Vermonters for Peter
Doctor Deb Richter
As a practicing physician in Vermont, I am appalled at the excessive profits earned by the insurance companies and the drug makers. Peter Shumlin is the candidate for Governor who is best suited to address these problems. He has shown unwavering support to a single payer health care system and he has the skills and experience to get it done.
Dr. Deb Richter, MD, Montpelier
Cheryl Rivers
Peter is a real leader…There is no one in politics that I would rather go into a difficult situation with than Peter. In these times, we need a strong leader who is not afraid to take bold action and that is Peter Shumlin.
Former Senator Cheryl Rivers (D-Windsor)
Senator John Campbell
Peter has the leadership skills, business experience and vision to get our economy moving again and put Vermonters back to work…Time and time again I have watched Peter take on tough issues and bring people together to win. Whether it is taking on the prescription drug companies to lower prices for Vermonters or [...]
Senator Dick Sears
Peter is the Democratic candidate that can beat Brian Dubie and win in November. Peter is the best candidate to lead Vermont out of the recession as he understands that we can’t tax or cut our way out and that we need our focus to be on economic development. He has the even-keeled temperament of [...]
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.
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 it, [...]
Joe Congdon
I have come to the conclusion that no one is more deserving and capable to fill Vermont’s highest post then he is. It’s been said many times that all the Democratic candidates would be vastly better then their Republican counterpart, which means the only thing left to do is pick the one you feel most comfortable with. I have seen Peter’s ease and comfort as a leader and small business owner. He is a people person with the exceptional insight necessary for the years to come.
Senator Bob Hartwell
Peter has an incredible ability to bring people together to get tough things done. Vermont faces many challenges right now and Peter is the candidate we need to get our economy moving again.
Senator Bob Hartwell, Dorset
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Doctor Marvin Malek
While other candidates have spoken of the need for change, Peter Shumlin has gone further. He has repeatedly pledged himself to the task of enacting a state single payer system. What we do not need right now is timidity. We need bold leadership and that’s what Peter Shumlin will provide.
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
Bill & Carlene McCarty
“We’ve known Peter Shumlin for years. His ability to meet in good faith and accomplish great things has made him a tremendous Senator for us in Windham County. We are fortunate to have had him as our Senator for so many years and are even more fortunate to share his business experience and leadership skills with the rest of our state as our next Governor. Peter will get things done and he’ll get our state working again so that our sons will have the opportunity to remain in Vermont and succeed. Peter is exactly what our state needs at this crucial moment in our history.”
-Bill & Carlene McCarty, Brattleboro
Valerie Stuart
“I’ve known Peter Shumlin for 15 years, both as a family friend and as a politician. What I respect most about Peter is that he is a fiscal conservative and a social liberal, committed to fighting for what’s best for Vermont and Vermonters. I also admire his pragmatism, leadership skills and willingness to work with folks from both sides of the aisle. Whether it’s job creation, marriage equality, or sustainable agriculture, he has a fresh vision on how to achieve what’s necessary to make our state a wonderful place to live and visit. “
-Valerie Stuart, Brattleboro
Olivia Shumlin
“When I think about our next Governor of Vermont I not only look at what the candidate says they will do, but what they have done. My dad has lead the way on making my state the first in the country to have the courage to pass marriage equality legislation, instead of relying on the courts to do the right thing. He has fought and continues to fight issues against climate change and providing equal access to healthcare and education for all Vermonters. He has the vision to create new jobs, so that when Vermonters like myself finish college we have the option to return to our state and make a good living.
I care deeply about the future of the state where I was born and raised and I have complete confidence in my dad’s ability to get tough things done.
I urge you to join me, in supporting him. ”
-Olivia Shumlin, Putney
Scott McCarty
Peter Shumlin has decades of experience creating the change that Vermonters deserve from supporting our family farms and small businesses to investing in our local state colleges to advocating for green technology and local renewable energy products right here in Vermont. This campaign for governor is not about choosing change over experience – change only comes with experience. With an economy that needs fixing and our state’s future uncertain – we’ve never needed change more or the strength and experience to make it happen.
Scott McCarty, Brattleboro
Ellen Oxfeld
“Peter Shumlin has been a strong ally of single payer health care in the Senate, and he has been willing to back up his words with actions. He invited Professor William Hsiao, the architect of the Taiwan single payer system and one of the foremost authorities on health care in the world, to testify in Montpelier. Peter has demonstrated the ability to lead and actually make things happen in the legislature on other issues as well – notably Vermont Yankee and gay marriage. . If we are ever to get health care as a common good for all Vermonters, regardless of income, age, employment or any other factor, we will need to elect a Governor who has demonstrated the ability to do more than pay lip-service to this idea. Peter Shumlin is that person, and if he is the next governor, we will finally make real progress on health care. “
-Ellen Oxfeld
Sarah Levine
“I support Peter Shumlin for Governor because he will protect and best shape Vermont’s future. At age 16, I am familiar with what young people need and want, and under what kind of leadership we will flourish. Peter Shumlin is my choice for governor, and I am confident that he is the right choice.”
-Sarah Levine
Lynn Bedell
“With the plethora of good Democratic candidates for governor this year, you might be having difficulty deciding which to support. In my mind, only one candidate, Peter Shumlin, has ALL of the requisite qualities. Peter has the courage to take a stand for what he believes in— even if it is not politically advantageous— and can deliver on his promises. Peter is a natural leader who has the ability to articulate his position in Vermont—as well as at the national level. Vermont has suffered greatly under the Douglas administration, and is in desperate need of change. I wholeheartedly believe that Peter is the one candidate who has the vision, capability, confidence and charisma to get elected, then put Vermont back on course. I hope you’ll join me in supporting my friend, Peter Shumlin, for Governor.”
-Lynn Bedell, Williamsville
