State leaders from across the political spectrum call on an Orleans County senator to resign after taking part in a racist Young Republicans group chat.

Plus, Gov. Scott announces the first steps in a plan to address public safety concerns in Burlington.

And one of the state's largest LGBTQ+ organizations closes indefinitely.

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This week's panel

Mitch Wertlieb - Moderator

Liam Elder-Connors - Vermont Public

Calvin Cutler - WCAX

Auditi Guha - VTDigger

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Republican state senator faces calls to resign after posting racist messages in group chat (Vermont Public)

Pride Center of Vermont pauses operations, lays off staff (WCAX)

Gov. Scott appoints special

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