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State Treasurer Jeb Spaulding
Peter Shumlin is the right person to lead Vermont to a bright and prosperous future as our next Governor. Like President Obama, Peter possesses a combination of traits that not too many people have: a clear forwarding thinking vision and the ability to energize people combined with practicality and an understanding of what is realistic and, most importantly, how to get tough things done.
VPR: Marijuana Becomes Issue in Gov Race
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Treasurer Spaulding puts money on Shumlin
By DANIEL BARLOW Vermont Press Bureau Published: June 23, 2010 MONTPELIER – State Treasurer Jeb Spaulding, a Democrat known for his fiscal restraint, endorsed Senate President Peter Shumlin Tuesday in his bid to become the next governor of Vermont. Spaulding said he made the unusual move of endorsing a candidate in the Democratic primary because [...]
Jeb Spaulding Endorses Peter Shumlin
Our campaign for Governor got AN EXCITING ENDORSEMENT YESTERDAY from State Treasurer Jeb Spaulding. “Peter has the track record, capacity and commitment to protect the public purse and the vision, creativity and passion to make Vermont a great place to grow jobs,” said Jeb Spaulding. Jeb lauded Peter’s work to reform our tax system to spur [...]
Peter Principled?
Shumlin’s got the political mojo, but can he win Vermonters’ trust? By Andy Bromage [06.23.10] link to full article Lots of people were surprised last February when the Vermont Senate pushed through a vote against relicensing the state’s aging nuclear power plant. Except, perhaps, those who know something about gubernatorial candidate Peter Shumlin. Shumlin, the [...]
Rory McGarghan
I support Peter Shumlin because he has an intimate knowledge of how Vermont works and what it needs to succeed. Peter grew up in Southern Vermont with his brother and sister, and now owns his own small business. Because of this longtime experience as a small business owner, Peter actually understands the stress that employers [...]
Norman Woolworth
I support Peter because of not what he has already done for Vermont, but more importantly, his vision for Vermont’s future. As President of the Vermont Senate for over a decade Peter led the charge to pass marriage equality over Governor Douglass’ veto and shut down the aging Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant. Peter understands [...]
Peter Files for Governor
At 10:30 this morning, Peter was joined by a group of volunteers at the Secretary of State’s Office where he submitted more than 1,261 signatures to place Peter on the ballot in August. We more than doubled the signatures required to get Peter onto the ballot and it was thanks to our loyal volunteers who [...]
Emilee Boyle
I support Peter because he has the experience to lead Vermont. He made smart decisions about controversial issues during his tenure as Senate President, such as passing marriage equality, climate change legislation that Al Gore called the “toughest” in the country and shutting down Vermont Yankee. As a small business owner, Peter knows what it [...]
Patrick Doran
Peter has the prowess and the diligence to steer Vermont towards a sustainable economic environment that caters to the ambitions of its small business owners, a healthcare system that is built around quality, access, and affordability, and a strong environmental policy that recognizes the potential that follows investing in renewable energy sources; which will create [...]
Andrew Higley
I am supporting Peter Shumlin for governor because of his proven track record of strong leadership and ability to get things done. As a college student, I am increasingly concerned with the rising costs of tuition and the difficulty of finding jobs after graduation. I believe Peter to be the best candidate to take on [...]
Jeffrey Hollender
Peter isn’t afraid to do what’s right and he has the leadership skills and experience to protect our environment and create jobs. If the Gulf crisis has taught us anything it is that we can’t do business as usual. In an age where climate change threatens our way of life, tough leadership is required…I can [...]
Jeffrey Hollender Endorses Peter Shumlin
Jeffrey Hollender, the founder and Chief Inspired Protagonist of Seventh Generation has endorsed Peter Shumlin.
VPR: Officials Study Re-Located Vermont Yankee Pipes
Experts say relocating buried pipes above ground may be part of the solution to radioactive leaks at nuclear power plants around the country.
But some Vermont officials question whether it would be worth relocating the pipes at Vermont Yankee until they decide if its license will be extended.
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Leadership wants Yankee pipes rebuilt above ground
By DANIEL BARLOW VERMONT PRESS BUREAU – Published: June 3, 2010 MONTPELIER — The Democratic leaders of the state House and Senate called on the owners of the Vermont Yankee nuclear power plant to replace its entire underground piping system after the discovery of yet another radioactive leak. Senate President Peter Shumlin and House Speaker [...]
Peter Shumlin on Vermont Edition
There’s a wide field of candidates for governor, and the primary campaigns are well underway. This month on Vermont Edition we’re interviewing the major party candidates and getting their positions on key issues facing the state. On Wednesday our series kicks off with Democrat Peter Shumlin, president pro tempore of the Vermont Senate. We learn about Shumlin’s platform and how he approaches key issues facing the state.
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Peter on Vermont Edition
From Vermont Public Radio’s Vermont Edition: “There’s a wide field of candidates for governor, and the primary campaigns are well underway. This month on Vermont Edition we’re interviewing the major party candidates and getting their positions on key issues facing the state. On Wednesday our series kicks off with Democrat Peter Shumlin, president pro tempore [...]
Listen to Peter on Vermont Edition
Join Peter for a conversation with Vermont Public Radio’s, Jane Lindholm, on Vermont Edition tomorrow, Wednesday June 2 at Noon.
Beth Robinson
One year ago today, under Peter Shumlin’s leadership, the legislature overrode Governor Douglas’ veto to enact marriage equality in Vermont. It was a proud moment for our state. That’s why I’m proud to support my friend Peter Shumlin in his bid for Governor and it’s why I’m writing to you today. Make no mistake about [...]
Bern Terry
“With five Democratic candidates running in the primary, I was undecided until I met Peter. He’s sharp, knows the issues and he’s a pragmatic leader who gets things done. He’s experienced in business and his track record make him the right choice for Vermont in these tough times.”
- Bern Terry, Lincoln
Bruce MacLean
“I support Peter Shumlin for Governor because he has common sense solutions to the challenges Vermont faces and the guts to make difficult political decisions, when many other politicians shy away from them. In addition, Peter has consistently demonstrated his ability to clearly articulate his position on the issues of our time, without the spin attributed to most other politicians.”
- Bruce MacLean, Peacham
Ginny Hiland
“Peter Shumlin has the knowledge and skills to lead Vermonters toward a solid economy, dependable and affordable energy, excellence in education and universal health care.”
- Ginny Hiland, Shoreham
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