BRATTLEBORO — I have been working closely with Valerie Stuart since she won the primary and became the Democratic candidate for the House of Representatives in Brattleboro District 1, the seat I have had the privilege of holding for the past 20 years. I must say that I have been very impressed with her both as a person and as a candidate.
Serving as a state representative is a wonderful way to make a difference, if one is willing to listen and work hard. Valerie has shown her enthusiasm to do both. When she tackles a project, she does her homework, gets input from other people, and dives in with all cylinders firing. She has the energy and hard-working determination it takes to be a good state representative.
To that, add her strong background of service to Brattleboro; her deep caring for children and families, agriculture, and our environment; and the prosperity of our community at large. She will make a great state rep.
Valerie's experience and skills will complement those of our other two Brattleboro state reps, Sarah Edwards and Mollie Burke, forging a new team that will continue to fight for the needs and concerns of Brattleboro - and Windham County in general - in the Vermont House.
I am voting for Valerie Stuart for Brattleboro District 1 State Representative, and I hope my District 1 neighbors and friends will do the same. Please vote at Brattleboro Union High School on Nov. 2.