Vermont Edition
Vermont Edition
Congressman Peter Welch
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In this program: We continue our series of one-on-one interviews with the candidates for Vermont’s top offices with Congressman Peter Welch. Also, analysis with VPR reporters, and a look back at the voices in this week’s news.VPR News
Midday Newscast: October 9, 2008
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Candidates for attorney general say the state needs to do more to combat sexual assaults and other similar crimes; in the race for the U.S. House, several independents are on the ballot against Congressman Peter Welch and Progressive Thomas Hermann; more…VPR News
Interview: Independent Congressional candidate Mike Bethel
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Independent candidate Mike Bethel of Bennington is challenging Congressman Peter Welch for a congressional seat. The 57-year-old is a community activist, public access television host and occasional columnist for the Bennington Banner.VPR News
Midday Newscast: August 19, 2008
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Another community health center in Vermont has won federal qualification to expand its services; Peter Welch says U.S. needs a vice president who can work with Congress; Metal thieves have a new target: manhole covers.Vermont Edition
Congressman Peter Welch
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Vermont Congressman Peter Welch talks about a number of issues, including efforts to combat high fuel prices. We’ll discuss proposed funding increases for the fuel assistance program and Welch’s opposition to expanded offshore drilling.VPR News
Iraq war veteran running for Congress as a Progressive
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An Iraq war veteran is challenging Congressman Peter Welch, saying the Democratic incumbent has failed to live up to his promise to end the war. Former Army Specialist Thomas Hermann announced his candidacy today.VPR News
Judiciary Committee recommends contempt citations against Bush advisors
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The Senate Judiciary Committee is recommending that two top advisors of President Bush be held in contempt of Congress.VPR News
Welch breaks with Democratic leadership over budget bill
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Congressman Peter Welch plans to break with the Democratic leadership, and vote against a budget bill, because it contains no deadlines for withdrawing troops from Iraq.VPR News
