How are the leaders chosen in the colony of Connecticut?

In the colony of Connecticut, leaders were primarily chosen through a system of popular elections. The Fundamental Orders of 1638-1639 established a framework for governance, allowing freemen (landowning men) to elect a governor and a General Court, which served as the legislative body. This system reflected a degree of democratic principles, as it permitted the electorate to have a say in their leadership. Over time, these practices evolved, but the foundation of electing leaders remained central to Connecticut's governance.