Vermont's largest city made history on Tuesday night, electing Emma Mulvaney-Stanak as its first female mayor. She also becomes Burlington's first openly gay…
The Vermont state representative defeated Democrat Joan Shannon by a 50%-45% margin, and also beating out independent candidates Will Emmons and Chris Haessly,"When you have marginalized people at the table, decisions change because you remember humanity matters," Mulvaney-Stanak said Tuesday night."You remember that young people matter, that children matter. You can come to the table with a different orientation and perspective.
Mulvaney-Stanak represents Burlington's Chittenden-17 District in the Vermont House. She previously served as a Burlington city councilor and as state chair of the Vermont Progressive Party.Sign up for NECN newsletters. Outgoing Mayor Miro Weinberger, who has led the city for the past 12 years, said he believes many voters hoped a woman or person of color would take his place when he announced last year that he wouldn't seek reelection.
Mulvaney-Stanak is scheduled to be sworn in next month and will have to vacate her state representative seat. Republican Gov. Phil Scott will appoint her replacement.
Brasil Últimas Notícias, Brasil Manchetes
Similar News:Você também pode ler notícias semelhantes a esta que coletamos de outras fontes de notícias.
Vermont State Police trooper airlifted to hospital following crash on I-89A Vermont State Police trooper was taken to the hospital by medical helicopter after his cruiser crashed into a fire truck on Interstate 89 in Bethel on Friday…
Consulte Mais informação »
Emma Caldwell's mother to meet First Minister Humza YousafMargaret Caldwell is calling for an inquiry after it emerged police missed the chance to catch her daughter's killer.
Consulte Mais informação »
Emma Raducanu 'not too concerned by results' ahead of Indian Wells first roundEmma Raducanu insists she is 'not too concerned' about tournament results ahead of competing at Indian Wells this week, live on Sky Sports.
Consulte Mais informação »
Emma Little-Pengelly: People shouldn't pay more for poor servicesDeputy first minister has serious concerns about the affect of revenue-raising measures on families.
Consulte Mais informação »
Emma Caldwell murder accused says sex was 'consensual'Iain Packer, who denies Ms Caldwell's murder, said he did not stop immediately when she told him to.
Consulte Mais informação »
Emma Caldwell murder accused says women are lyingA court hears that 11 women have described how Iain Packer put his hands on their throats.
Consulte Mais informação »