Four Democrats and three Republicans took part in back-to-back debates at the Double E Performance Center in Essex.
At VTDigger debate, U.S. House candidates grapple with Roe, court reforms and Jan. 6
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Gray, Balint campaigns tussle over super PACs, though none have entered the race
Super PACs have yet to buy ads in Vermont’s marquee political race, but that’s not stopping two leading candidates from arguing about them.
Democratic candidates for attorney general vow to increase abortion protections if elected
Charity Clark and Rory Thibault said they would work with lawmakers to take additional steps, using existing and new legislation, to make Vermont a “safe harbor” for people seeking an abortion — whether or not those people live in the state.
Washington County state’s attorney candidates look to address domestic violence and expand diversion programs
Democrats Michelle Donnelly and Bridget Grace largely see eye-to-eye on the most pressing issues facing the county’s justice system. But not entirely.
A new Burlington-based Senate district gives rise to new contenders
For Progressives, the redrawn district will serve as a key battleground to maintain influence in a Democrat-dominated chamber.
Early voting in the primary election begins in many towns across Vermont
Many Vermont towns have received their ballots for the Aug. 9 primary election, signaling the kickoff of early voting.
In Windsor County, sheriff’s race focuses on Vermont’s ‘policing for profit’ model
The Democratic primary pits longtime sheriff’s deputy Thomas Battista against Ludlow police officer and Windsor Selectboard Chair Ryan Palmer. Palmer has brought attention to the Vermont law that allows sheriffs to pocket 5% of all contracts secured by their departments.
Phil Scott appoints former Administration Secretary Susanne Young to complete attorney general’s term
After 40 years in public service, Young retired from state government last November. She’s coming back to complete the six months left in TJ Donovan’s term.
Phil Scott declines to nominate replacement prosecutors in Addison and Rutland counties before election
The governor decided to keep deputy prosecutors in the top jobs until new state’s attorneys are elected in November. Both deputies filling in during the interim are running to be their counties’ next state’s attorneys.
US House candidates to square off at VTDigger debate in Essex
The latest event in the Digger Debate Series is scheduled to take place June 28 at 6 p.m. at the Double E Performance Center. Register now to attend in person or online.
