Words matter. These are the best Phil Scott Quotes, and they’re great for sharing with your friends.
Democracy is only as strong as our commitment to it, and we can’t let our guard down in the face of threats to it, whether at home and abroad.
Citizens and those elected to serve must also understand the point of view, the goals and the fears of those with whom we disagree.
People’s lives and livelihoods are often in their hands, and it is critical that judges have integrity, honesty, compassion, and impartiality.
Fewer workers and fewer students mean our businesses struggle to fill the jobs they need to survive, deepening the economic divide from region to region.
Employee-owned companies play an important role in our economy, bringing stability, increasing productivity and supporting local economies.
I don’t have any interest in running for the Senate.
Everyone has different reasons for staying or getting in shape. I started decades ago because I wanted to be a better race car driver by increasing my endurance.
Words matter. I encourage everyone to consider the meaning of their words from another person’s point of view, as well as the consequences of how our own words can impact the wellbeing of others.
Tax increment financing has demonstrated benefits to supporting the type of development projects we need to make housing more affordable for all.
The transportation sector is the largest contributor to Vermont’s greenhouse gas emissions, so prioritizing a transition to green transportation is essential.
It’s time we recognize that going into the trades is just as impressive, and in fact can be just as lucrative, as a 4-year degree.
We have an opportunity to achieve great things. But only if we are unafraid of change, and willing to make difficult choices.
The Vermont Supreme Court serves a vital role in protecting our state’s Constitution, upholding our laws, ensuring fairness in our systems and the accountability of our institutions.
As we work to grow the economy and our workforce, addressing the high cost of doing business in Vermont is critical.
I am a pro-choice Republican. But there are some areas – late-term abortions and parental notification – I’d be open minded to.
There are very few events that we all would point to as moments that changed the course of human history.
Typically, when you overpay for something, you get some of that money back.
My Administration is committed to ensuring that vulnerable Vermonters are safe and protected from financial exploitation.
I believe investing in technical education and workforce readiness training is an essential step towards strengthening Vermont’s workforce and economy for years to come.
Our partnership with Quebec plays an important role in our work to grow Vermont’s economy, retain and attract businesses to Vermont, and help workers and businesses thrive.
Homelessness is not only about helping our neighbors who face the greatest housing challenges, but also about the well-being and economic security of our communities.
As history teaches us, freedom is never forgotten by those who have known it, and then lost it.
Vermonters know that if we all pull in the same direction – if we make the economy and affordability our focus and work hard to make change – we can chart a course to a more prosperous future and make a difference in the lives of Vermonters.
The United States – and Vermont in particular – has a history of welcoming people of all cultures and backgrounds.
Honoring and supporting veterans and active military servicemembers is a cause very close to my heart as the son of a World War II veteran who passed away when I was 11.
In times of tragedy, we put our differences aside and work towards a common goal – a spirit of unity that we should strive to embody each and every day in addressing our challenges, both large and small.
The Girl Scout Cookie Program teaches young women how to be entrepreneurs, manage money, and develop people skills and business ethics.
Our Canadian friends who live in border towns are integral to the fabric of Vermont, and they create economic opportunity for both sides of the border.
I am very pleased to recognize the important contributions of Vermont’s employee-owned companies by proclaiming October as Employee Ownership Month.
Vermont’s recreation opportunities are diverse and prevalent in every corner of the state.
Our students depend heavily on the Internet to access academic material, Vermonters use the Internet to acquire information and receive critical services through our agencies and departments, and the Internet is relied upon to share information, sell products and offer services.
There’s no doubt we’ve lost too many Vermonters – family, friends, neighbors and role models – in the War on Terror. But let me assure you, they did not die in vain. Their service and sacrifice kept America safe.
The people who are entrusted with interpreting the law and upholding justice are tasked with an enormous duty.
It’s important for each of us to find a way to give back with those small, everyday acts of kindness and goodwill that can make all the difference for someone.
Investing in sewer and stormwater infrastructure is a top priority for my administration, because it’s good for both our environment and the economy.
Most across the political spectrum – whether you’re a Republican, Democrat, Progressive or Independent – agree with the need for more affordable housing.
Ultimately, in our health care reform efforts, my Administration’s goal is to make sure Vermonters have access to affordable health care coverage.
Supporting workforce development is critical to growing our economy and creating greater opportunity for Vermonters, making this grant program tremendously valuable for Vermont workers and our businesses.
The Christmas season can mean different things to different people, but for me, it’s a time of hope, giving and reflection.
Working with our neighboring states and provinces is essential to our efforts to grow our economy, as well as to protect our region from disasters and our most pressing challenges.
As more companies look to reduce or negate their environmental footprint, it is crucial for Vermont to be a destination with an affordable renewable energy grid to partner with companies and achieve our shared goals.
Our strategy to grow the workforce cannot just be about training, it must be about meeting the needs of families.
For decades, Vermont has proudly and peacefully welcomed Somali, Vietnamese, Bosnian and Bhutanese families – and many others – through successful refugee and immigration programs.
As I have long said, smart infrastructure investments are needed to repair America’s roads and bridges, invest in rural broadband and clean energy systems, create good jobs, and secure our economic future.
I have often said there are few responsibilities more important than governors making judicial appointments.
Cybersecurity continues to be a significant threat to public and private enterprises, governments and individuals.
The health of democratic nations themselves depends on listening to and considering other perspectives.
Veterans typically retire from the military at an early age with plans for a civilian career ahead of them. They bring with them significant skills learned in the military, which is why we desperately need to attract more of them to our state.
Violence is never an acceptable outcome in the exercise of free speech.
Tourism is a critical contributor to Vermont’s economy.
As Vermonters are well aware, it costs a lot to live in our state, which has exacerbated other challenges we have, like our demographics. And property taxes are a big part of our affordability challenges.
Since becoming Governor, I haven’t had as much time to exercise as I used to, but that’s no excuse. Sometimes you just have to get creative and pay attention to the little things. Like, at airports, I try to take the stairs, instead of the escalator.
Vermont will continue to uphold the laws of our State and nation, but we will not be forced to take any action that we believe violates Constitutional rights, or infringes upon the rights of Vermont as a sovereign state.
There is no circumstance I can think of, where a president – or any elected official – should equate the hate speech of Nazis and white supremacists with the protests of Americans who confront them.
Vermont’s history, at its roots, is multicultural from the members of Ethan Allen’s Green Mountain Boys with African heritage to the state’s constitution, which was the first to prohibit slavery.
