Opinion Steve McLeod Opinion Steve McLeod

LETTER: Elect moderates, not socialists

As a retired small business owner, high-level employee of several small businesses, and as a former state representative, I have a unique perspective on the impact socialism is having in this year’s election.

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Opinion John Bossange Opinion John Bossange

Op-Ed: Will Democrats help elect Gov. Scott again?

It’s been no secret that Gov. Phil Scott has benefited greatly during his time as our governor from the support he has received from mainstream, moderate Democrats. The mass exodus of Democratic Party loyalists has been key to his overwhelming victories.

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Opinion Ann B. Graham Opinion Ann B. Graham

LETTER: Character is on the ballot

Throughout this debate and her entire campaign, Molly Gray has shown me that she is the kind of person who will lead respectfully, intelligently, and humbly. With so many unknowns and complexities in the political battles ahead, she possesses the qualities we need in a leader right now, regardless of party affiliation.

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Opinion Jerry Tarrant Opinion Jerry Tarrant

LETTER: ‘These are not national Republicans’

I believe we all want the same things for Vermont. We want to make the cost of living more affordable, including the cost of healthcare, housing, and education, and we want a safe, clean environment. But we have different ideas about how to achieve those goals.

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Opinion Elizabeth Brown Opinion Elizabeth Brown

COMMENTARY: Can Vermont afford Proposal 3?

Last year, Vermont's population fell by a larger share than any other state’s. From 2015 to 2025, private-sector jobs grew 12.6% nationally. In Vermont, they fell 0.6%. Our cost of living runs 13.5% above average, and after adjusting for it, we rank 42nd in disposable income per person. What does that have to do with Proposal 3? A lot.

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Opinion Judi Daly Opinion Judi Daly

LETTER: Man Without a Plan

Gov. Phil Scott’s strategy of flying below the radar so that the Trump administration doesn’t notice us is not a plan and doesn’t work. The president’s policies affect all of us whether he mentions Vermont or not.

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