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St. Albans Messenger Editorial
Two years ago in the heated gubernatorial contest between Democratic candidate Peter Shumlin and Republican Brian Dubie, our choice was Mr. Dubie. We were skeptical of Mr. Shumlin’s partisan nature and we welcomed the balance, energy and integrity Mr. Dubie would bring to the office. Mr. Shumlin narrowly won and two years later he is [...]
Shumlin for Governor
Gov. Peter Shumlin’s first term has been characterized by historic challenges and accomplishments. There is still much work to be done on the numerous projects he has initiated, and he deserves another term. His most notable accomplishment has been the initial stage of his administration’s work on health care reform. Shumlin effectively built support for [...]
For governor: Peter Shumlin
The Burlington Free Press editorial board recommends Peter Shumlin, the Democratic incumbent, for a second term as governor of Vermont. A string of natural disasters — a massive snowstorm, record flooding and a tropical storm — tested the new governor in his first year in office. The Shumlin administration passed the tough test managing disaster [...]
Sanders Says Vermont Health Care Reform Is Model For U.S.
An annual Montpelier conference on mental health drew different political perspectives on a single-payer health care system. Both Gov. Peter Shumlin and his Republican challenger Randy Brock addressed the gathering of the Vermont Association for Mental Health and Addiction Recovery. Brock said he was concerned that a single payer system could limit a [...]
Vt. CEOs optimistic about economy
Vt. CEOs optimistic about economy The CEOs of Vermont’s largest companies are more optimistic about the economy than their counterparts around the country. The latest survey by the Vermont Business Roundtable shows 62 percent of the state’s largest companies expect to see an increase in sales in the next six months. And 43 percent expect [...]
Mayors Of Seven Vermont Cities Endorse Shumlin’s Re-election
Mayors Of Seven Vermont Cities Endorse Shumlin’s Re-election BOB KINZEL – A tripartisan group of seven of Vermont’s eight mayors gathered at the Statehouse to endorse incumbent Democrat Peter Shumlin’s re-election effort. The group includes Democrats, a Republican, a former Republican and an Independent. Republican Thom Lauzon is the mayor of Barre City and [...]
Vermont sees incomes rise in 2011
Census: Vt. leads in income growth MONTPELIER — Vermont is seeing a mix of economic news: Its unemployment rate jumped in August by 0.3 percentage point for the second month in a row, the state Department of Labor said Friday. But at 5.3 percent, it remained the fifth lowest in the country and [...]
Shumlin touts record as he launches re-election campaign
BENNINGTON BANNER: Shumlin touts record as he launches re-election campaign NEAL P.GOSWAMI Staff Writer BENNINGTON — His first two-year term nearing completion, Democratic Gov. Peter Shumlin crisscrossed the state Monday meeting with the media, chatting with business owners and shaking hands with anyone who crossed his path before his official re-election campaign [...]
Shumlin Officially Starts ‘Vigorous’ Campaign
Shumlin officially starts ‘vigorous’ campaign By Peter Hirschfeld RUTLAND — In a daylong campaign launch that touched down in points across Vermont, Gov. Peter Shumlin on Monday urged voters to “stick with the current plan to grow jobs and economic opportunities for Vermonters.” The first-term Democrat long ago made clear his intentions to seek another [...]
Vt. among top dozen states for job growth
TEMPE, Ariz. — A new study from Arizona State University says Vermont was among the top 12 states for job growth from July of 2011 to July of this year.
Shumlin earns nod from firefighters
Posted on June 19. By Peter Hirschfeld: The Professional Firefighters of Vermont unveiled endorsements today in statewide races, and true to Vermont form, the 300-member organization wasn’t afraid to split the ticket. Democrats Peter Shumlin, TJ Donovan, Beth Pearce and Jim Condos won endorsements for their bids for governor, attorney general, state treasurer and secretary [...]
Gov. Shumlin announces re-election bid
Burlington Free Press June 12, 2012 MONTPELIER — Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin says he’s running for re-election. Shumlin formally announced Tuesday his re-election bid, although it has been clear for some time he planned to seek re-election. Shumlin says he’s proud of what has been accomplished during his 16 months in office. He says there [...]
Shumlin’s record: The new governor managed the Tropical Storm Irene crisis with aplomb
What bad luck. Less than eight months after Peter Shumlin took office as governor, Vermont
Shumlin Outlines Details Of Federal Disaster Relief
Vermont Public Radio – June 16, 2011 (Host) Governor Peter Shumlin says he’s optimistic that all Vermont counties that have suffered damage from recent flooding will be eligible for federal disaster relief programs. Federal officials have now identified seven counties for relief, and another three counties are seeking the designation. VPR’s Bob Kinzel reports: (Kinzel) [...]
Shumlin Signs Health Care Bill Into Law
Vermont Public Radio – May 26, 2011 (Host) Governor Peter Shumlin has signed a bill that puts Vermont on a path to become the first state in the country to adopt a single-payer health system. Shumlin said Vermont is now a national leader on health care. And a local grassroots group wants to help other [...]
Vt. governor hails achievements as session closes
Bloomberg Business Week – May 6, 2011 Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin is praising Vermont lawmakers for balancing the budget without raising broad-based taxes and for passing an ambitious health care bill designed to move the state toward a publicly financed system that provides coverage to everyone. The governor made the remarks as the House of [...]
Governor pitches in to fill potholes
WCAX- April 6, 2011 Middlesex, Vermont – It’s rough ride around Vermont. Potholes are everywhere. This is the worst season in the past few years. “It’s jaggedy and can throw your car around if you have a lightweight car. So it’s kind of dangerous and needs to be repaved and fixed,” said Al Jones of [...]
Shumlin calls for rail investment in Northeast
By Chris Garofolo, Reformer Staff Brattleboro Reformer – Tuesday April 5, 2011 BRATTLEBORO — Vermont Gov. Peter Shumlin has joined other governors in the Northeast urging the federal government to increase the high-speed rail investment in the region. In a letter sent to the U.S. Department of Transportation on Monday, eight governors of Northeastern states [...]
Grants will build new local housing
By Neal Goswami Bennington Banner – Monday April 4, 2011 BENNINGTON — Housing grants awarded by the state will serve several projects in Bennington County and add additional affordable housing. Gov. Peter Shumlin announced $2.4 million in Vermont Community Development Program grants in Rutland Monday, including $650,000 to the town of Bennington, the Regional Affordable Housing [...]
Q & A with Governor Peter Shumlin
Manchester Journal – April 1, 2011 MANCHESTER – Two weeks ago, before heading off to the Bennington County Courthouse to take part in the town’s launch of its 250th anniversary celebration., Gov. Peter Shumlin stopped by our newsroom for an interview. The following are excerpts from that discussion. JOURNAL: What’s been your biggest surprise since [...]
Voice of the Free Press: Recommendation for Vermont governor
10/24 Voice of the Free Press: Recommendation for Vermont governor
Editorial: A time to hunker down or move forward? Shumlin for governor
10/21 Editorial: A time to hunker down or move forward? Shumlin for governor
Sanders lends his political draw to Shumlin’s gubernatorial bid
10/21 Sanders lends his political draw to Shumlin’s gubernatorial bid
Leahy tries to secure health care waiver
10/11 Leahy tries to secure health care waiver
Shumlin: Yankee plant should step up cleanup
10/12 Shumlin: Yankee plant should step up cleanup
