Explores the character of the ‘Brave Little State’ and the shared values that matter most to Vermonters, regardless of party affiliation. Although one of the smallest states, it boasts monumental firsts from abolishing slavery to legalizing civil unions. Today, Vermont continues to punch above its weight boasting two presidential candidates and two high profile senators currently serving.
Beyond Bernie: Searching for Vermont’s Political Identity is a local public television program presented by Vermont Public
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5. …They Ended Up Changing the World
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American’s youth found a simpler way of life and forged progressive social change. (16m 11s)
4. Burlington’s Socialist Mayor
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Bernie Sanders, a self-proclaimed Socialist, becomes mayor during the conservative 1980s. (15m 15s)
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How the next generation of political game changers can make a difference. (8m 49s)
2. The Eyes of the Nation on Vermont
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All eyes were focused on Vermont and its daring senator who stuck to his principles. (8m 52s)
1. It’s the Person, not the Party
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What makes Vermonters tick and how ‘who’ is more important than their party affiliation. (10m 1s)
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