Monday June 26, 2017 BRANFORD--State Senator Ted Kennedy, Jr. (D-Branford) today issued the following statement regarding the 2018 election in the state of Connecticut:

"I will not be a candidate for statewide office in 2018. I am deeply grateful to everyone who has contacted me and encouraged me to run.　I value the contribution I am able to make as the state Senator for the 12th District. I believe that if we put aside our partisan politics and find common ground, we can overcome our challenges and move Connecticut forward.　I remain committed to making our state a better place to live, do business and raise a family. "