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
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Personal Background

Philip Baruth holds a B.A. in English from Brown University and a Ph.D. from the University of California, Irvine. He has been a professor of English at the University of Vermont since 1993, specializing in various literary fields. Baruth has a multifaceted career, including significant roles in public service, writing, and media. He has served multiple terms on the Burlington Board of School Commissioners and has been a member of the Vermont Senate since 2010, holding leadership positions such as Senate Majority Leader and Senate President Pro Tempore. His writing career includes novels, short stories, and scholarly works, with notable accolades for his literary contributions. Baruth has also been active in radio and television, providing commentary on various platforms.

Political Ideas

Philip Baruth's political philosophy is marked by a blend of progressive advocacy and pragmatic coalition-building, evident in his legislative efforts on gun control and education reform. His approach often reveals an unexpected convergence with opposing factions, as seen in his support for comprehensive background checks which ultimately became the foundation of a bipartisan gun safety bill. Baruth's rhetorical style is both articulate and accessible, drawing from his rich background in literature and public commentary to frame complex issues in relatable terms. His unique ideological positioning lies in his ability to navigate and reconcile seemingly divergent interests, making him a compelling figure in Vermont politics.

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