Organizing & Messaging

We’re building community, canvassing in every district and looking for 2020 candidates now! For more details, check out our Organizing Strategy. You are the most important messenger! You are the front line when it comes to representing Democrats and sharing our values. For tips on messaging, check out our Messaging Guide. The best messaging evokes…

Legislative Update

Our legislators need to hear from us to move forward with important legislation! If you’ve already reached out, call and/or email again. Ask friends and family to reach out. We can do this! Talking points for current legislation: Paid Family Medical Leave https://rutland-democrats.org/paid-family-medical-leave/ Raising the Minimum Wage https://rutland-democrats.org/s-23-increase-the-minimum-wage/ Investing in Childcare https://rutland-democrats.org/h-531-invest-in-childcare/ Expanding Broadband https://rutland-democrats.org/h-513-broadband-expansion-bill/…

H.531 Invest in Childcare

According to Mitzi Johnson, Vermont Speaker of the House, “this bill aims to make childcare more accessible and affordable for Vermont families by placing the retention and professional development of childcare professionals as a top priority.” H.531 invests $10.5 million in Vermont’s childcare and early learning system. It includes: • increased reimbursement rates to childcare…

H.513 Broadband Expansion

To market Vermont as a place where employees can work remotely, Vermonters must have reliable internet access. Vermonters across the state, especially in rural communities, benefit when they can tap into the commerce, educational opportunities, and resources available on the web. H.513 Broadband Expansion Bill invests $1.5 million in Fiscal year 2020 into three areas…

Our plans for 2019

We have a lot of plans for the upcoming year! Planning earlier and smarter for a robust 2020 election cycle Recruiting NOW for strong candidates to win more Democratic legislative seats in 2020 Supporting our current Democratic officeholders Strengthening Democratic town committees in the county Community engagement through parades, forums, canvassing and grassroots activism Engaging…