Democrats had big wins in Tuesday’s elections, around the country and in Connecticut.

Across the state, Dems flipped several open seats previously held by Republicans.

Their marquee victory was in New Britain where Democratic State Representative Bobby Sanchez flipped the mayor’s office after Erin Stewart, a 12-year Republican incumbent, stepped away to run for governor.

Stewart, who benefited from Democratic support during her former campaigns, congratulated Sanchez on his victory.

“I wish him nothing but the best, this is about the success of our city and I’m always here to help, if he wants it,” Stewart said.

Across the country, Democrats brought home major wins on Tuesday night. They include governorships in Virginia and New Jersey, as well as the passage of the California redistr

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