In this episode politician, writer, and professor Phil Baruth tells the story of Vermont's sensational 1998 senate election when 'Man with a Plan' movie star Fred Tuttle ran against Patrick Leahy.

Listen as CRVT Director Richard Watts and Phil Baruth discuss this important moment in Vermont history and the role of movies and television in American politics.

Special thanks to Vermont Public Radio for coverage of the 1998 debate featured in this podcast.

Episode produced and edited by Eliza Giles.

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