October 7, 2026 Host Rachel Burgin with guests talking about the Vermont Legislature, the Midterm Elections, Energy Costs for Small Businesses, and Vermont Proposition 3

State Representative Mike Tagliavia, Orange-1will join the show to recap the 2025–2026 legislative session and discuss what Vermont lawmakers should prioritize next. Topics include affordability, property taxes, land use, energy costs, and state spending and affordability. O.B. Murray, New York Political Strategist will break down the political landscape heading into the November midterms, including voter concerns, turnout, campaign strategy, and broader shifts in the electorate and affordability messaging.

John Reynolds, NFIB Vermont will discuss the rising cost of energy and health care for small businesses in Vermont and across New England, and what policy changes could help reduce costs and expand flexibility for employers and workers.Dave Soulia, FYIVT will discuss his recent research and writing on Vermont Proposition 3, what the amendment would do, and its potential implications for workers, employers, taxpayers, and future state policy, he will discuss other research he has done and published on FYIVT.