Analysis: Shumlin Elected DGA Chair

Governor Peter Shumlin was just elected as chair of the Democratic Governor’s Association. He says the position gives Vermont a stronger voice in national issues that affect the state. Political scientist Eric Davis explains how it raises Shumlin’s own political profile as well.

A ‘Half-Step’ Toward Marijuana Legalization

Last week’s election energized supporters of marijuana legalization, with Colorado and Washington voters legalizing the drug in their states. In Burlington, voters passed a non-binding­ referendum with 70 percent of the vote in favor of legalizing, taxing and regulating cannabis and hemp.