Peter Welch Celebrates Selection of Tim Walz as Running Mate
Today, U.S. Senator Peter Welch celebrated Kamala Harris’ selection of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate.
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Peter Welch Endorses Kamala Harris for President
Throughout Kamala Harris’s career—as California’s top prosecutor, as a Senator, and as our Vice President—she has been a champion for hardworking families.
Welch Campaign Celebrates Decisive Victory in U.S. Senate Race
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Tuesday celebrated a decisive victory with the Associated Press calling the race just seconds after polls closed, alongside family, friends, and campaign staff.
Welch Statement on Donald Trump’s Endorsement in Vermont’s Senate Race
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Thursday released the following statement in response to Donald Trump’s endorsement of his Republican opponent in the Vermont Senate race:
Welch to lead “Railroad to Victory: a Welch Wagon Whistle Stop Train Tour” alongside Vermont Democratic Statewide Candidates this Sunday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Sunday will be joined by State Sen. Becca Balint, Brenda Siegel, Former Lt. Gov. David Zuckerman, State Rep. Sarah Copeland Hanzas, Mike Pieciak, and Charity Clark for the “Railroad to Victory: a Welch Wagon Whistle Stop Train Tour.”
Welch to visit Washington County on final stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Friday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Friday will be visiting Washington County on the final stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Orange County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Thursday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Thursday will be visiting Orange County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Vermont’s lone US House member eyes move up to Senate
Vermont’s lone member of the U.S. House for the past 16 years has always embraced his role as a liberal Democrat but says he’ll take the state’s tradition of working across the political aisle with him if he’s elected to the U.S. Senate next month.
Welch to visit Addison County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Tuesday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Tuesday will be visiting Addison County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Rutland County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Saturday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Saturday will be visiting Rutland County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Bennington County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Thursday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Thursday will be visiting Bennington County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Chittenden County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Wednesday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Wednesday will be visiting Chittenden County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Windsor County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Sunday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Monday will be visiting Windsor County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Essex County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Sunday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Sunday will be visiting Essex County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch Campaign Launches TV Ad “Vote,” Featuring Vermonters Excited to Support Welch in Closing Campaign Message
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Thursday launched a new TV ad titled “Vote.”
Welch to visit Grand Isle and Franklin Counties on next stops of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Wednesday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Wednesday will be visiting Grand Isle and Franklin Counties as the next stops on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch Campaign Raises Over $675,000 During Q3
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s campaign for Senate finished the end of the September 30 reporting period with over $2.68 million on hand according to a report filed Friday with the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
Welch to visit Lamoille County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Monday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Monday will be visiting Lamoille County as the next stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Caledonia County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Saturday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Saturday will be visiting Caledonia County as the third stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch to visit Washington County on next stop of the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour on Sunday
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch on Sunday will be visiting Washington County as the second stop on the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont.
Welch Campaign Launches “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Monday launched the “Welch Wagon” 14 County Tour across Vermont in Orleans County. The tour highlights Peter’s commitment …
Welch Campaign Celebrates Decisive Primary Victory
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Tuesday celebrated a decisive primary night victory. The campaign heads into the general election with a broad coalition of grassroots support and $2.76 million cash on hand.
Rep. Welch Statement on Republicans blocking of the Honoring Our PACT Act
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Thursday released the following statement in response to Senate Republicans blocking the Honoring Our PACT Act
Welch Campaign Raises Over $970,000 During Q2
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s campaign for Senate closed the books at the end of the June 30 reporting period with over $2.75 million on hand according to a report filed Friday with the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
Welch Campaign Launches TV Ad “Fights for Us” Featuring Vermont Small Business Owner Cara Tobin
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Thursday launched a new TV ad titled “Fights for Us.” Cara Tobin, a restaurant owner in Vermont, highlights Welch’s commitment to making Vermont more affordable for small business owners and working families who faced unprecedented challenges during the pandemic.
NBC News: Abortion emerges as the top issue in May’s campaign ads
“This is a moment I hoped we’d never see. The Supreme Court is on the verge of overturning Roe v. Wade, a decision that’s protected women for half a century,” Welch says in the ad. “We cannot go backwards. I voted for legislation to make Roe v. Wade permanent. We can’t let the McConnell Republicans take control of the Senate and take away a woman’s right to choose,” he adds…
Welch Campaign Launches TV Ad “Choose”
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Tuesday launched a new TV ad. The ad, shot in response to last week’s leaked draft Supreme Court decision, highlights Welch’s commitment to codifying the right to abortion into law. In the House, Welch co-sponsored and helped pass the Women’s Health Protection Act – and he believes the Senate must do so as well, even if that requires the Senate abolishing the filibuster…
Seven Days: Vermont’s Take-Home Methadone Dispenser Program Could Be a ‘Game Changer’
While the take-home program ended in late 2019 when funds ran out, U.S. Rep. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) helped steer nearly $1.2 million in federal money to Vermont that will allow the state to resume and expand it. Within the next year, some 400 people in treatment across Vermont could have a methadone-dispensing device of their own, something advocates say will improve — and possibly save — their lives…
Welch Campaign Launches First TV Ad
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s Senate campaign on Tuesday launched a new TV ad. Welch is the first candidate to go on air in the state. The ad highlights Welch’s commitment to improving the lives of all Vermonters by protecting a woman’s right to choose, taking on climate change, cutting middle class taxes, reducing health care costs, and making childcare and housing more affordable…
Welch Campaign Raises Over $839,000 During Q1
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s campaign for Senate closed the books at the end of the March 31 reporting period with over $2.9 million cash on hand according to a report filed Friday with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). The campaign received more than 2,480 contributions – including donations from all 14 Vermont counties, 47 states, and Washington D.C. – and raised $839,375 in the first quarter of the year. The most frequent online donation amount was $5…
WCAX: Welch continues push to help soldiers exposed to war zone burn pits [Video]
Congressman Peter Welch continues his push to get medical and other benefits for soldiers exposed to war zone burn pits. Welch on Monday joined some of those soldiers at an event at Josh’s House, a wellness and recreational center for vets in Colchester. The PACT Act expands coverage for toxic exposure to as many as 3.5 million vets…
Welch Campaign Raises Over $550,000 During First Weeks of Senate Campaign
U.S. Rep. Peter Welch’s campaign for Senate closed the books at the end of the December 31 reporting period with over $2.5 million cash on hand according to a report filed Monday with the Federal Election Commission (FEC). The campaign received more than 1,200 contributions – including donations from all 14 Vermont counties, 48 states and Washington D.C. — and raised $550,022 in the six weeks following the campaign’s launch on November 22…
Welch Campaign Shows Grassroots Support with Announcement of Over 700 Citizen Endorsers
Welch for Vermont on Wednesday announced that over 700 grassroots supporters have signed up to publicly endorse Rep. Peter Welch in his bid for Senate. The list of endorsers includes teachers, small business owners, social workers, nurses, activists, organizers, bus drivers, students, childcare providers, hospitality workers, mechanics, carpenters, and farmers. Vermonters from 114 towns and all 14 counties are represented…
End Citizens United // Let America Vote Endorses Rep. Peter Welch for U.S. Senate
End Citizens United // Let America Vote today endorsed Congressman Peter Welch for U.S. Senate in Vermont. Throughout his time in Congress, Rep. Welch has been a champion in getting big money out of politics and protecting the freedom to vote. He’s been a leader in the fight to overturn the disastrous Citizens United decision and has consistently stood up to corporate special interests…
Rep. Peter Welch to Host First Campaign Organizing Event with Special Guest Sen. Bernie Sanders
Welch Launches Campaign Organizing Effort: All Hands on Deck
Democracy Defenders, Congressional Leaders Endorse Welch
Rep. Adam Schiff (CA-28), Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-8), Rep. Karen Bass (CA-37), Rep. Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Rep. Terri Sewell (AL-7), Rep. David Cicilline (RI-01), Rep. Madeleine Dean (PA-04), and Rep. Stacey Plaskett (VI-AL) – all leaders in the fight to protect voting rights and our democracy – on Wednesday endorsed Rep. Peter Welch’s campaign for U.S. Senate…