EPISODE · Oct 7, 2025 · 49 MIN
Sen. Welch on the shutdown: 'The political system is not working.'
from Vermont Edition · host Vermont Public
The federal government shutdown is entering its second week. Democrats say they’ll hold the line until health insurance subsidies are renewed.Today on Vermont Edition, Senator Peter Welch will share his perspective on the negotiations underway on Capitol Hill and why Democrats picked this moment to fight. Senator Welch says it’s because millions of Americans could see their health insurance premiums double next year.Then, most of Vermont is experiencing severe to extreme drought. State leaders are asking for federal aid for farms. We’ll hear what it’s been like for two farmers, one in West Corinth and the other in Orwell. Plus, a state forester will explain how drought affects fall foliage and forest fire risk.
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The federal government shutdown is entering its second week. Democrats say they’ll hold the line until health insurance subsidies are renewed. Today on Vermont Edition, Senator Peter Welch will share his perspective on the negotiations underway on Capitol Hill and why Democrats picked this moment to fight. Senator Welch says it’s because millions of Americans could see their health insurance premiums double next year. Then, most of Vermont is experiencing severe to extreme drought. State leaders are asking for federal aid for farms. We’ll hear what it’s been like for two farmers, one in West Corinth and the other in Orwell. Plus, a state forester will explain how drought affects fall foliage and forest fire risk.
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Sen. Welch on the shutdown: 'The political system is not working.'
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