Letter to the editor: Entire state should be grateful for senator’s efforts

Vermonters owe Vermont State Senator Chris Bray a debt of gratitude for his 16 years of service in the Vermont Legislature.

I am grateful to the people of Addison County for trusting me to serve them in the General Assembly for 16 years. It has been a great honor, and I have loved the work and the people. 

Bristol Republican and first-time candidate Steven Heffernan on Tuesday beat out incumbent state Sen. Chris Bray, D-Bristol, for his seat representing Addison County, Huntington, Rochester and Buel’s Gore in the Legislature’s upper chamber.

We may be led to believe that common sense is all about “cutting taxes.” But it is not as simple as that. It is about using tax revenues in the most careful way to do what everyone needs for a good life in Vermont.

My question to Sen. Chris Bray is, how can you say you represent your constituents when you ignore everyone but the renewable industry lobby and the voices in your own head?

I support Senator Chris Bray for reelection. Chris listens, researches and collaborates to find solutions to our most pressing issues. Former Republican Governor Jim Douglas confirmed that when he said of him, “Chris Bray is an honorable public servant wi … (read more)

There’s an awful lot of destructive fear mongering going on in this election, from the Presidential level right on down to local issues.

Addison County voters got a chance this past Thursday, Oct. 10, to hear from the four major party candidates vying for two seats representing the county, Huntington, Rochester and Buel’s Gore in the state Senate. Around 80 people turned out that evening f … (read more)

Chris has been a leader on such important issues as food, agriculture, clean water, clean energy, healthcare, affordable housing, and education. His positive impact on Vermonters’ lives extends beyond his constituent towns in and near Addison County, to t … (read more)

The print, online, and TV media are full of messages stating that Senator Chris Bray “voted to raise your taxes” and that the Affordable Heat Act sponsored by him will result in large increases in fuel bills.

Ruth Hardy and Chris Bray are clear, strong voices for us in Montpelier, and I look forward to voting for their reelection to the Vermont Senate.

Senator Chris Bray (and other legislative leaders) are working hard to help Vermonters move off of the high-cost, price-volatile roller coaster of imported fossil fuels. He deserves our appreciation for this important work.

Incumbent state Democratic Sens. Chris Ruth Hardy of Middlebury and Chris Bray of Bristol will advance to the Nov. 5 general election. That was decided by voters who filled out the Democratic ballot in Tuesday’s primary elections.

We are incredibly fortunate to be represented by Senators Ruth Hardy and Chris Bray, two outstanding, widely-respected incumbents whose years of experience have earned them senior leadership positions in the state senate.

The primary for Vermont statewide offices is next Tuesday, August 13th, and I’m supporting Senator Chris Bray.