When I have approached Rep. Stephanie Jerome to discuss concerns about health insurance, rising costs, and increased administrative burdens on businesses, good jobs for our children that aren’t in government or hospitals, she has not been helpful in any way.
Without my knowledge or consent the editors at the paper substantially re-wrote my piece and published it under my name, which is, I believe, highly unethical. It is certainly dishonest.
If elected, I pledge to be a “NO” vote on the “Clean Heat” carbon tax and any bill raising costs to heat our homes. Both incumbent senators twice voted for this home heat carbon tax system and voted twice to override Governor Scott’s veto.
Cavendish residents are hoping the former magician can work some magic to get taxes and spending under control in the State House.
The editor – moderator went to the Whitingham event two years ago. The audience, the candidates, and the food were all delightful and he’s looking forward to meeting old friends Thursday night.
Israel has a right to defend itself against the terrorists who attacked it, says the combat veteran running against the would-have-been conscientious objector.
I wasn’t planning on running. What changed my mind? I got my property tax bill!
“Dave and the Progressives have made it unaffordable to live in Vermont,” said Rodgers. “I am worried about my grandkids being able to work and afford a house here.”
“Since there are more than two (2) signs posted on your property a building permit is required,” the Bullis Family Farm was told.
“Andrea will stand with Gov. Phil Scott to ensure he has the support he needs to sustain his vetoes, maintaining an effective check and balance on our legislative body,” former Gov. James Douglas said.
“RFK Jr. rightly acknowledged what we know to be true: that the Democratic Party establishment has made the DNC the party of deception, censorship, corruption, big pharma, big tech, big ag, and big money,” Coester said.
In the course of my short campaign for the State Senate to date, I have been the victim of the train of thought that all Republicans are alike.
The key roll call votes driving up property taxes, energy costs, health insurance premiums and more.
Trump’s past comments on immigrants seem hypocritical, especially given his family’s, VP’s backgrounds.
This as Charity Clarke has not made any indication of how aggressively she will defend the taxpayers of Vermont in the Global Warming Solutions Act lawsuit.
The GOP needs to win 52% of its House races to give Gov. Phil Scott veto support.
As the Democratic National Convention opens, Rep. Becca Balint is tweeting her concern for the high cost of housing.
A question every Vermonter should demand every candidate answer RIGHT NOW.
America deserves better than Donald Trump and JD Vance. Their brand of weirdness is not who we are.
There is much more to be done before the General Election on November 5th in order bring balance and common sense to MontpeIier.
To me the best part of our great State is You, the People,” Thayer said.
Three GOP are going to the general election to face two incumbent Windsor County Democrat senators and another Democrat newcomer in November.
As the Dems push extremist candidates, the VTGOP embraces moderates.
I don’t think that you can spend a lifetime voting like a Democrat and suddenly declare you are a Republican without proof,” Jay Shepard says.
Walz’s church in St. Paul indicates a lot about the man and his radical views.
Now Rs have the wrong player at bat.
Either Pritchard or Lacoste will face Chesnut-Tangerman. Both GOP candidates are critical of the super-majority, though they vary in rhetoric and experiences.
Why I am supporting a former Democrat to lead Vermont.
Two GOP candidates squaring off in Tuesday’s primary. The winner will face Democrat Katherine Sims.
GOP Senate candidates in the August 13 primary are Andrea Murray and Jack Williams of Weathersfield, Jonathan Gleason of Ludlow, and Robert Luhlin of Cavendish.
Endorsements for GOP lieutenant governor nomination.
The seat will be vacated by longtime state Sen. Jane Kitchel, D-Danville, who is retiring after spending more than 50 years in public service.
I am running for State Senate to address these issues and to steer Vermont toward affordability, pragmatism, school choice, and prioritizing local projects over climate mandates.
Amanda Cochrane and Shawn Hallisey, want the Dems’ nomination for the lone Caledonia Senate seat, which includes the Orange County town of Newbury.
GOP candidates working hard to raise $$ to flip Senate.
Former Hazen Union School Board chair David Kelley, Greensboro, is running as a Democrat for the Orleans-4 district House seat.
Zuckerman told Digger he was just trying to be a “very inclusive, welcoming lieutenant governor.”
“People who are able to work should be encouraged to earn a living and not just be given housing without working per ” Housing First” policy,” candidate Caulfield says.
“I am not a moderate. I am not going to settle for half measures and will not succumb to special interest groups and out of state pressure and money,” said Hanover.
Duval’s campaign draws inspiration from climate activist Greta Thunberg, reflecting a shared urgency and determination to address the climate crisis head-on.
The only incumbent was appointed and has never been elected. Another previously held the office until 2022.
Republican voters in the Addison-4 House district for Bristol, Lincoln, Monkton and Starksboro will have three candidates to choose from in the state Primary.
Protest at upcoming Harris event not the first.
“Getting Vermonters to sign the petitions was literally like pulling molars without anesthetic,” said Vicki Master, team captain and elector for Kennedy.
The 2024 election has completely changed with a single letter. It happened so swiftly and so absolutely that no one can be blamed for being a bit confused.
A popular commentator and activist now wants to more directly affect decision-making under the Golden Dome.
Kevin Hoyt, an 8th generation native Vermonter from Bennington announced he is running as an Independent candidate for Governor in 2024.
There are no contested primaries for the statewide offices of attorney general, treasurer, or auditor. Here’s some info about the contested primary candidates for governor and lieutenant governor.
When two woman from the small Lamoille County town of Waterville started waving Trump signs from the road sides and street corners, they were pleasantly shocked at the overwhelmingly positive response.
“Those delegates met in an informal meeting tonight to discuss the current state of the Presidential race and decided as a group to lend their voices to the chorus cheering Vice President Harris on,” Glidden said.
BLM wants a snap primary because “we have no idea where Kamala Harris stands on the issues, now that she has assumed Joe Biden’s place, and we have no idea of the record of her potential vice president because we don’t even know who it is yet.”
The Secret Service did not attend a security briefing provided to local special weapons and tactics (SWAT) and sniper teams the morning of July 13, 2024.
General Michael Flynn will hold a live Q & A with the audience at the documentary movie “Flynn,” which will be shown 4 PM, August 3 at Ignite Church in Williston.
Democrats are running roughly 132 House candidates, while Republicans are running 79. The Progressive party is officially running only two candidates for the 150 House seats.
“I have great respect for President Biden,” Welch writes. “He saved our country from a tyrant. He is a man of uncommon decency. He cares deeply about our democracy. He has been one of the best presidents of our time. But…..”
In 1970, Blumstein and Phelan proposed political migration to a single state for the purpose of gaining political control and then establishing a living laboratory for experimentation. Pollak takes that idea and applies it to Vermont.
Vermont’s political pundit class – with one notable exception – also has apparently decided that if you can’t say anything nice about Biden, don’t say anything at all.
Democratic incumbent senators face primaries in two Chittenden County districts, and in Windsor, Grand Isle, and Addison Counties.
A prize will be awarded for the Most Patriotic Vehicle.
“If someone heard you talking about them, would they feel respected and understood?” The state coordinator of Braver Angels describes how red can talk with blue, and vice-versa.
Part Three in a series on races for the Vermont House. List of every House candidate, thus far.
How is it that our legislature is passing bills that will double your home heating and electric bills when so many Vermonters are struggling to make ends meet?
Elizabeth Brown of Waterbury is running as a Democrat against two Democrat incumbents, both committee chairs: Theresa Wood (Human Services) and Thomas Stevens (General).
Incumbents’ departures have prompted candidates from both parties to square off in primaries in August.
Just stay home and save your vote for the November election, the robocaller told Democrat voters.
Ledbetter said, “We need a lot more housing that working people can afford or we risk losing a generation of young Vermonters now spending almost all of their paychecks on rent.”
The ribbon isn’t “his,” it’s “theirs.”
“Gov. Scott’s a popular governor. My polling shows that the most important issue for Vermonters is taxation. And the governor has talked a lot about this,” Dean told reporters.
Make America Great Again!, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum urged the state GOP convention as Trump foe and fellow Gov. Phil Scott watched.
As a well-funded, big-name headliner, Howard Dean will force Phil Scott to campaign. For real.
“I’ve come to realize I cannot step away at a time when Vermont’s Legislature is so far out of balance, so I’ve decided to run for reelection to keep working for you,” Scott said.
Scott said at a press conference this week that the Senate’s treatment of Education Secretary nominee Zoie Saunders has made him more likely to run for re-election.
The Orleans District of the Vermont Legislature includes 20 towns spanning Orleans, Caledonia, and Franklin counties.
Major graduated with a BA in Broadcast Journalism from Howard University in 1987 and is a former U.S. Army officer.
The executive committees in Colchester and Grand Isle counties both moved quickly and quietly to begin the process of picking a new state senator.
A Democratic candidate for Congress in 2022 has set his sights on running for a state senate seat in the district where Sen. Ginny Lyons now holds a seat. His platform: changes in Vermont’s health care system.
The county committee voted: “We, hereby formally Endorse and Support the presumptive Republican Presidential Nominee, Donald J. Trump, for President of the United States!”
Republicans suing Republicans in spat over county chair position.
Gov. Scott said he’s open to voting for Democrat Joe Biden. Again.
A large slate of current, former elected Republicans – and some Democrats – turned out for Haley campaign stop before tomorrow’s Super Tuesday Vermont presidential primary.
You might be familiar with the phrase “October Surprise,” where a crucial and election-shaping incident transpires shortly before an election.
Nikki Haley is coming to Vermont Sunday afternoon, and some state GOP leaders are coming out in favor of her over Donald Trump.
Burlington’s Bernie Revolution started with such hope. In a video expanded from yesterday’s version, a former Prog now running as a Republican talks about his long march to disillusionment.
Ley: “We failed when we support a Governor who refused to vote for the best president in recent history.” Dame: “I think the blame goes both ways – right? There’s plenty of Republicans Donald Trump refuses to support.”
“The work is about recognizing where our system has disproportionately impacted people of color, and digging in to how to rectify that,” Charity Clark said of her job at the Vermont Attorney General’s office in 2020.
So we are moving in the right direction, but we absolutely cannot let up. Vermont and Vermonters, literally, cannot afford another two years of the Democrat/Progressive supermajority.
The founder of the national group invited to register Vermont college students is a former senior campaign aide to Hillary Clinton and New Jersey Sen. Corey Booker.
Castro charges that Trump gave direction, “aid and comfort” to ‘insurrectionist’ Proud Boys who stormed the Capitol January 6.
If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other. (Galatians 5:15)
Several committee members have expressed outrage that McGovern made donations to national Democratic candidates.
Burlington’s mayoral candidates share differing ideas on solving the city’s housing shortage.
Vermont Republicans are currently earning an F for our participation in government with over half the municipalities having no representation. But it is not too late.
Gov. James Douglas was honored for a lifetime of public service by the Addison County Republican Committee.
“The Federal government is on an unsustainable more-government, more-spending, failed foreign policy path.”
Shannon voted against reducing police funding two years ago. Today, Democratic voters chose her over a fellow city councilor who voted for the reduction.
Gov. Phil Scott backs Nikki Haley and Chris Christie and hopes either of them – or even Ron Desantis, for that matter – will soon be the single GOP challenger to Donald Trump, he said today.
Elected officials and activists on Vermont’s left rally for Palestine, vote against funding Israel’s military response, and refuse to support a resolution condemning anti-semitism.
Just like so many times at Thunder Road, Phil Scott is in front of a large field of challengers.
Three Democrats – all women – are seeking the party nomination for mayor of Burlington.
“Most of our donors no longer live in Vermont,” GOP National Committeeman Jay Shepard told podcaster Ivan Raiklin.
