Symington announces statewide ‘Kick-Off Tour’

Democratic candidate Gaye Symington announced a statewide tour today as the former House speaker launches her campaign for governor. Her campaign will host 11 rallies around the state during the next two weeks.

"I'm very excited to kick off my campaign and continue my conversations with Vermonters about why it's time for a change in leadership," Symington said.

Symington officially entered the race for governor on Monday. She faces Progressive Party candidate Anthony Pollina and three-term incumbent, Republican Gov. Jim Douglas.

"Kick-Off Tour" dates are as follows:

• May 17: St. Johnsbury
5:30 p.m., St Johnsbury School Multi-purpose Room

• May 18: White River Junction
Noon, White River Junction Train Station

• May 19: Burlington
5:30 p.m., Main Street Landing

• May 20: Bellows Falls
5:00 p.m., Downtown Bellows Falls

• May 21: Rutland
5:30 p.m., Rutland Free Library

• May 22: Bennington
5:30 p.m., Downtown Bennington