Comments for Peter Shumlin for Governor

Comment on Brian Dubie takes a shot on Vermont Yankee by Craig Kneeland

Craig Kneeland — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 12:16:06 +0000

Dubie would like to step into those Douglas Dancing Shoes but they just don’t seem to fit him. It’s unfortunate for his campaign, but he is much more “cutting edge” as Lt. Governor.

Comment on Doctor Deb Richter by Craig Kneeland

Craig Kneeland — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 11:47:25 +0000

Peter Shumlin takes on the difficult issues before waiting to see which way the political wind is blowing. How refreshing this is after recent years of listening to our Governor constantly announcing: “What I hear Vermonters saying…”.

Peter Shumlin is a leader that thinks first and raises issues really important for Vermonters; whether we have yet talked about it our not.

Comment on Health Care Professionals Endorse Peter! by Edward C. Day

Edward C. Day — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 14:42:20 +0000

I would be interested to hear what Peter Shumlin’s views and, if in the making, programs and policies, are with regard to passenger rail within and beyond Vermont.

Comment on Powering the Future: Focusing on Green Energy in Vermont by John Doe

John Doe — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 06:45:36 +0000

Yeah. Shumlin has always been the strongest candidate in advocating for the closure of VY. From what I’ve seen closing VY and committing to renewables are two of his highest priorities.

Comment on Job Creation: A Brighter Economic Future by Bruce Wilson

Bruce Wilson — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 14:39:31 +0000

Peter will be an excellent Governor! He truly believe in the future of our youth! I know this because he came out to speak to parents and youth at our grand opening of the Chill Out Center in the Unversity Mall. He explained to parents how important it is to find positive avenues that our youth can travel on and be creative to each youth. Everyone know that youth are our future! Vermont youth 16-25 ylo are at the highest risk on drugs, alcohol and tobacco per-capita. We need Peter to help us find alternatives to these risky behaviors and I know he will spare nothing to accomplish this.. Please everyone help Peter support our youth!

Comment on Health Care: A Challenge and an Opportunity by Diane Taylor

Diane Taylor — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 22:14:43 +0000

Providing for healthcare is one of my top priorities. If I did not have to worry about the cost of insurance, I would have virtually nothing to worry about. As it is, this issue leaves me feeling trapped.

Comment on Powering the Future: Focusing on Green Energy in Vermont by Anthony Sepe

Anthony Sepe — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:08:19 +0000

I’m sorry if I missed this, but is Peter committed to closing VY if he is elected?

Comment on Powering the Future: Focusing on Green Energy in Vermont by Roger Maple

Roger Maple — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 13:14:04 +0000

If you are supporting commercial wind power in Vermont, you just lost my vote! Take a look on the internet and discover the rapidly growing segment of Vermonters who feel the same way. The scenic beauty of our ridge lines may be the most important thing we have in drawing tourists, second home owners and a talented work force to our state. Wind will certainly be an important component in developing our nation’s energy future, but there is a right and a wrong place to do it. Vermont is the WRONG place. There are a number of other ways in which we can do our part without destroying the heart of our state.

Comment on VPR: Marijuana Becomes Issue in Gov Race by vt6spd

vt6spd — Wed, 07 Jul 2010 23:37:32 +0000

So, fine the users, put it on their records. If drugs are legalized, lets tax the heck out of them! Tax bad food too! Get people to swing from potato chips to apples, and from beer to lemonade. From marijuana to bubble gum. People have choices, unfortunately the bad choice is the more affordable- 6 pack or pepsi should not cost more than a 6 pack of budweiser! Let’s get it together people!

Comment on Vermont's Seniors: Caring for our Elders by Patricia Le Page

Patricia Le Page — Fri, 02 Jul 2010 19:24:02 +0000

I was interested in what you spoke about in your Vision statement. However, considering the size of the future older population of Vermont, I believe that we all need to learn to be as self-sufficient as possible. Older people (and I am seventy years old) are not primarily concerned that we will be cared for. We also want to be valued as an integral part of the population. We want to continue to be part of and contribute to the community and to the world. Many of us will live to be 100 and beyond. Being older is not primarily about health issues and assisted living! What we wish for is to have lives rich with experience and adventure (yes, adventure!) – just like everyone else!