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Vermont · Vermont State Senate: Orange Senatorial District · Updated Oct 16, 2026

John Benson

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2026 race · Vermont State Senate: Orange Senatorial District

2% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

98%2%

3% chance of winning · race rated Solid D

97%3%
● Monique Priestley● John BensonINC
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Background

Current office
Vermont State Senate: Orange Senatorial District
Experience
State legislature

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Opponents in 2026