Endorsements
Senator Patrick Leahy*
"I have known Hannah Sessions since she was nine years old, about 40 years. I have been so impressed by her energy, intelligence, skill and commitment to traditional Vermont values. A successful farmer, cheese maker, business owner and mother, she balanced all with service on local school boards and state land trust and housing organizations. Hannah would be a dedicated public servant who would always put the needs of Vermont first. She would serve the residents of Addison County and adjoining towns with commitment and distinction." (*Note, these are words of support from Senator Leahy, due to his position he does not make formal endorsements.)
Senator Ruth Hardy
"Hannah Sessions is deeply committed to our community and has the experience & compassion necessary to serve the Addison District during these difficult times. As a farmer, small business owner, mother, and community volunteer, Hannah will bring valuable expertise and perspectives to the Vermont Senate. I am thrilled she’s stepped up to run and I look forward to a strong partnership with her as we serve our community together."
Senator Chris Bray
"For more than fifteen years I have watched Hannah Sessions run her farm, grow a family, make art, and contribute to her community and beyond. She is a hard worker. She is smart. She is humble. And she gets things done. When I served in the Vermont Senate, I was often asked if I knew someone who might be a good candidate for this job. I always said, “Yes.” And my answer’s always been the same, “Hannah Sessions.” If you want to be represented by someone is going to actively listen to you, to think carefully and fairly, and then to work for everyone’s well being, vote for Hannah Sessions for Vermont Senate."
Linda Andrews
Former Chair of the Addison County Democratic Committee
"Democrat Hannah Sessions would make an excellent senator from Addison County. She is a native Vermonter, attended local schools, and then went on to major in Political Science at Bates College in Maine. She and her husband know what it is like to be self-employed and to run a successful farm in Vermont. They have run Blue Ledge farm in Leicester for 25 years and have been awarded many national and international prizes for their goat cheese. Two of Hannah’s closest mentors have been her father, Senior US District Court Judge Bill Sessions, and her mother, Abby Sessions, who has been a teacher and former principal of both Cornwall and Salisbury Elementary Schools. I am convinced Hannah Sessions would make an excellent Addison County Senator and will be voting for her in 2026!"
Rep. Robin Scheu
"I have known Hannah for many years and am proud to endorse her to represent Addison County in the Senate. Her life experience reflects exactly the kind of thoughtful, grounded leadership Vermont needs. A lifelong Vermonter with deep roots in Addison County, Hannah understands our region from years of being part of the community. She is a farmer, small business owner, and parent who knows firsthand what it takes to build something, sustain it, and navigate how state policies affect real people. Her commitment to asking hard questions, listening carefully, and collaborating with others shows her dedication to governing for all of us. With decades of service on local and statewide boards and a deep appreciation for the diversity and complexity of Addison County, Hannah brings both perspective and purpose to public service, and I trust her to represent our region with integrity, care, and practical wisdom in Montpelier. I can't imagine a better person to serve us."
Peter Conlon
"I have known Hannah for 25 years, as a co-worker, school board member, farmer-entrepreneur and friend, and I couldn't imagine a better person to represent us in the Vermont Senate. Her lifetime in Addison County is filled with deep experience in the public and private sector, in statewide and local issues. She is a problem-solver with a commonsense view. I truly look forward to voting for Hannah Sessions!"
Holly Menguc-Palisson
"When I started my dairy, Tup's Crossing Farm, in 2018, I looked to Hannah as a mentor and she remains a valuable resource for me and for the community of farmers around her. I know Hannah to be a farmer who is pragmatic, honest, thorough, intelligent and compassionate; who pursues solutions that work. We have worked together on several projects, including a multi-year study of extended lactation on our two farms. Hannah is quick to share knowledge, and give time whenever needed. Our work on extended lactations has led to improved financials for both of our operations and an improved quality of life for the farm teams. I am proud to share that Hannah has been invited to speak on our results across New England. With no full time farmers currently in the State Senate, I know that Hannah would bring a valuable and needed perspective. The importance of farmer to farmer dialogue and support can not be underestimated within this industry. We need Hannah's voice in Montpelier."