Wyatt Pohlen

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Wyatt Pohlen

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Wyatt Pohlen (Democratic Party) ran for election for Vermont Secretary of State. He did not appear on the ballot for the Democratic primary on August 9, 2022.

Pohlen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Wyatt Pohlen was born in Marshall, Minnesota.

Elections

2022

See also: Vermont Secretary of State election, 2022

General election

General election for Vermont Secretary of State

Sarah Copeland Hanzas defeated H. Brooke Paige in the general election for Vermont Secretary of State on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sarah Copeland Hanzas (D)	65.0	179,087
		H. Brooke Paige (R)	34.7	95,666
		Other/Write-in votes	0.2	626

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 275,379
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Robert Millar (Vermont Progressive Party)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Vermont Secretary of State

Sarah Copeland Hanzas defeated Chris Winters and John Odum in the Democratic primary for Vermont Secretary of State on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sarah Copeland Hanzas	42.9	35,968
		Chris Winters	40.7	34,137
	Submit photo	John Odum	16.4	13,705

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 83,810
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Wyatt Pohlen (D)

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Vermont Secretary of State

H. Brooke Paige advanced from the Republican primary for Vermont Secretary of State on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		H. Brooke Paige	96.6	21,591
		Other/Write-in votes	3.4	752

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 22,343
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Vermont Progressive Party primary election

Vermont Progressive Party primary for Vermont Secretary of State

Robert Millar advanced from the Vermont Progressive Party primary for Vermont Secretary of State on August 9, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔	Submit photo	Robert Millar	91.6	480
		Other/Write-in votes	8.4	44

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 524
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2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Wyatt Pohlen completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2021. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Pohlen's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I’m running against the establishment here in Vermont’s I’m only 14. I want to fight republicans accusations of voter fraud. I want to ensure Vermont’s elections are accessible got all Vermonters.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I want to make Vermont’s elections more accessible. I want to ensure all Vermonters head to the polls every 2 years. I will work to ensure all Vermonters have access to a mail in ballot. I’ll make sure everyone has a ride to and from the polls. I’ll also make sure all Vermonters has access to vote
• I want to create more small businesses here. I’ll waive all fees for companies that have under 25 employees. I’ll help expand small businesses through grants and encourage children to make them as well. I’ll make sure all small businesses can financially support themselves.
• I want to make it easier for children to be active in their government. I want to create a state youth house. I want to allow kids to run and have children that go to the polls with their parents or vote online vote. This allows children to have civic events in their life and be informed on our electoral system. It allows for children to understand the Vermont government.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am passionate about voting rights and small businesses. I think we need to pass a voting bill that allows it so Vermonters can have the biggest turnout of any state in our nation. Allowing people to perform civic duties should not be up for debate. I think small businesses are the back bones of our community. They need support from the government. We need to get kids active young to become successful entrepreneurs. If we do this we can allow for our economy to grow rapidly. Which in turn creates more job. Which will lead to a bigger population. This allows for us to focus on our youth and allow our stage to grow, Current small businesses need relief from COVID and need our back to get out of this. I want to wave all fees till the coronavirus is under control to allow for our economy to still grow.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

This office oversees all elections and all businesses registrations. It oversees the whole state government. In this role I can make it easier for the average Joe to run for office or just vote. Easier for the average Joe to own their own business. It ensures everyone gets access to vote and start something new.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to my mom. She’s raised me and my siblings. We don’t have much. She works 2 jobs. She gets us what we need. She keeps a roof over our head. She’s there when I need a smile. When I have a question. When I just need someone to talk to. She’s there. She’s why I’m running. We need someone who gets struggling families. A real middle class champion. A kid who’s dreams are huge. A kid that won’t forget about people that don’t have much. That’s why I’m running.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Pete Buttigieg’s Rule for the Road

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I think they need to represent the state as a whole. Not just one party. Not just one county. But the state as a whole. It allows for progress as a state by electing people who understand us. Not just the rich and elite.

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am a compassionate person. I am a peoples person. If you want to have a discussion. I’d love to. Because that’s what’s good in this country. You can find someone that you like. Someone you support. Someone you can get behind. I am very straightforward. I don’t sugar coat things. I want to show people can trust politicians. They don’t have to be seen as liers for money.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

They need to be able to communicate with the people of Vermont. I’ll host monthly town halls to address these issues. It’s something all politicians should do. They should know about the electoral system and how vermonts works. They should know all the main divisions and have atleast a basic understanding of each division of the office.

What legacy would you like to leave?

I’d like to leave a trail for Gen-Z to follow. Showing that even kids can be involved in politics. Show how the country can have a true people person and someone who understands them. I don’t want to be known as the youngest elected person ever. I want to be known for what I will do in office. I want to accomplish so much and I want to make sure that it all gets done. I want to be a high achiever.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The biggest event of my life I can remember is Sandy Hook. I was only 5 and confused. On what happened to those children. After I’ve learned all these years I was disgusted. How could someone take the precious life of a child who could barley tie their shoe. How can you not try and stop this with common sense gun control. This is why I’m a big proponent of gun control.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My first job was working at a summer camp at my catholic school. I helped watch the children and gave me a passion for helping our youth. I wanted to make sure these kids led good lives and didn’t end up in poverty. I did this for a summer and I really enjoyed it.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version) (From the Vault)

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

My mental health. I’m very open with it. It’s not something that sets me back. It’s something that sets me forward. It’s a miracle for me really. It shows me that no matter what happens I can deal with it. I’ve dealt with a pandemic in my life and so much more. My mental health hasn’t stopped me from following my dreams. If I didn’t have mental health issues I wouldn’t even be here. I’d probably be focusing on something else like being a doctor. But I’ve done so much thanks to my mental health.

What responsibilities of this office do you personally consider the most important?

I think the biggest responsibility of Secretary of State is the election divisions. It decides how people can vote and decides how to administer the states elections. It’s one of the Main reasons I’m running. To fix it for all.

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

It licenses notary public. It’s a important thing to have notary public’s and the program is something I will greatly miss increase awareness if elected.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

No! Anyone should be allowed to run. Why? Because everyone has experience in their life that they can use for this office. From voting to even working at a small business someone gets it. We cannot gate keep politics to men that have been here their whole life. We must step up to the establishment. And take back what’s ours, the government.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

They should be understanding of the average person. Understand what problems they may have. They don’t need to have 5 years experience or even 1 day. What they need is understanding. That’s why people of lower income need to run. They understand this. Unlike most politicians now.

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