Letter to the editor: County should return its two Senate incumbents

The Primary Election is next week, when Vermont citizens have the opportunity to begin to select the folks who will lead us for the next two years. Addison County has greatly benefited from the leadership, knowledge and hard work of our two dedicated senators, Chris Bray and Ruth Hardy.

On the one hand, it’s a nice dilemma for Democrats to be facing: choosing two Senate candidates from three terrific prospects, all respected, effective leaders. One does have to choose, though, so here’s what’s guiding my selection: data privacy.

As a senator, my top priorities are to work for, communicate with, and advocate for my constituents. I collaborate with Vermonters to develop sound legislation on issues including healthcare, education, and government accountability.

I believe Ruth is the right candidate for the job because she is thorough, accessible, and has genuine concern for the needs of her constituents.

I’d like to just make a personal endorsement of our state Sen. Ruth Hardy now that I have come to know her after her repeated appearances at Rochester’s Democratic Committee.

I am writing to ask the people of Addison County to vote for Senator Chris Bray and Senator Ruth Hardy in the Democratic Party primary on Aug. 13. Senators Bray and Hardy are dedicated leaders who work hard to represent the best interests of all of us.

As a member of Gen-Z and a local educator deeply embedded in our community, I wholeheartedly endorse State Senator Ruth Hardy for re-election.

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