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VPR Host Mitch Wertlieb, Hosts Renée Montagne and Steve Inskeep

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Selections from the Archive

One-Party Rule Hasn’t Always Guaranteed Harmony

Wednesday, 11/10/10

When Governor-elect Peter Shumlin takes office in January, it will mark the first time since the Howard Dean administration that both chambers of the legislature-and the Governor's office-will be under Democratic leadership.  But that one-party majority doesn't necessarily mean harmony will reign in Montpelier.
The Role Of Minor Parties And Independents In Elections

Tuesday, 10/26/10

It's a crowded field to be sure, and media outlets including VPR, struggle with how to include as many voices as possible. VPR's Mitch Wertlieb discusses the role of those candidates in an election with Tony Gierzynski, a Professor of Political Science at the University of Vermont
Political Survey Becomes Issue In Campaign Ads

Wednesday, 10/06/10

A dubious distinction from a small sampling of a Seven Days survey is being used against Peter Shumlin by his political opponents in commercials and press releases.
Caretakers Protect Vermont’s Summits

Tuesday, 07/13/10

VPR's Mitch Wertlieb talks with  Annie Bellerose, one of the caretakers of the Long Trail who spend their summers advising hikers, and answering questions about the trail.