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Burlington Mayor Bob Kiss

Burlington Mayor Bob Kiss discusses the repeal of Instant Runoff voting, the financial status of Burlington Telecom, and takes your questions. Also, a new biography of Dartmouth alumnus Theodor Geisel, better known as Dr. Seuss.

Sanders says more green jobs needed

Senator Bernie Sanders says federal policy should encourage the creation of "green jobs" that can reduce the reliance on fossil fuels. Sanders chaired a hearing in Washington Tuesday about what states and cities across the country are doing in the field.

Kurt Wright calls off recount

The Republican candidate who lost the Burlington mayor race in the third round of instant runoff voting has called off a recount.
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Interview: Burlington mayor Bob Kiss

Voters in several Vermont cities elected mayors yesterday, including Burlington. The city is unique because it uses Instant Run Off voting to elect their top office. Burlington’s Progressive Mayor Bob Kiss is headed for a second term after narrowly edging out Republican City Council President Kurt Wright.