What to watch: Governor Phil Scott, a Republican who earlier this year signed sweeping gun control measures, has seen his approval rating plummet and will have to defend his seat. Several Democrats are looking to replace him, including Christine Hallquist, a transgender woman and first-time candidate. Her main rival appears to be James Ehlers, a Navy veteran. Read more

But the biggest name on the ballot belongs to Bernie Sanders, a progressive independent who will almost certainly retain his Senate seat here. So sure is he of victory that he has spent time this summer campaigning with other candidates in other states, including in Maryland, Kansas and Michigan.

— SYDNEY EMBER

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