In 1830, Vermont newspaper articles still referred to supporters of Andrew Jackson for president in 1832 as Democratic-Republican, or occasionally "Democratic".

Hoff was reelected in a landslide, and every other row office—lieutenant governor, attorney general, secretary of state, treasurer, and auditor—was won by a Democrat.

In 1974, Patrick Leahy became the first Democrat to represent Vermont in the U.S. Senate, narrowly defeating Republican Richard W. Mallary.

The state is considered a breeding ground for Progressives and Independents, many of whom have close ties to the Vermont Democratic Party.

[5] It conforms very closely to the United States Democratic Party platform, addressing issues such as the economy, the environment, foreign policy, and civil rights.

The party supports a strong and vibrant middle class that encourages youth to pursue careers within the state.

The party believes that the state government should make Vermont a desirable place for people to bring or start businesses.

The party plans to do this by giving financial incentives to businesses that are energy-efficient, are in Vermont's developing areas, and provide workers with a livable wage.

The party believes a healthy environment is essential to quality of life and recognizes global climate change as a major problem.

Vermont Democrats support laws that cap, or limit, the carbon emissions of both public transportation and personal vehicles.

The Vermont Democratic Party supports equal rights amendments to the Constitution and the protection of all citizens, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, military service, or creed.

The party strongly supported Obama's decision to ban the torturous technique of waterboarding from being used on suspected terrorists.

As of late 2020, Democrats hold five of the six statewide offices in the executive branch—all but governor (Republican)—and firm majorities in Vermont's Senate and House of Representatives.