Vermont’s K-12 education system boasts ambitious goals, but 56% of high school graduates still lack college-readiness in core areas. With rising student-on-teacher violence and weak accountability measures, parents and taxpayers are questio
On May 8, 2024, Vermont’s Senate Committee on Government Operations voted down an amendment to expand survivor benefits to law enforcement and corrections officers, citing budget concerns. Initially created for firefighters and EMS personne
In the U.S., raw milk faces strict regulations, yet statistics show vegetables and pasteurized milk cause comparable foodborne illnesses. Vermont's raw milk laws treat it almost as hazardous, while high-risk foods like leafy greens go unmar
Will they listen? The big question many pundits are asking in the wake of the major Republican pick-ups in the state house and senate is what will they do with their newfound numbers? Six pick-ups in the Senate and what looks like around
In Vermont, state senators were once allocated by county, balancing urban and rural voices. But the 1964 Reynolds v. Sims decision mandated population-based representation, amplifying the influence of populous counties like Chittenden. Shou
Vermont faces a growing drug crisis, with overdose deaths and drug-related violence surging, even in its smallest towns. As cartel-driven networks infiltrate our communities, local law enforcement confronts unprecedented dangers. Supporting
Vermonters, Too often, we’ve found ourselves caught in a cycle where every single issue is met with an exaggerated sense of crisis, as if every challenge marks the end of the world. Catastrophizing like this doesn’t just skew our perspec
With Vermont facing a potential 20% property tax increase in 2025, recent election results may shift the balance toward fiscal reform. The addition of a Republican lieutenant governor and a stronger Republican Senate presence offers new hop
November 6, 2024: Vermont’s counties reported a range of criminal activity, from property crime to violent incidents. In Addison and Bennington counties, police responded to cases of burglary and vehicle break-ins, emphasizing property safe
Vermont's Certificate of Need (CON) program regulates healthcare growth by requiring state approval for expanding services, like hospitals, nursing homes, and home health care. Originally aimed at controlling costs, critics argue it stifles
The Bipartisan Border Solutions Act, championed by Vice President Harris, promises streamlined asylum processing but sidesteps critical issues of border security and deterrence. On the ground, CBP agents and residents face escalating danger
Vermont’s recent use-of-force policy changes aim to increase transparency, yet data shows Vermont’s police already maintain an impressive track record. With force used in only 0.3% of almost half a million annual interactions and zero civil
