Welcome Rochester to the now 27 towns in the Addison Senate District! If re-elected in November, I will be one of two state senators who will represent Rochester in the Vermont Senate. Rochester voters will see my name and the name of my district-mate, Senator Chris Bray, on the ballot, rather than the three senators… Continue reading Welcome Rochester!
Several months ago, I endorsed my friend Becca Balint for U.S. Congress. Becca has the integrity, experience, and compassion to be an excellent Congresswoman for Vermont. I have served with Becca in the Vermont Senate over the past four years and seen her bring diverse groups of people together to solve complex problems for our… Continue reading Becca Balint for Congress
I am posting this press release on behalf of the nine members of the Addison County Democratic Legislative Delegation. Collectively, today we called on Peter Newton to resign his position as Addison County Sheriff. See below for the full text and official copy of our statement. On Tuesday, June 28, 2022, Addison County Sheriff Peter… Continue reading Addison County Democratic Legislative Delegation Calls for Immediate Resignation of Sheriff Peter Newton
Last week's Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade was a gut punch to reproductive rights and access to vital health care for millions of Americans. The Court did as expected, caved to the radical religious right, permanently sullied the legitimacy of the Court, and underscored that in their opinion the rights of women are… Continue reading Abortion Rights in Vermont
It's officially summer! As always, June is packed with celebrations and new beginnings. Below are some highlights of June activities, connections to recent legislative work, and important information about early voting and COVID vaccinations.Early Primary Voting Begins SaturdayThis is a huge election year in Vermont, so voting is more important than ever! More than one-third… Continue reading June Celebrations & Activities
