Quotes from Phil Scott

Time and time again, Vermonters show why we're known for strong, close-knit communities and a willingness to step up to help one another.

Vermonters are inspired by the bravery, courage, and sacrifice of those who seek nothing more than the freedom to determine their own futures.

Cybersecurity continues to be a significant threat to public and private enterprises, governments and individuals.

Democracy is only as strong as our commitment to it, and we can't let our guard down in the face of threats to it, whether at home and abroad.

The way I see it hatred, racism and bigotry are like embers that, over time - with honest debate, leadership, and a firm commitment to our moral and democratic values - can be extinguished.

Ultimately, in our health care reform efforts, my Administration's goal is to make sure Vermonters have access to affordable health care coverage.

The hard work and grit of the American worker makes us who we are as a people.

We must recognize housing policy is workforce policy.

We all know employers need a strong workforce to grow and create jobs which communities need to thrive.

Supporting workforce development is critical to growing our economy and creating greater opportunity for Vermonters, making this grant program tremendously valuable for Vermont workers and our businesses.

As we work to grow the economy and our workforce, addressing the high cost of doing business in Vermont is critical.

Our strategy to grow the workforce cannot just be about training, it must be about meeting the needs of families.

We must grow the workforce in order to grow the economy, invest in our future and care for the most vulnerable - and that means we have to make Vermont more affordable for families and businesses. That's the bottom line.

I believe investing in technical education and workforce readiness training is an essential step towards strengthening Vermont's workforce and economy for years to come.

Fewer workers and fewer students mean our businesses struggle to fill the jobs they need to survive, deepening the economic divide from region to region.

The Christmas season can mean different things to different people, but for me, it's a time of hope, giving and reflection.

Working with our neighboring states and provinces is essential to our efforts to grow our economy, as well as to protect our region from disasters and our most pressing challenges.

If we don't have enough carpenters, plumbers and electricians, or heating, ventilation, air handling and refrigeration techs, there are fewer to construct and maintain the facilities in our healthcare system or build homes for the workers we are trying to attract.

There are very few events that we all would point to as moments that changed the course of human history.

Honoring and supporting veterans and active military servicemembers is a cause very close to my heart as the son of a World War II veteran who passed away when I was 11.

As I have long said, smart infrastructure investments are needed to repair America's roads and bridges, invest in rural broadband and clean energy systems, create good jobs, and secure our economic future.

It's time we recognize that going into the trades is just as impressive, and in fact can be just as lucrative, as a 4-year degree.

Healthy democracies require healthy relationships amongst citizens and their governments.

Growing our economy and protecting our environment by supporting cleaner and more affordable energy and transportation choices can go together.