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Rep. Caleb Elder is one of the very few lawmakers in Montpelier who always tells the whole truth. Having served with him for several terms, as well as sharing service on the House Education Committee, I can tell you first hand that it is in the best interest of Addison County voters to support his candidacy both in August and in November.
If I could sacrifice my House seat to guarantee Representative Caleb Elder’s hop to the Vermont State Senate, I would do so without hesitation. His departure will be a major loss for the House, but arguably an even greater enhancement to the corresponding chamber.
Jay Hooper, State Representative - Randolph
Caleb is a fearless advocate for education reform that puts children and teachers first. He hosts ideas that are practical and smart for true cost saving measures that will continue to fund priorities while reducing administrative burden.
Tesha Buss, State Representative - Woodstock
I have had the honor and privilege to serve alongside Caleb this past biennium in the House General and Housing Committee. He is knowledgeable, capable, professional, an all around good human, who operates with a reasonable, equitable, open-minded yet just perspective.
Caleb mentored and supported me as both a legislator and a human. Whether on housing, education, environment or the economy, Rep. Elder knows his stuff! With his experience and track record I whole-heartedly support my colleague in his run for the Vermont Senate.
Saudia LaMont, State Representative - Morristown
I am happy to endorse Caleb Elder for the Vermont Senate. His values of social equality and fiscal discipline will serve Addison County well, now and in the coming years.
Beth Pearce - Former Vermont Treasurer -
One thing I've deeply appreciated about collaborating with Caleb is his genuine commitment to bridging divides and finding common ground across party lines. His knack for articulating principled positions, particularly on education, and then inspiring others to support them has been reassuring and inspiring.
Laura Sibilia - State Representative - Dover
As I reflect on the final months of my first term as a State Representative, I realize that each of the outstanding moments - where we truly stood for the solutions needed for our most vulnerable and underserved Vermonters - have included Caleb Elder. I quickly realized that Caleb brought an acute awareness of the political processes that are often designed to protect the status quo, and in so doing, to perpetuate systems of injustice and disregard for those who struggle the most. Caleb quickly became a touchstone of kindness and integrity for me. Caleb is, by nature, a collaborator and I look forward to continuing our working relationships as he moves to the Vermont Senate
Troy Headrick - State Representative - Burlington
In the years we've know Caleb we've admired not only his competence: but his willingness to collaborate with everyone at the table in working to resolve challenging issues, in ways that are as equitable as they are practical. Caleb has a bright and active mind that will influence policies that benefit his constituency now, and in the future. And we appreciate that in our conversations about that future, he so frequently views it in terms of what it may hold for our children.
Alan and Heidi Rawls - N. Ferrisburgh
I’ve known Caleb most of my life. Even as a kid he was as he is now: wicked smart and hugely compassionate. Caleb gets it. As father to two school-age kids he gets the challenges facing Vermont schools and families. As husband to a health care worker he gets the importance of fairness in our systems. As a longtime solar energy consultant he gets the ways in which Vermont can light the way toward a sustainable future for our kids. And as a musician he gets that joy and community go beyond ideology and even beyond words, that together we make a sound more beautiful than any of us alone. That’s why I’m so excited to have him in our State Senate.
Anais Mitchell, Songwriter - New Haven
Serving with Caleb in the House has made clear to me that he is a strong, independent voice for Addison County. He is not afraid to speak truth to power, and makes sure that the needs of working Vermonters are front and center. Caleb will be an essential voice in the Senate, and it is an honor to support him in his campaign.
Joe Andriano, State Representative - Orwell
Caleb is an exceptional candidate for the Addison County Senate. He has an extensive and relevant background, a strong desire, and a track record of service. His commitment to thoughtful leadership will undoubtedly bring positive change to our community. I have had the pleasure of knowing Caleb since 7th grade, and I can attest that he has always been driven to make a difference. He is a dedicated advocate for the people of Addison County, and I support him because he truly understands our county's needs in education, housing, and energy improvements. Caleb will work tirelessly to address these needs.
Bay Jackson, Lincoln Select Board - Lincoln
My name is Caleb Elder and I’m running for a Senate seat in the Addison District. For the past 6 years I have represented the Addison-4 District in the Vermont House. In that time I have served on the House Education, Ways and Means and Housing Committees. Prior to my time in Montpelier, I served on two local school boards for Starksboro. In 2020 I was appointed by House Speaker, Mitzi Johnson, to serve as the Vermont House’s board member at the Vermont Student Assistance Corporation.
My policy priorities include:
Regulatory reforms to enable new, affordable housing development. Sustained public funding to develop permanently affordable units.
Bringing additional mental health resources to public schools, with funding from outside of the school budget. We know that wrap-around services in the school building can be effective, but the costs can’t be supported by school budgets alone.
Seeking new connections between our public high schools and tech centers with traditional building trades as well as emerging green and tech economies.
Tax relief for residential property owners, both through cost-containment in education spending as well as reforms to our income-sensitized “prebate” program.
After my time working for Addison County in the Vermont legislature, I know we can do better to address the housing crisis, to make Vermont’s public education system more effective and to bring tax relief to Vermonters.
Early voting has already started, you can request a ballot at the link below. Or you can vote on August 13th at your regular polling place. Please visit my website to learn more about my campaign. Email me any time at calelder@gmail.com or reach me by phone at 802-373-6465.
Thanks for reading!
Caleb
Link to request your primary ballot by mail: Vermont “My Voter Page”
Our public education system is struggling to maintain quality for students at a price that is affordable for taxpayers. We must address this problem with new, bold solutions that center our children and their future. I believe that integration of human services under our school roofs, in a community schools model, might be a real opportunity for change. Post-covid, we have seen the social and emotional health of our students suffer.
The resources needed to address these struggles have been added on to our typical school spending, and our school budgets are foundering under the added weight. We must bring other services to bear in the school buildings, with better integration of our designated agencies. Our investments in education and human services have been siloed from one another for too long, it's time to make real change.
Thank you for considering a donation to my 2024 Addison County Senate campaign. Any amount is greatly appreciated. Feel free to make a secure web contribution here, or mail a check to the address below. Please note that the Vermont Secretary of State requires that I collect street addresses with all donations.
Please make checks payable to Elder for Senate