John "Jack" Brigham
John "Jack" Brigham (Republican) of Saint Albans Town is an incumbent Vermont Representative representing the Franklin-8 district in the 2025-2026 General Assembly.
Agriculture & Conservation: “Too often we treat conservation and agriculture like separate conversations, but in Vermont they are deeply connected. The people maintaining fields, forests, and waterways are helping to preserve the character of our State.”
(Vermont Daily Chronicle) Zach Scheffler
Zach Scheffler is a Democratic candidate for the Vermont House of Representatives in the Franklin-8 district in the November 3, 2026 general election, residing in Saint Albans City, Vermont, where Zach's background includes work in Vermont Tech Worker.
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What is one part of Vermont’s economy or cost of living that needs greater attention from elected officials?: “Housing. The lack of housing drives up costs and pushes Vermonters out: Families can't grow, workers can't stay to fill local jobs, and seniors can't downsize. It's affected friends in my community, and is a big reason why I'm running for State Representative. Accelerating our efforts to build homes supports our communities and our economy.”
“Not at this time. Vermonters deserve a government worth paying for. And right now, the state Agency of Education lacks the capacity and public trust to handle that responsibility. I'd also be concerned about Chittenden County dictating state policy in ways that underserve communities in Franklin County.”
“Building homes makes raising a family in Vermont more possible. By expanding our housing, we support our schools with young families and new students. But we also must demand results from the state's declining Agency of Education: It lacks the capacity and public trust to administer an effective statewide educational system.”