overwhelming response we’ve gotten from voters in cities and towns across northwest Connecticut. From now through May, August, and November, I will keep listening to voters and earning their support."

This latest filing period accounts for funds raised between January 1, 2012 and March 31, 2012. The Connecticut primary election for non-presidential contests is August 14.