Vermont’s Lt Governor Race Heats Up | Montpelier News

Vermont’s lieutenant governor race is heating up ahead of the August 11 primary, with three Democrats—Molly Gray, Ryan McLaren, and Esther Charlestin—vying for a powerful role that includes presiding over the Senate and breaking ties. Gray, returning to the race after previous service, champions a tax on second homes to fund universal primary care and ease economic pressure. McLaren, a longtime aide to Senator Welch, focuses on affordability with a housing tax credit to expand the tax base. Charlestin, a community facilitator, promises to bridge divides by uniting developers, towns, and conservation groups on housing. With Gray leading in polls but many voters still undecided, early ballots are already open—don’t miss your chance to shape Vermont’s future. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/294d5c91e94b32c1