A Democrat Running For State

Representative From the

Rutland-Bennington District (Wells,

Tinmouth, Middletown Springs, Pawlet, and Rupert)

but with a true BIPARTISAN approach, as I aim to ensure all ideas are heard in crafting the best possible solutions for Vermonters, and am able to work across the aisle effectively to ensure that they are actually enacted! That said, I am socially liberal and believe in justice and fairness for all, and will keep that goal in mind while crafting or working on legislation, to ensure the best possible outcome for all Vermonters. I am also PRO-CHOICE, unlike my opponent in the race. I am also pro-environment, which is an issue that most people seem to have forgotten about these days, and believe in conserving farmland and the open spaces and natural beauty we sometimes can take for granted here in Vermont. But, like my opponent, I recognize and respect that the Constitution and various court rulings gives us the clear right to bear arms, and I support people’s right to hunt, as well. 

What I stand for:

I love Rutland County, and the people in it, and aim to make each of our lives better, less stressful, and with more money in our pockets at the end of each day. I am from Vermont, and moved to Rutland County (from Northfield, VT) years ago for a reason: I loved the practical, results- driven, common-sense attitude here that has largely disappeared from other areas of Vermont.  I do not intend to make this area more like the rest of the State if elected--I hope to help restore that older, true Vermont-like, approach seen in this area to the State House, finding excellent solutions to the problems people face, in the most practical way possible, with an eye on the bottom line and getting things done without burdensome red tape or added costs, while embracing a strong sense of community and the need for social liberty and justice for all. Money is hard to come by, and though there are many essential programs we need and that cost money, I am sure with some new ideas and clever thinking that even something as burdensome as the property tax can be changed for the better, reducing costs and making our educational system all the better in the process.  There is no need to choose between good schools and low taxes--with technology and slightly revamping how things are done money can be saved and education can be improved!  And I am not afraid to spend a little money if the result is more than worth it, either.  Like with the added 88 cents per week it would cost the employer of a minimum wage worker to ensure that their employee got up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave, and up to 8 paid weeks per year to take care of a sick family member, as per a plan the Governor vetoed.  The math seems to be in favor of that one!   I strive to create solutions that increase a sense of fairness for all, and that increase our civil liberties and advance the cause of social justice.  See my “simple solutions” page for some initial ideas on how to help do just that! And, unlike most people in politics these days, I am open-minded and will always go with the BEST solution, wherever that idea might come from.  I will listen to the other side, craft a plan that works, and try my best to work with everyone involved to get it enacted for the benefit of the people of our district, and the State of Vermont as a whole.   I humbly ask for your support in the upcoming election, as I feel I have the ideas and people skills needed to make a real difference in Montpelier--all the while with my sole focus being on what is right for the people of our district, and doing my best to have their voice really heard once and for all in the State House.  Democrat, Republican, Progressive, or Independent--I am confident you will find things to like about both my proposals and my bipartisan, thoughtful, open-minded approach to coming up with the best solutions and getting legislation enacted. Voting no as a politician is not enough-- you need good ideas coupled with the people skills to get helpful laws enacted if you actually want to make things better than they are now.  So, no matter what your political persuasions may be, you will find you will get more of what you want enacted with me up in Montpelier!  I will work across the aisle, and also not be afraid to vote my conscience on any issue that might come up. I am pragmatic, down to earth, caring, a good listener, and I want to find ways to bring people together.  The best plan is the best plan...so when you find one you can pretty much ensure wide, bipartisan, support for it! I grew up in politics, and feel I have the connections and political resources to enact real positive change for the people of our district, and for Vermont as a whole.  Please vote for me, Christopher Hoyt, for State Representative for Rutland- Bennington! Thank you for your time and interest...I appreciate it! And if you would like to support the cause and contribute, please click here: And if you would like to volunteer or get a lawn sign, please email me at votehoyt22@gmail.com And here is my campaign Facebook page: