The end of a legislative session always brings mixed reviews - some of them on the outcomes, some on the process itself.
From my perspective, this was a successful session on both counts.
First the process. We had a new governor, cabinet, and staff. In the Senate, we had six new senators; a new lieutenant governor presiding over the Senate; a new secretary of the Senate, and a new president pro tem. We had two new members out of three on the Committee on Committees (they make all committee assignments in the Senate).
Needless to say, we did not hit the ground running. Like learning to drive a standard transmission, it took a while to get to the point where we were running smoothly. But in spite of that rough start, we ended the session early, passed some thoughtful and major pieces of legislation, and worked on. We passed legislation that doesn't get press but is important.
Thanks to Windham County for having faith in me - sending me back to Montpelier for my fifth term as your Senator. Thanks to the candidates - Peter Galbraith, Hilary Cooke, Lynn Corum, Aaron Diamonstone, and Toby Young. Democracy requires participation, and I applaud you for becoming involved. Thanks...
Over the years my campaign has had a number of yard signs printed and distributed. During the 23 months between elections they have many uses: yard sale or garden produce signs, roofs for pet shelters, boot trays, kids play structures, and on and on. But now they need to...