Laura Chapman

Hashim, Mrowicki: Match a quick learner with a teacher with experience

What would it feel like to put on an undershirt, layered with a bulletproof vest, uniform, boots, and heavy utility belt, and then holster a radio and gun - in all types of weather? Then go de-escalate volatile situations?

Now imagine doing so for nine hours a day, sometimes longer if you're in the middle of an active situation at the end of your shift.

Would you manage that with a cool head and compassionate heart?

Vermont State Trooper Nader Hashim - a candidate for Windham-4 state representative - has done so with positive intention day after day, year after year.

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