With a thicket of candidates competing to represent Chittenden County in the Vermont Senate, David Zuckerman has, early on, secured what is perhaps the premier endorsement of the environmental community in the state, that of Bill McKibben:
Bill McKibben, founder of 350.org and resident scholar at Middlebury College lent his name to Zuckerman’s campaign saying, “I have known David Zuckerman for a number of years and he is one of the most promising environmental political figures I know. He will be a real asset in the Vermont Senate.”
As co-owner (with his wife, Rachel Nevitt) of NOFA certified organic “Full Moon Farm,” Zuckerman has been close to the environmental issues that impact farming and the safety of our food supply.
Zuckerman’s practical experience has been complimented by an academic background in Environmental Science, and he is known as a strong advocate for responsible ag policies like GMO labelling.
An occasional and valued commenter on Green Mountain Daily, as is Bill McKibben, Zuckerman is running in the Democratic primary. He has served fourteen years in the House as a Progressive, representing Chittenden 3-4.
This is a tough year to be a Chittenden County Democrat, there are a lot of great people running for these seats – nothing better than having several real, exciting choices. Also really excited about the D/P stuff going on around the state – just wish more Dems would seek the P label as well.
There are some good candidates but few with Zuckerman’s ecological commitment which is really the most vital issue now as capitalism seeks to eke out a few more profits at the expense of the earth which means to the detriment of all living beings. The capitalists think they can eat, breath and drink money. Can’t wait til they learn otherwise.