Leahy Stumps for Democrats | Patrick Leahy, senior ranking member of the U.S. Senate is touring Vermont in the days leading up to next Tuesday's primary. His seat is secure, but he is actively promoting the prospects of down-ticket democratic party caandidates. At Brookfield's Old Town Hall, Tuesday this week, he introduced Mark McDonald, Jay Hooper, and Patsy French, before addressing the gathering of about 50. (Herald / Bob Eddy)