Ahead of Election Day, Gov. Scott makes one last plea to break up Democratic supermajorities in the Vermont Legislature, while Esther Charlestin pitches herself as a more effective partner for both chambers.
Plus:
- A contentious race for lieutenant governor continues, with both candidates questioning the other's honesty, integrity and party label.
- Temporary homeless shelters are set to open in Waterbury and Williston.
- Burlington plans to examine its needle exchange program closely.
- And, housing advocates assess slow progress in Chittenden County.
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This week's panel
- Mitch Wertlieb Moderator - Vermont Public
- Liam Elder-Connors - Vermont Public
- Calvin Cutler - WCAX
- Kevin McCallum - Seven Days
Dive deeper
- Housing leaders call for more state investment as development lags in Vermont’s largest county (Vermont Public)
- Campaign Countdown: Candidates vying for control of Vt. Statehouse (WCAX)
- Burlington will examine needle exchange program to improve strategy and reduce syringe litter (Vermont Public)
- The Campaign for Lieutenant Governor Gets Personal (Seven Days)
- State to open Waterbury emergency family shelter on Friday (WCAX)
- Vermont Leaders Reassure Voters the Election Is Secure (Seven Days)