Half an Hour with… is a transatlantic discussion series organized by the Association of German-American Centers (VDAZ). Once a month, we host a 30-minute discussion with experts who provide insightful and concise perspectives on the United States and German-American relations.

In June, we will be welcoming Sarah Copeland Hanzas, Vermont’s Secretary of State and a former member of the Vermont House of Representatives. During our conversation with her, we will discuss the upcoming U.S. midterm elections. As Secretary of State, she manages the Elections Division of Vermont, which oversees and protects the integrity of the state’s voting system. The conversation will analyze the current political scene surrounding the elections and shed light on their potential outcomes and impacts.

Language: Englisch

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jlde7JXNRWWz-5q1bWXvRw#/registration

Sarah Copeland Hanzas is Vermont’s 39th Secretary of State, elected in November 2022.  She has lived, gone to school, and worked in Vermont since 1971 and her life and career have always centered on service. She has been an educator, a youth coach, a small business owner, and a state legislator. During her 18-year legislative career she served as Majority Leader, was Co-Chair of the Climate Solutions Caucus, and was Chair of the House Government Operations Committee. Sarah served on the Executive Committee of the National Conference of State Legislatures. She is passionate about civics and has made civic education and engagement a major priority for her office. She currently serves on the Executive Board of the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS). Sarah lives in Bradford with her husband, John. They have three adult children.