Philip Baruth

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Philip Baruth

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State Senate
Date of Birth February 10, 1962 (Age: 64)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
Community
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Personal Background

Philip Baruth holds a B.A. in English and a Ph.D., and has been a professor at the University of Vermont since 1993. He has authored several novels and a short story collection, winning notable literary awards. Baruth has also been a media commentator and maintained a political blog recognized for its excellence. In the political sphere, he has served on multiple committees and held leadership positions in the Vermont Senate.

Political Ideas

Philip Baruth's political philosophy is marked by an unexpected convergence of progressive and conservative ideals, particularly in his legislative record on gun control and education. His advocacy for stringent gun regulations, including an assault weapons ban and universal background checks, juxtaposes with his efforts to enhance economic development and agricultural policies. Baruth's rhetorical style is deeply rooted in his academic background, often framing issues through a nuanced, literary lens that invites deeper contemplation. His unique ideological positioning, blending progressive social policies with a focus on economic stability, makes his approach both intriguing and thought-provoking.

Campaigns
2024: Vermont State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Chittenden Central Senate district

17,782 votes (33.60%)

Win

Chittenden Central Senate district Democratic primary election, 2024

3,818 votes (26.05%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Senate Committee on Judiciary
Member
Senate Rules Committee
Chair
Joint Legislative Management Committee
Chair
Joint Rules Committee
Vice Chair
Senate Committee on Appropriations
Member
2022: Vermont State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Chittenden Central Senate district Democratic primary, 2022

5,710 votes (23.70%)

Win
2018: Vermont State Senate Progressive
ELECTED

Election History

Vermont Senate Chittenden district Progressive primary election, 2018

98 votes (9.18%)

Win
2018: Vermont State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Vermont Senate Chittenden district general election, 2018

38,075 votes (9.18%)

Win

Vermont Senate Chittenden district Democratic primary election, 2018

10,302 votes (9.12%)

Win
2016: Vermont State Senate
ELECTED

Election History

Vermont Senate Chittenden district general election, 2016

37,453 votes (8.27%)

Win

Vermont Senate Chittenden district Democratic primary election, 2016

9,238 votes (7.89%)

Win
2014: Vermont State Senate

Election History

Vermont Senate Chittenden district general election, 2014

22,217 votes (11.89%)

Loss

Winner: Tim Ashe, Dawn Ellis, Diane Snelling, Ginny Lyons, David Zuckerman, Michael Sirotkin