Governor · Vermont

Incumbent: Phil Scott (Republican) · Incumbent renominated
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026

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The candidates

Phil Scott

Republican · Incumbent

Incumbent governor (2017–present).

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: mychamplainvalley.com

Amanda Janoo

Democratic/Progressive

Economist.

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: sevendaysvt.com

June Goodband

Peace and Justice

June Goodband was born in Ithaca, New York. She earned a high school diploma from Lansing High School, a bachelor's degree from Goddard College in 1976, and a graduate degree from Antioch University in 1987.

Background via Ballotpedia (first sentence of its biography)

Brian Judd

Independent

No sourced background yet

Dean Roy

Freedom and Unity

High school student and former legislative page.

Background via Wikipedia race page · its cited source: vtdigger.org

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Where they stand: Scott vs. Janoo

Topic rows are grouped by Vote Book; the headings and quoted words are each candidate’s own, with the source under each one. “As reported” means a news outlet’s description, not an exact quote. A yellow tag means no public position was found on that topic.

Education
Scott

Education

We have fewer kids that are enrolled, so we have to do something to consolidate.
Quoted by WCAX, Oct 8, 2026

Education costs / property taxes

How do we get to a point where we are delivering the education quality kids deserve and we are getting it at a cost Vermonters can afford, because we can't afford what we have now.
Quoted by WCAX, Oct 8, 2026
Janoo

Education

As reported (not a direct quote): Says small schools need to stay open and favors the "community school" model.

Via WCAX, Oct 8, 2026
Taxes & spending
ScottNo public position foundJanoo

Taxes

As reported (not a direct quote): Supports a tax on Vermont's top earners.

Via WCAX, Oct 8, 2026
Housing
ScottNo public position foundJanoo

How will we pay for it?

Revenue from taxes on private equity, large corporate housing, second homes, vacation rentals and luxury estates will be reinvested to reduce property taxes for Vermont residents and expand permanently affordable housing. We’ll also leverage state and federal housing programs, revolving loan funds, municipal …
Original: janooforvt.com/platform-page (accessed Oct 16, 2026)
Jobs, wages & cost of living
ScottNo public position foundJanoo

How will this improve Vermonters' quality of life?

When more businesses are locally owned, more money stays in Vermont. That means better jobs, thriving downtowns, stronger family farms, lower energy costs, healthier local food systems, more opportunities for young people, and communities that are better prepared for economic disruptions, natural disasters, and …
Original: janooforvt.com/platform-page (accessed Oct 16, 2026)

Other candidates on the ballot

June Goodband (Peace and Justice)

No public position found

Brian Judd (Independent)

No public position found

Dean Roy (Freedom and Unity)

No public position found

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Official voting records

The same nine Senate votes (or three House votes) are shown for every current member of Congress running, so records can be compared across races. Click a roll call for the official tally.

No congressional voting record for: June Goodband, Amanda Janoo, Brian Judd, Phil Scott, Dean Roy. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.