News and Events on the Matt Dunne campaign for Governor of Vermont. http://www.mattdunne.com/news.php Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:00:00 -0400 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 22:00:00 -0400 Pushlar Consulting http://www.pushlar.com http://www.mattdunne.com/images/mattdunne.gif http://www.rss-specifications.com Matt Dunne for Vermont 32 32 A sample email to send your friends and tell them to vote for Matt. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/tell-your-friends-to-vote-for-matt 92 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Discussion with Middlebury College political scientist Eric Davis about Tuesday's primary. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/vermont-edition-primary-preview 90 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 On August 19, The Herald of Randolph endorsed Matt Dunne for Governor. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/randolph-herald-endorses-matt-dunne 87 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, Matt Dunne responded to a misguided statement from the Dubie campaign, and raised questions over Dubie's recent dinner with George W. Bush. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/dunne-responds-to-dubie-campaign%27s-misguided-statement 88 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 We released a new web video ad today, titled "Experience," which explains why Matt is best suited to win in November! http://www.mattdunne.com/news/new-video-ad-released%3A-experience 89 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, the Matt Dunne campaign announced their second round of endorsements from Vermont business leaders, demonstrating again Dunne’s wide range of support heading into the Fall campaign. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-announces-second-round-of-business-endorsements 85 Wed, 18 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, Matt Dunne challenged Lt. Governor Brian Dubie over his record, and over statements regarding the Vermont economy. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-challenges-brian-dubie-on-the-economy 84 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 In recognition of Bennington Battle Day, Matt Dunne spent the weekend honoring Vermont’s Veterans. Matt is honored by the broad support he has received from veterans across the political spectrum. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-honors-veterans 79 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 In November, Vermont will face one of the most important elections in the state’s history. But Brian Dubie’s views on issues such as job creation, a woman’s right to choice, and receiving a share of Federal stimulus funds simply don’t align with those of the majority of Vermonters.

 http://www.mattdunne.com/news/a-pilot-from-essex 82 Mon, 16 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 An update on our television ad "Future." http://www.mattdunne.com/news/an-update-on-our-tv-ad 78 Sat, 14 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Bennington Banner ran a piece on Matt's presentation of his economic development plan in Bennington. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/bennington-banner%3A-candidate-dunne-pitches-growth-plan 86 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today the Stowe Reporter became the second newspaper to endorse a Democratic candidate for Governor, and the second to endorse Matt Dunne. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/stowe-reporter-endorses-matt-dunne 77 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today the Waterbury Record became the second newspaper to endorse a Democratic candidate for Governor, and the second to endorse Matt Dunne. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/waterbury-record%3A-matt-dunne-for-governor 83 Thu, 12 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today we released our first television ad! It is called "Future," and will be running from now until Primary Day. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-releases-first-television-ad 76 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, in a press conference at the Vermont State House, Matt Dunne discussed the importance of enacting a meaningful change in culture in Montpelier. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-details-importance-of-culture-change-in-montpelier 75 Mon, 9 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt gave the most recent presentation of his economic plan in Brattleboro today, as he tours the state to explain how he will move Vermont's economy forward. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/brattleboro-reformer%3A-dunne-speaks-on-economic-plan 74 Sat, 7 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 A profile piece from the Stowe Reporter, which begins: "Matt Dunne has burned hot and fast in the past two decades. He seems never to have wondered what was next, moving from one position and goal to the next." http://www.mattdunne.com/news/stowe-reporter%3A-dunne-claims-the-next-generation 73 Fri, 6 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Addison County Independent endorsed Matt Dunne today, in the first newspaper endorsement of the campaign. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/addison-independent-endorses-matt-dunne 72 Thu, 5 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 In a presentation entitled "The Innovation State," Democratic candidate for Governor Matt Dunne unveiled his economic development plan for bringing new jobs and growing businesses in Vermont. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-unveils-economic-development-plan-for-innovation-in-vermont 71 Mon, 2 Aug 2010 09:00:00 -0500 A special message from environmentalist, activist, author and Vermonter Bill McKibben. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/it%27s-crunch-time 70 Sat, 31 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Bennington Banner ran this piece on Matt's race for Governor, highlighting Matt's strong experience in business and telecommunications. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/bennington-banner%3A-dunne-aims-higher-in-2nd-attempt 68 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 We are now just over three weeks away from Election Day, and we need your help once again. We need to raise an additional $34,855 by 7:00pm on Tuesday, August 3rd - exactly three weeks before the Democratic Primary - in order to run TV ads. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/help-us-get-on-tv%21 69 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 I am honored to be having an event with environmentalist and author Bill McKibben tomorrow night, 30 July at 7pm in Waterbury. Everyone is invited to attend, and I look forward to seeing you there! http://www.mattdunne.com/news/bill-mckibben-event-with-matt 67 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Understanding the needs of our state and bringing more Vermonters into the political process are two important ways we can help move our state forward. That’s why today we are proud to launch a new interactive application for Facebook that allows people to share, discuss and vote on questions and answers posed by our campaign. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/a-new-campaign-web-app-for-communication-and-transparency 66 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 A profile on Matt Dunne by the Vermont Press Bureau that ran in today's Rutland Herald. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/rutland-herald%3A-ambition%2C-love-of-state-drive-dunnes-quest-for-governorship 65 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today we reached a very exciting milestone. Earlier this morning, our campaign passed 2,000 fans on Facebook! Momentum continues to build and this is an incredible show of support for our campaign. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/2%2C000-and-counting%21 64 Sat, 24 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Voting early is one of the best ways you can show your support for Matt Dunne during this important election. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/how-to-vote-by-mail 63 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 We often talk about momentum. But rarely do we see it spelled out as clearly as we did last week when all the candidates submitted their financial reports. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/this-is-what-momentum-looks-like- 62 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Deerfield Valley news recaps Matt's discussion with the Tritown Economic Development Committee and stresses Matt's experience creating jobs in the private and public sector. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/deerfield-valley-news%3A-dunne-brings-a-wide-range-of-experience 61 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today Matt Dunne challenged Brian Dubie and Dunne’s fellow Democratic candidates to have an honest discussion about Vermont’s business ranking nationally, including the recent CNBC ranking of Vermont as 37th overall in its Top States for Business report. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-challenges-brian-dubie-on-business-ranking 58 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 It's always inspiring to attend a high school or college graduation and watch the future of our nation enter the next phase of their lives. These new grads will enter the workforce and may strive to become the next great agricultural innovator or to start the next Facebook. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/helping-vermonters-across-the-country-come-home 56 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Yesterday, early voting started all over Vermont. Early voting lets you submit your ballot for this year’s primary election anytime over the next six weeks. You can do this by simply visiting your local town clerk’s office, or you can also vote by mail, by turning in the early voting form and having a ballot mailed to your home. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-casts-his-ballot 55 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Central Vermonters, do you have questions for Matt Dunne or want to hear from him for the first time? Then be sure to check out the Democratic Gubernatorial Candidates Debate this Thursday by attending the event live or watching on TV. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/watch-the-orca-media-democratic-gubernatorial-debate-live 57 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 When Matt challenged us to raise $25,000 in just four days, I can honestly say, we weren't sure if we would make it. But you proved us wrong. In just four days, we reached our goal of $25,000 and surpassed it. To find out just how much we raised, check out this special message from Matt that we recorded this afternoon: http://www.mattdunne.com/news/a-special-thank-you-from-matt 54 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 A profile on Matt Dunne ran on the front page of today's Burlington Free Press, focusing on his history of leadership and why we need change in Vermont today. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/bfp%3A-matt-dunne%3A-a-lifetime-of-early-starts 53 Thu, 8 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Seven Days reporter Andy Bromage profiles Matt Dunne, highlighting his youth, experience and plans to move Vermont forward. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/seven-days%3A-dunne-deal 52 Wed, 7 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Business leaders, representing a variety of industries and geographies, have joined together because they believe Matt Dunne is the best choice to add new jobs to the state, bring fresh ideas to Montpelier, and help move Vermont forward. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-endorsed-by-26-vermont-business-leaders- 51 Tue, 6 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, campaign supporters posted a video of testimonials from eight legislators who have endorsed Matt Dunne. The supporters traveled around the state to interview these legislators and capture their thoughts and words explaining why they believe Matt Dunne is the best choice to move Vermont forward. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/campaign-supporters-release-video-of-matt-dunne%27s-legislative-endorsements 49 Thu, 1 Jul 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, Matt announced endorsements from four State Legislators and two State leaders. These six new endorsements add to the growing number of supporters of Matt’s campaign for Governor. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/-matt-dunne-announces-second-round-of-endorsements-from-legislators-and-state-leaders 48 Wed, 30 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Profile by Kirk Kardashian of VT Digger on Matt Dunne. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne%2C-a-precocious-candidate-with-no-shortage-of-confidence 47 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, Matt Dunne kicked off his grassroots campaign with a full day tour of Vermont, making stops in seven parts of the state across five different counties. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-kicks-off-grassroots-campaign-with-seven-stop-statewide-tour 42 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Addison Independent profiled Matt's gubernatorial bid, noting his different approach to politics and emphasis on bringing fresh ideas to Montpelier to revitalize Vermont's economy. Read more... http://www.mattdunne.com/news/addison-independent%3A-dunne-stresses-new-direction 38 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today the Addison County Independent ran an op-ed in support of Matt Dunne. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/addison-independent-article-supporting-matt-dunne 46 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, supporters and volunteers for the Matt Dunne for Vermont campaign, submitted the Candidate Petitions of Nomination forms on behalf of Dunne, who is spending time with his family. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-campaign-submits-candidate-petitions-of-nomination 36 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Vermont journalist and labor leader Kurt Staudter publishes his debate review and the state of the governor's race in his column in the Vermont Standard and Springfield Reporter. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/getting-it-dunne-right-the-first-time 37 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, the Matt Dunne campaign released a video, put together by a group of campaign volunteers, about Dunne's life and experience growing up in Hartland. Through the words and stories of people from his home community, this grassroots video highlights supporters that share Dunne's passion for the future of Vermont. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/supporters-release-%22the-matt-dunne-story%22-video 35 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Yesterday, Matt Dunne, Democratic candidate for Governor, participated in a Montpelier service politics event, highlighting his unique approach to politics in Vermont. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-participates-in-service-politics-project- 33 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today, Matt Dunne was interviewed on Vermont Public Radio. Discussing topics including his plans for new jobs in Vermont, how he’ll bring broadband to homes across the state, and why he can beat Brian Dubie in November, the interview shows why Matt is ready to truly move Vermont forward. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-interviewed-on-vermont-public-radio 40 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Nine Vermont legislators from across the state voiced their support for Matt Dunne’s bid for Governor of Vermont. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne-announces-first-round-of-legislative-endorsements-from-state-leaders- 32 Tue, 8 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 In an op-ed letter, Matt Dunne expressed his clear expectation that Vermont will pass patient choice legislation in his first year as Governor. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/vt-should-pass-death-with-dignity-legislation-in-2011 41 Tue, 1 Jun 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt Dunne released his personal financial disclosure form and outlined his "Transparency for the 21st Century" proposal to improve effiency in Vermont state government. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/dunne-files-financial-disclosure-and-outlines-transparency-proposal 29 Mon, 17 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 As part of the series "People, Places, and Politics," WCAX Evening News profiled Matt's background and run for Governor, talking with neighbors, friends, and colleagues. Watch and/or read the story! http://www.mattdunne.com/news/wcax-evening-news-profiles-matt%27s-run-for-governor 28 Thu, 13 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Economic development will be his focus, he said; and indeed he does have arguably more direct experience in the economy than most politicians. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/randolph-herald%3A-%22high-hopes-for-outsider-campaign%22 31 Thu, 13 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Dunne Sends Letter with Personal Financial Disclosure Form to Each Gubernatorial Candidate http://www.mattdunne.com/news/dunne-requests-all-gubernatorial-candidates-submit-personal-financial-disclosures 27 Tue, 11 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Jeff Weaver, former Chief of Staff in Senator Bernie Sanders’ House and Senate offices and Sanders’ former campaign manager, endorsed Matt Dunne for Governor today. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/former-bernie-sanders-chief-of-staff-jeff-weaver-endorses-dunne-for-governor 26 Mon, 10 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt's editorial in the Burlington Free Press opposing the Douglas administration's plan to reduce costs by super-sizing school boards and destroying the relationship between the community and education that has made Vermont's schools strong. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/burlington-free-press%3A--republican-plan-compromises-schools 25 Sun, 9 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Today while touring local businesses and meeting with business owners in Jacksonville, Dover, and Wilmington, I called on Governor Douglas to put support back behind Regional Development Corporations and on Lt. Governor Brian Dubie to clarify his position on Regional Development Corporations. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/governor-douglas%2C-put-support-back-behind-regional-development-corporations 24 Thu, 6 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 This week is Teacher Appreciation week, and we should all reflect on those teachers who challenged us and made us think differently about the world. Unfortunately, we must also watch closely and speak out in opposition to a radical plan made by the Dubie-Douglas team that will compromise our strong public schools. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/speaking-out-against-challenges-for-change-on-teacher-appreciation-day 23 Tue, 4 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Burlington Free Press covers each gubernatorial candidates' number one issue on their website. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/vermont-gubernatorial-candidate-websites 30 Tue, 4 May 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt knows the importance of Vermonters engaging in their communities and in the political process. Join him and other volunteers in Burlington for Green Up Day, on Saturday, May 1! http://www.mattdunne.com/news/green-up-day-and-service-politics 22 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Randolph Herald argued that we learned something about the candidates for governor when Matt Dunne "first took a stand" on Vermont Yankee by becoming "the first candidate to issue a unambiguous call to deny the license extension." http://www.mattdunne.com/news/randolph-herald%3A-it-was-matt-dunne-who-first-took-a-stand. 21 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt has received the endorsement of Republican Hiram Allen, his opponent for the Vermont House of Representatives in 1998. Allen was the long-time town manager of Matt's hometown of Hartland. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/former-republican-opponent-endorses-matt-dunne-for-governor 20 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 A regular contributor to the Addison Independent talks about the primary race and impressions after the Addison County gubernatorial forum. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/addison-independent%2C-going-to-the-candidates-debate 18 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Article on Matt's campaign and the vision for transforming Vermont into a leader in broadband connectivity and innovation. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/huffpost%3A-the-potential-for-broadband-and-innovation-in-vermont 19 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 The Matt Dunne for Governor campaign officially released the endorsement today of Bill McKibben via a video McKibben recorded for the Dunne for Governor website. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/author%2C-environmental-leader-and-vermonter-bill-mckibben-endorses-matt-dunne-for-governor 60 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt was interviewed live from downtown White River Junction to talk about why people are supporting him to be Vermont's next governor, what he's seeing on the campaign trail. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/live-interview-on-wcax-evening-news 17 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Letter to the Editor from Environmentalist Bill McKibben on his endorsement of Matt Dunne that ran in today's Addison County Independent. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/bill-mckibben-letter-to-the-editor-on-matt-dunne-endorsement 59 Thu, 8 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 Matt debated jobs and labor issues at a discussion sponsored by Working Vermont and televised live by Vermont Public Television. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/working-vermont-debate-on-vermont-public-television 14 Sun, 4 Apr 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>Matt was endorsed by 21st Century Democrats, a leading national</b><br> grassroots-oriented political action committee dedicated to electing progressive leaders with great promise. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/exciting-endorsement-news%21 12 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0500 “We need to make sure that young people are graduating without an incredible amount of debt so they can be the next generation of entrepreneurs here in Vermont,” Dunne said. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/democratic-candidates-for-governor-discuss-jobs-for-uvm-graduates 15 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0500 An analysis of a recently conducted WCAX poll undertaken by University of Vermont Political Science Professor Anthony Gierzynski shows that the Vermont Governor's race is still wide open, and that when the margin of error is taken into account, three of the Democratic candidates are statistically tied with the Republican Lieutenant Governor, Brian Dubie. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/analysis-of-wcax-poll-shows-no-front-runner 11 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>Democratic gubernatorial candidate Matt Dunne visited</b><br> Windham County to argue for a state business development plan to include greater broadband access and renewable energy sources leading to greater job growth. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt-dunne%3A-no.-1-issue-is-jobs 1 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>In this op/ed published in the Times Argus, Matt</b><br> argues for real, systemic reform in Vermont's health care system, beginning with the innovative idea of self-insuring all Vermonters. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/reform-health-care-and-reduce-costs 2 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>At a press conference, Matt called for</b><br> legislation to limit the role of corporations in Vermont's elections, make statewide candidates' personal financial interests more transparent, and to re-establish a campaign finance framework for Vermont in the wake of the recent US Supreme Court http://www.mattdunne.com/news/we-need-rules-for-campaigns-this-year 3 Wed, 3 Feb 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>In Burlington last night at the University of Vermont, Matt</b><br> discussed Vermont's education system with the other Democratic candidates for Governor. The event got a thorough write-up in the Burlington Free Press, quoting several of Matt's innovative ideas for improving Vermont's schools. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/new-ideas-for-education 4 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>Matt Dunne held a press conference at a Brattleboro</b><br> supporter's home on the banks of the Connecticut River to call for clarity and action. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/clear-action-needed%3A-matt-responds-to-vt-yankee-leaks 5 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>To honor Dr. Martin Luther King and to celebrate Vermont's</b><br> long-standing commitment to service, Matt penned this op/ed in Sunday's Burlington Free Press. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/honor-dr-king-with-service 6 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>Vermont AP's David Gram spent some time with Matt last week</b><br> talking e-government and Matt's background in high tech. The result? http://www.mattdunne.com/news/economic-development%2C-jobs-and-innovation-for-vt 7 Sat, 2 Jan 2010 09:00:00 -0500 <b>Jane Lindholm of Vermont Public Radio (VPR) held an interview</b><br> with Matt, in which she talks with him about why he is running for Governor, and about his vision for Vermont's future. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/matt%27s-interview-on-vermont-public-radio 8 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500 <b>In late November, the Vermont League of Conservation Voters</b><br> (VLCV) hosted a forum in Burlington for the Democratic candidates for governor. http://www.mattdunne.com/news/vpr-coverage-of-second-environmental-debate 9 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500 <b>On November 7th, a discussion about the environment was held</b><br> among Democrats at Vermont Technical College (VTC). http://www.mattdunne.com/news/candidates-hold-first-environmental-debate 10 Sat, 7 Nov 2009 09:00:00 -0500