Vermont spent over $100,000 on a redistricting task force that never delivered the maps required by law. Despite clear directives in Act 73, the group rejected its mandate, accepted per-diem funds, and produced no statutory outcome—raising
America’s math decline wasn’t caused by other nations racing ahead — it happened because we kept reinventing what already worked. While top countries stuck to structured, logical teaching, U.S. schools buried simple arithmetic under ideolog
If you've ever wondered where Vermont's Progressive legislature gets its big ideas, look no further than the Center for American Progress (CAP). From costly energy mandates to contentious social policies, CAP's influence drives legislation
Vermont’s latest demographic report shows modest population growth driven by in-migration, but the state faces long-term challenges with an aging population, declining birth rates, and labor shortages. Without bold action to attract younger
According to the Rutland Herald, Rutland High School attendance officer Howard Wasserman wrote a Facebook post about Charlie Kirk’s assassination, ending with “the racist Pedophile Party is running the show.” The post—later deleted—sparked
Vermont's shift from a culture of hard work and independence to one of complacency is reflected in its policies. With marijuana dispensaries praised, but no excitement for high-paying jobs, and a welfare system that discourages work, the st
More than 60% of high school graduates enroll in college, yet fewer than 40% of U.S. jobs require a degree. Meanwhile, apprenticeship graduates average $80,000 starting salaries—often higher than new college grads. The numbers suggest a ser
As Vermont’s public spending climbs past $21,000 per working resident, a deeper imbalance emerges: the state keeps expanding spending, while taxpayers need to keep cutting their budgets to accommodate that spending. While government program
Vermont’s new school district map may look complete under Act 73, but small schools remain at risk. Act 168 gives communities a chance to save them—if they act fast. Forming BOCES partnerships could be the key to preserving rural education.
WCAX ran a story about cuts to public broadcasting — but led with Cookie Monster. There’s just one problem: Sesame Street hasn’t needed CPB funding in years. Here’s the real story behind who pays for what, who doesn’t, and what the internet
Vermont served over a million tax payer funded summer meals in 2024—no registration, no residency checks, and kids didn’t need to be present. In 2025, families also received $120 in Summer EBT. It’s a generous system, but who's tracking out
Vermont is about to redraw its school district map under Act 73. FYIVT built a working model that meets every legal requirement—and might hit harder than expected in Chittenden and Washington counties. Tiny schools? This could be the final
