To the editor: I believe we need new energy, compassion, and a proven record of getting things done in the Vermont House, which is why I’m voting for David Kelley in the Democratic primary on August 13 to represent us in Greensboro, Glover, Craftsbury, and Albany. New energy: David was[Read More…]

To the editor: I was surprised to read in a letter to the editor in your paper a few days ago that I had run for office in Franklin County. Since I have never even lived in Franklin County, much less sought any office there, my interest was piqued by[Read More…]

To the editor: We are fortunate to have David Kelley and Leann Harple both running for the Vermont House from Albany, Craftsbury, Glover and Greensboro. I have known and have worked with both candidates. Additionally, I served in the Vermont Senate in the 1980’s and 1990’s and know something about[Read More…]

To the editor: Leanne Harple has won my vote in the August 13 Democratic primary for House District Orleans-4. Here’s why.With young kids at home and a teaching career, Leanne is the only candidate in the race who is living the largest challenge facing Vermont: To be a state where[Read More…]

To the editor:  The first presidential debate has sent the media into a feeding frenzy, the Democratic caucus into disarray, and democratic voters into apoplexy, like rabbits in the headlights of oncoming trucks. Regardless of who leads the top of the Democratic ticket in November, there are critical U.S. Senate[Read More…]

To the editor: After a very good, civil debate between all three candidates for the Vermont House Orleans District 4 held by the Craftsbury Public Library and the Craftsbury Freedom and Unity Committee, Leanne Harple has won my vote. All of the candidates had good ideas, yet Harple stands out.[Read More…]

To the editor: On Tuesday night I attended the forum in Glover to listen to the candidates for the Orleans-Caledonia district for the Vermont House. All three of the candidates hail from multiple generations of Vermont heritage and spoke of their commitment to the families in our region through support[Read More…]

To the editor: On Monday, June 17, the Vermont Legislature completed its work of the 2023-2024 biennium and it’s a little bit bittersweet for me. For the first time in 46 years, I won’t be seeking reelection to the Vermont Senate in this year’s November election and I will retire[Read More…]

To the editor: We all understand that we should not change horses midstream. However,we should change saddles. Reverse the Biden / Harris ticket to becomethe Harris / Biden ticket. Doing so respects Joe Biden and gives all ofus a very powerful alternative to patriarchy, sexism and fascism in theperson of[Read More…]

To the editor: There is a primary election on August 13. Please put the date on your calendar. You can vote now if you so desire at the town clerk’s office or by requesting an absentee ballot.   The primary includes a contest between two Democrats running to represent Craftsbury,[Read More…]

To the editor: I have worked closely with David Kelley in efforts to keep wake boats off Caspian Lake in order to preserve and protect our lake’s water quality, its wildlife and traditional uses. I am writing in support of his candidacy for the Vermont House because I know that[Read More…]

To the editor: For a brighter Vermont, choose Katherine Sims for State Senate. As a parent in this close-knit community, I often worry about the world my children will inherit. Will they have an affordable home? Receive a quality education? Will they find fulfilling work that matches our rising cost[Read More…]