By Yunier Martinez

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MIDDLEBURY, Vermont ( WPTZ ) — It’s not just humans running for office anymore. Middlebury is going to the dogs — literally.

For the first time in Addison County history, Middlebury is electing a dog mayor.

The quirky and heartwarming campaign is part of a creative fundraiser by Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

“We like to say that in the general elections out in the real world, you can’t buy an election,” said Hannah Maney, director of Homeward Bound. “But here, for the dog mayor, money talks.”

The fundraiser allows voters to cast a ballot for their favorite canine candidate with a $5 donation, and they can vote as many times as they like.

Proceeds go toward supporti

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