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Vermont Democratic Governor nominee?
$26.2K
AUG 12, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleEconomist
PartyDemocratic
Political ideologyProgressive Democrat
GenderFemale
LocationVermont
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BackgroundEconomist
EducationUniversity of Cambridge — MPhil, Development Studies
Notable personal detailsAmanda Janoo is an economist and Democratic candidate for governor of Vermont in 2026. She has worked as an economics and policy lead at the Wellbeing Economy Alliance (WEAll) and has experience advising governments and international organizations, including work with UN agencies and development institutions. She has been involved in Vermont civic and advocacy organizations and has served as a justice of the peace.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
Supports raising taxes on Vermont’s highest earners to fund expanded public programs such as universal primary and preventive health care, proposes higher tax rates on second homes with relief for primary residents, and favors targeted tax incentives for Vermont-based sustainable businesses while raising wages and job-quality standards for state employment.
Healthcare
Supports free primary and preventative health care and policies to lay the foundation for a universal health care system, including expanding access and pursuing free health care for all. Advocates using public funding and tax changes on high earners to expand coverage and reduce costs.
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Climate & Energy
Supports building a clean, low‑carbon Vermont economy through public investment and incentives for renewable energy, regenerative agriculture, clean manufacturing, and circular-economy initiatives. Proposes targeted public funds, tax incentives, and workforce programs to grow clean industries and reduce emissions while supporting local ownership and job quality.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 23, 2026
Amanda Janoo is being mentioned in new polling on the Vermont governor race. A University of New Hampshire Survey Center poll shows Republican Gov. Phil Scott still leads her in a hypothetical matchup, but his margin has narrowed since June. The poll also shows Scott’s approval rating has fallen to a new low, which may be helping make the race more competitive.
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Polls
Vermont Democratic Governor nominee?
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
Vermont Democratic Governor nominee?
Endorsers of Amanda Janoo for Vermont Democratic Governor nominee?
Vermont Sierra Club
Elected official
The Vermont Chapter of the Sierra Club endorsed Amanda Janoo for governor.
Vermont Progressive Party
Political organization
The Vermont Progressive Party endorsed Amanda Janoo in her gubernatorial campaign.
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We're monitoring and will update when new data impacts the race.
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