A recap of our choices for Tuesday’s vote

We know it’s hard enough to get people to vote, so we don’t to scare you, but there’s an added wrinkle this Election Day.

You will have to turn over the ballot because it’s two-sided. Yes, we know that’s some heavy lifting, and there are a lot of circles to fill in Tuesday, so we’ll try to make it a little easier for you.

The showdown for the governor’s office has grabbed most of the attention in recent weeks, but the ballot will also include competition for is the U.S. House and Senate; state House and Senate; secretary of the state; state attorney general, treasurer and comptroller.

We are not endorsing in every race, instead focusing on the most-heated contests.

Before sorting through the names, voters will get to weigh in on two questions at the top of the ballot.

The first question proposes to ensure all money in the Special Transportation Fund is used exclusively for public transit matters. We support the measure. “We long have supported a lockbox for the STF. Though the question is dryly worded, the consequences are essential” ( Oct. 26, Help put a lockbox on transportation funds ).

Voters will also decide whether to amend the constitution to require a public hearing before state land is sold, traded or donated. We support this as well, as “an important buttress against any future proposal to sell off — or swap — land in which we all have an interest” ( Nov. 1, Land disposal question deserves support).

We’ve bolded our choices in the premier races on the rest of the ballot:

Governor: “We believe Ned Lamont has the qualities — temperament and stature in the business community among them — to move Connecticut toward a more certain future.” ( Oct. 28 , Ned Lamont for governor)

Attorney General: “( William) Tong is well-versed on a myriad of matters, seasoned by eight years in the House, where he is chair of the Judiciary Committee. He can navigate the General Assembly as well as anyone, an asset for any attorney general.” (Nov. 1, William Tong for Attorney General )

U.S. Senator: “Connecticut needs a strong antidote to the Trump administration, someone who can accomplish meaningful bipartisan legislation in an otherwise divisive time. Chris Murphy is exactly right for Connecticut.” (Nov. 1, Chris Murphy for U.S. Senate )

U.S. Representative, 4th District: “They disagree on health care, voting rights, immigration, guns and climate change. That makes this an easy choice for most voters. And for us. We endorse Jim Himes.” (Nov. 2, Jim Himes in Fourth District )

U.S. Representative, 5th District: “With every issue, (Manny) Santos is consistent that government should have a limited role. ( Jahana) Hayes sees government as a positive force, while adhering to personal responsibility. Jahana Hayes’ values are better aligned with the people of the district and that is why we prefer her — and endorse her — to represent the 5th Congressional District.” (Nov. 2, Jahana Hayes in the 5th District ) State Senate, 24th District: Republican incumbent state Sen. Michael McLachlan is a “staunch conservative, he advocates for limited government. Connecticut’s promise will be achieved through wise government, however, not limited government. We would like to see Julie Kushner have the opportunity to bring her fresh approach to Hartford to tackle the serious needs of the district. We endorse Julie Kushner for the 24th state Senate seat. (Nov. 1, Julie Kushner for the 24th District )

State Senate, 26th District: Longtime Republican state Sen. Toni Boucher is facing an energetic challenger from newcomer Democrat Will Haskell. “Will Haskell has much to contribute to politics and we encourage him to stay involved. We agree with Boucher that ‘you are never too young nor too old to make a difference.’

Toni Boucher has conscientiously represented the district and we endorse her for another term.” (Nov. 1, Toni Boucher for the 26th)

State Senate, 28th District: Incumbent Tony Hwang, a Republican with 10 years of experience in the General Assembly, is challenged by Democrat Michelle McCabe, also of Fairfield “At this critical juncture in Connecticut, we’re going to bank on Hwang’s experience and ability to work across the aisle.” (Nov. 1, Tony Hwang for the 28th) State House, 2nd District (Bethel, Danbury, Redding, New

town): Democrat Raghib Allie-Brennan State House, 67th District (New Milford): Republican Bill Buckbee State House, 106th District (Newtown): Democrat Rebekah Harriman-Stites State House, 107th District (Brookfield, Bethel, Danbury): Republican Stephen Harding

State House, 108th District (New Fairfield, Sherman, New Milford, Danbury): Republican Richard Smith, uncontested State House, 109th District (Danbury): Democrat David Arconti Jr.

State House, 110th District (Danbury): Democrat Bob Godfrey

State House, 111th District (Ridgefield): Republican John Frey State House, 112th District (Newtown, Monroe): Republican JP Sredzinski, uncontested

State House, 135th District (Redding, Weston, Easton): Democrat Anne Hayes State House, 138th District (Danbury, New Fairfield, Ridge

field): Republican Michael Ferguson

There are two sides to the ballot, and at least two sides in many of the races, but the only number that really counts is how many voters turn up at the polls on Tuesday. We hope you’re among them.