TIME TO FINISH WHAT WE STARTED: I’M RUNNING FOR CONGRESS

Westminster, VT – June 26, 2025 – I’m proud to officially announce that I will be running for the U.S. Congress again in 2026.

Last cycle, over 100,000 Vermonters stood with me because they were tired of being ignored by career politicians and out-of-touch elites in Washington. I ran on a simple, honest message to put Vermonters first, defend our freedoms, and fight for working families and small businesses. That mission hasn’t changed. In fact, it’s more important now than ever.

I’m a small business owner, a logger, a fisherman, a sugar maker, and a Vermonter through and through. I’ve seen firsthand how bad policies out of Washington hurt families like ours. Rising costs, open borders, government overreach, and weak leadership have made life harder for hardworking people in this state.

I refuse to sit on the sidelines. That’s why I’m stepping up again.

When I get to Congress, I’m going to fight to:

• Lower energy costs and bring common sense back to our energy policy
• Defend our rights and freedoms from federal overreach
• Secure our borders and crack down on the fentanyl killing our kids
• Support small businesses and family farms
• End the influence of career politicians and push for term limits

I believe Vermont belongs to the people, not to Washington insiders, and not to special interests. I’m not a polished politician. I’m one of you. And I’m going to keep speaking up, standing firm, and fighting like hell for our state.

This is a people’s campaign. No big money, no backroom deals, just Vermonters coming together to take our future back. If you stood with me last time, I need you again. And if you’re ready for a new voice in Congress, I’d be honored to have you join this fight.

For more information on Mark Coester’s campaign and his positions on border security, please visit mark4vermont.com.

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About Mark Coester

Mark Coester is on a mission to restore practical solutions and traditional values in Washington, D.C. As a proud Vermonter, he is committed to representing every individual in the state with unwavering integrity and honor.

Mark’s journey has been shaped by years of small business ownership, where he has delved into a variety of trades. Amidst the sawdust and running a small business, he has carried on a lifelong tradition of making maple syrup. For 51 years, Mark has been boiling syrup in Vermont — a passion he began alone after school at just 10 years old. In 2024, his syrup, entered under his partner Laurie’s name — his beloved ‘Sugar moma’ — won First Place, Best of Show, and the Blake/Roy Award for Golden Delicate Maple Syrup at the Addison County Fair. This cherished craft not only connects him to the land but also symbolizes the resilience and ingenuity of Vermonters.

With a deep understanding of the community’s challenges, Mark is determined to confront pressing financial issues at both the local and national levels. He champions transparency, accountability, and a return to self-sufficiency through innovation, echoing the industrious spirit of New England.

Mark’s dedication to upholding the Constitution and ensuring fair governance is unwavering. He advocates for term limits for all elected officials, strives to improve education with a focus on civics, and aims to secure borders, reduce taxes, and combat human trafficking.

In Mark Coester, Vermonters will find a leader who values hard work, integrity, and community. As he embarks on this journey to serve his fellow Vermonters, he is committed to bringing their voices to the forefront and fighting for a brighter future for the state and nation.

Together, let’s build a stronger, more prosperous Vermont for generations to come.

For more information, visit mark4vermont.com

Paid for by Carl Mark Coester for U.S. Representative