Taxing the Rich: CT's Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger Josh Elliott Joins to Tell His Story

Taxing the Rich: CT's Democratic Gubernatorial Challenger Josh Elliott Joins to Tell His Story

Author: Arav Kapoor August 7, 2026 Duration: 34:20

Happy Early Voting, Connecticut! Early voting is open for a race that hasn't happened in over four decades - for the first time since 1978, a sitting Governor of Connecticut is being challenged from within his own party.Governor Ned Lamont has served nearly eight years in office across two terms, and is now facing an unprecedented primary challenge from five-term State Representative Josh Elliott of Hamden. Josh is running to Lamont's left, building support around taxing the wealthy, delivering Universal Healthcare, and championing the progressive policies gaining momentum in the insurgent wing of the Democratic Party.Today, Josh joined the show to tell his inspiring story and make the case for why Connecticut needs a new direction - and a new governor.🔔 🔔 🔔 🔔 Hit subscribe and turn on notifications — more powerful voices coming soon!!! https://tinyurl.com/ypne8fauTHIS EPISODE WAS FILMED ON JULY 9, 2026⭐ Featuring:State Rep. Josh Elliott🎧 Host: Arav Kapoor, The GeoPolitical📲 CONNECT WITH ME ON LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aravka/FOLLOW ME ON INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tgp_now/?hl=enFOLLOW ME ON X: https://x.com/tgp_nowThe GeoPolitical's Blog on Substack → https://thegeopolitical.substack.com⸻On the road? You can also listen to The GeoPolitical (audio-only) on your favorite podcast platforms:Spotify → https://tinyurl.com/22mehw4sApple Podcasts → https://tinyurl.com/4st7hhdvAmazon Music → https://tinyurl.com/4wztzz73


Arav Kapoor hosts The GeoPolitical, a series of conversations that dig into the deep connections between our world's landscapes, power structures, and past events. Each episode features interviews with a diverse range of guests, from renowned experts to individuals with unique ground-level perspectives, all contributing to a richer understanding of the forces that shape our lives. The discussions flow freely across disciplines, examining how geography influences political decisions, how economic policies are rooted in historical context, and how these elements are forever intertwined. You'll hear nuanced explorations of current global tensions, the historical underpinnings of regional conflicts, and the economic realities that define nations and communities. This podcast thrives on the belief that to understand the present, we must map the intricate routes of history, terrain, and human ambition. Tune in for thoughtful dialogue that refuses to treat these subjects in isolation, offering instead a connected and compelling narrative about the world as it is and how it came to be.
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