Stories about 'election 2010' from the Welcome to the VPR Archive

Independent Candidate Favors Abolition Of War

By Mitch Wertlieb | October 7, 2010

One of the Vermont candidates for the U.S. House has decided it’s time to abolish war. 73-year-old Gus Jaccaci of Thetford says it can be done, using the power of direct democracy.

Political Survey Becomes Issue In Campaign Ads

By Mitch Wertlieb | October 6, 2010

A dubious distinction from a small sampling of a Seven Days survey is being used against Peter Shumlin by his political opponents in commercials and press releases.

Mitchell Says Campaign Not About Winning

By Mitch Wertlieb | October 4, 2010

Ben Mitchell is an avowed socialist, and also a realist, who says his candidacy isn’t about winning.

Transparency Becomes Issue In Secretary Of State Race

By John Dillon | September 9, 2010

The latest buzz word in the political lexicon is transparency. It’s defined as the commitment to open and accountable government. And transparency is becoming an issue in the race for secretary of state.

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Candidates Hit The Trail In Rutland

By Nina Keck | September 8, 2010

The Governor’s race has already heated up despite the start of the statewide recount today. Lieutenant Governor Brian Dubie spent the last 26 hours visiting 10 counties in the state. Meanwhile the democrats are continuing their five candidate unity tour.

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Recount Starts For Democratic Gubernatorial Primary

By VPR | September 8, 2010

A recount aimed at settling last month’s Democratic gubernatorial primary election will get under way today.

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Wait List For Housing Assistance Will Close

By Jane Lindholm | September 7, 2010

The Vermont State Housing Authority is going to stop adding names to its waiting list for Section 8 housing, and we examine the factors that have contributed to this situation. Also, an update on the general election and how the campaigns spent the holiday weekend. And we begin a four-part series on the life of a Vermont soldier in Afghanistan.