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The Vermont Democratic Party is deeply appreciative for the dedicated and heroic service of the Vermont Air National Guard. Vermont’s service members represent the very best of our state. We honor their commitment, especially when they are called away from their families during the holiday season.

he Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) announced today that it has elected Lachlan Francis of Westminster, Vermont, as its new Party Chair during the Party’s biennial reorganization process.

Vermont Democrats believe that we must put people ahead of politics. Let’s be clear about where hyper-partisan extremism is coming from: Republicans in Congress and Donald Trump. Donald Trump and his extremist allies have chosen to shut down the government rather than work with Democrats to protect Vermonters. “Governor Scott is right that a government shutdown is harmful to Vermonters, especially our service members, veterans, and those who rely on essential services.

Vermont Democratic Party Executive Director May Hanlon today issued the following statement in response to Governor Phil Scott's Tuesday statement defending his decision to provide the Trump administration with sensitive personal information of tens of thousands of Vermonters receiving nutrition assistance:

Under Donald Trump, America has seen the weakest three-month period of job growth since the pandemic

In 1965, America took a historic step forward with the creation of Medicaid and Medicare — ensuring that older adults, low-income families, children, and people with disabilities could access essential care regardless of their circumstances. For sixty years, these programs have transformed lives and strengthened our communities.

In his first six months in office, Donald Trump has broken his promises to everyone but his billionaire backers.

Planned Parenthood Northern New England (PPNNE) recently announced the closure of its last remaining health center in Vermont’s Northeast Kingdom, marking the latest in a series of closures that began in 2022. The St. Johnsbury center will cease operations June 3, 2025, citing operational challenges including devastating flooding and persistently low reimbursement rates for services.

On Tuesday, Vermont leaders will convene a press conference to condemn the unjust detention of Mohsen Mahdawi, call for his immediate release, and denounce ICE’s unlawful actions by reaffirming their commitment to due process. Vermont Senators will spotlight ongoing legislative efforts to safeguard the rights of migrants and their families, and outline actionable steps to support immigrant communities across the state.

Earlier today, Mohsen Mahdawi—a legal resident of the United States and longtime member of the Upper Valley community—was detained by masked, armed, plainclothes individuals while attempting to complete the final step in his citizenship process at a federal immigration office in Colchester.

“Governor Phil Scott has asked Vermonters to “rise above” the chaos in Washington. He has dismissed the very real fears and concerns of Vermonters, asking instead that we focus on policies in the best interest of Vermont. The truth is, we can’t separate the two. What happens in Washington affects us here at home. 

The Vermont House passed legislation that reforms the emergency housing program away from a hotel/motel focused program to a prevention and

Vermonters have always taken pride in our motto: Freedom and Unity. It’s a reminder that our strength comes from standing together to protect the rights and dignity of all people—especially when those values are under threat.

House Democrats outlined core parts of a major education reform package today aimed at strengthening student opportunities and stabilizing

The Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) has elected Jonathan West of Manchester, Vermont as its new Interim Party Secretary.

Today Vermont Senate Democrats and various union organizations rallied together to advocate for the passage of Proposition 3

Vermont House Democrats held a press conference at the Statehouse on Tuesday afternoon to respond to Governor Phil Scott’s veto of the BAA.

The Vermont Democratic Party (VDP) announced today that it has appointed May Hanlon as Executive Director. Hanlon succeeds Jim Dandeneau, wh

The stakes are way too high. Vetoing the BAA is only compounding the White House’s reckless gutting of vital federal services Vermonters

Vermont Senate Democrats, public health advocates, and Vermont teens gathered to urge the importance of S.69, the ‘Kids Code’ bill, legislation aimed at protecting children’s privacy and safety online while holding Big Tech accountable for harmful design practices.