Welcome

Hi, I’m Phoebe!

I’m so excited to be running for State Rep this year, with the opportunity to serve our local communities of Ludlow, Mt. Holly, and Shrewsbury.

If you’re like me, you’re busy! (It’s Vermont, right? Anyone else out there with 3 jobs trying to make this all work?) So, here is a quick peek into my life story, why I would be a good fit for this position, and what my values are.

Thanks for being here!

Hometown Roots

  • Third-generation Vermonter (or should I say, “Vermonner”), raised on South Hill in Ludlow by parents Bill + Marcey Tucker

  • Attended Ludlow Elementary School and graduated valedictorian of Black River High School in 2013

    • Soccer captain (state champs 2013!) and co-president of student council

    • You may have also seen me slingin’ pizzas at Goodman’s American Pie, serving coffee at Sweet Surrender Bakery, or landscaping in the summers to raise money for my gap year

  • Received a full scholarship to the University of Vermont

    • Co-founded a residential learning community focused on agriculture + civic engagement

    • Graduated with a B.A. in Environmental Studies in 2018

Post-Grad

  • Returned to my family’s homestead with my partner, Nate, to deepen our connection to the land and local community

  • Completed a 3-year clinical herbalism certification at VCIH; launched a practice focused on nervous system support through herbal medicine and coaching

  • Continue to see clients privately and through contracted roles; most recently supported 7–10 year olds at Union Street Elementary School through mental health breaks centered around crafting, gardening, games, and anxiety-reduction tools

  • Currently landscape from spring through fall, hostess in the winter, and serve herbalism clients year-round

In my work, I often support people in social and emotional settings, which has taught me how to stay calm, grounded, and present during moments of stress. I strive to listen deeply, understand people to the best of my ability, and meet others with empathy and respect.

I believe every voice deserves to be heard — period.

We are at a point where we need to move beyond the distraction of party lines and focus on what truly matters: building thriving communities where everyone feels welcomed, represented, and able to participate.

I would bring my strengths in deep listening, mediation, and facilitation to this role. I believe we need more leaders in politics who serve with compassion and know how to bring people together to find practical, creative solutions.

Vermonters are some of the most resourceful people I know — let’s work together to create a better future for the local communities of our brave little state!

(L to R) Nate and I vending at the Ludlow Farmer’s Market; pictured with family - Nate, Bill, Marcey, Eli, and Bella; at home with a handful of calendula!