Because of contributions from the Vermont Democratic Party and local supporters, this is the first time the Democrats have had a headquarters location in Bennington County since before the COVID-19 pandemic, said county Democratic Chair Jim Ramsey.

On August 14, the day after the primary election and just ahead of the Democratic National Convention, Bennington County Democrats met to unify behind local candidates as well as a national ticket led by Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz. 

Watch a recording from CAT-TV of Friday night’s Senate Candidate Forum, hosted by Queer Connect.

BENNINGTON – As is often the case, only a handful of nomination contests appear on the Vermont primary ballot.

However, a four-candidate battle for two nominations from the Bennington-2 House district and a multi-faceted contest for two Bennington district Senate seats highlight the August 13 Democratic primary here and have attracted considerable interest.

Each of the four candidates in the August 13 primary for two Democratic Party nominations from the Bennington-2 House District was asked by the Bennington Banner to respond to a questionnaire. We asked why they are motivated to run and what their priorities are. These are Mr. Greer’s responses:

Each of the four candidates in the August 13 primary for two Democratic Party nominations from the Bennington-2 House District was asked by the Bennington Banner to respond to a questionnaire. We asked why they are motivated to run and what their priorities are. These are Mr. Edelson’s responses:

Each of the four candidates in the August 13 primary for two Democratic Party nominations from the Bennington-2 House District was asked by the Bennington Banner to respond to a questionnaire. We asked why they are motivated to run and what their priorities are. These are Mr. Johnson’s responses:

Each of the four candidates in the August 13 primary for two Democratic Party nominations from the Bennington-2 House District was asked by the Bennington Banner to respond to a questionnaire. We asked why they are motivated to run and what their priorities are. These are Rep. Corcoran’s responses:

Kate Seaton of Shaftsbury today announced her write-in campaign for the Vermont state senate against the current write-in candidate Robert Plunkett. Both are seeking to fill the seat of the late Dick Sears

To make this journey possible, we are calling on our community to come together and support our delegates. Your contributions will help cover travel, accommodation, and other essential expenses. Any amount, big or small, will make a significant difference.

BENNINGTON — A number of local Democrats have expressed interest in running for the state Senate if nominations for both Bennington district seats are not decided in the Aug. 13 primary.

Longtime Bennington County Senator Dick Sears has died at age 81, Vermont Senate leadership announced Sunday morning. A Democrat, he was remembered by colleagues as an indefatigable advocate for at-risk youth with drive and compassion developed through personal and professional experience.