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Today, the Hartford Courant has reported that Senator Chris Dodd of Connecticut has a new challenger in the Democratic Party in the form of Connecticut businessman Merrick Alpert. While about two months ago it seemed Dodd was in real political trouble in his own state, the Hartford publication largely down plays this challenger as being an overambitious candidate with little political experience and with a very small chance of defeating Dodd.

At the moment, it seems that Dodd has for now at least temporarily repaired his reputation enough to not be in any real danger of losing a primary. He will also have a strong base of fundraising support especially with the pledged support of President Obama. Still, it is worth noting that he now has an opponent. Two Republicans have already dropped their hats in the Senate race as well.