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Previewing the 2026 Election After One Year of Trump
Analysis on the impact of federal policies, immigration, and the challenges surrounding education spending and property taxes will have on the ’26 election.
Vermont Conservation Voters and Partner Organizations Release 2026 Environmental Common Agenda
Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV) has released the 2026 Environmental Common Agenda, which lays out this year’s top legislative priorities for the Vermont environmental community. VCV releases the Common Agenda every January when the legislature convenes in...
Meet our Rising Star Award Winners
A conversation with this biennium’s Rising Star Awards, Rep. Tomlinson and Rep. Torre. Plus, a preview of the 2026 Environmental Common Agenda.
Vermont Conservation Voters Presents Rep. Chloe Tomlinson and Rep. Dara Torre with 2026 Environmental Rising Star Awards
VCV presents this year’s Environmental Rising Star Awards to Representative Chloe Tomlinson (P/D-Winooski) and Representative Dara Torre (D-Moretown).
Setting Intentions w/ Rep. Becca Balint
In this engaging conversation, Congresswoman Becca Balint discusses her experiences in the Vermont Senate, her commitment to environmental stewardship, and the challenges facing democracy and climate progress today. She addresses the implications of the SAVE Act on voter access, critiques anti-environmental legislation, and emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to development and environmental protection. Balint also shares her personal intentions for resilience and optimism in her work, drawing inspiration from fellow Vermont political figures.
Campaigns, Candidates, and Creemees
On this surprise bonus episode in between seasons, host Justin Marsh guests on the “There’s No ‘A’ in Creemee” podcast hosted by Joanna Grossman and former Sen. Andy Julow (D-Grand Isle). The trio discusses campaigning, upcoming candidate trainings, and of course – creemees.



