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Be Informed PoliticsNovember 1, 2024

Who is a Fascist?

Before throwing that word around, look at the history. The accusation of “fascist!” is being tossed around a lot in the closing weeks of this campaign season, which gets me to wondering if these accusers actually know what fascism is. It

Be Informed PoliticsOctober 30, 2024

Crat Got Your Tongue?

In Vermont and across the U.S., cancel culture has led to the suppression of dissenting opinions. Many feel unable to speak out without facing social or professional backlash. If you’re actively silencing opposing views through public shami

Green Mountain Narcissism

In 2012, Green Mountain Power acquired CVPS, promising $144 million in savings for Vermont ratepayers. Twelve years later, those savings haven't materialized, and Vermonters are paying some of the highest electricity rates in the country. T

Be Informed PoliticsOctober 26, 2024

BRING YOUR BALLOTS!!!

Vermont’s Title 17 statutes guide election procedures, emphasizing fairness and transparency. Justices of the Peace play a key role in ballot counting and recounts, with bipartisan representation ensuring integrity. Voters are urged to brin

Be Informed CrimeOctober 26, 2024

Devil in the Details

Claims of racial bias in Vermont law enforcement often rely on limited data, showing disparities in traffic stops. However, these claims frequently overlook key context, such as the significant volume of police interactions and the laws enf

Be Informed CrimeOctober 25, 2024

Arrest. Release. Repeat.

Vermont's criminal justice system is facing criticism for its revolving-door approach, where repeat offenders are released quickly and frequently re-offend. The leniency, especially in Chittenden County, is compared to New York's bail refor

Be Informed NationalOctober 23, 2024

The Presidential Butterfly Effect

Vermont’s economic future is uncertain as the state’s supermajority continues to raise taxes while federal policies under a potential Kamala Harris or Donald Trump presidency could either exacerbate or mitigate the challenges. The state’s h

Be Informed PoliticsOctober 22, 2024

Front Porch For-them

Front Porch Forum, a Vermont-based social media platform, is funded partly by taxpayer money but has been accused of political bias, particularly against conservatives. Despite its claim of civil discourse and strict moderation, some posts

A VT Healthcare Fantasy

Vermont's health care system is unsustainable, with skyrocketing costs and shrinking insurance options. A new approach could simplify the process: direct hospital billing to the state using a low-cost system, cutting out middlemen and reduc

Be Informed InternationalOctober 15, 2024

Agenda 21 Puts the You in U.N.

This article explores how Agenda 21 and Agenda 2030—global sustainability frameworks created by the United Nations—have influenced Vermont's policies, from Act 250 to the Global Warming Solutions Act. These international principles have tri

Be Informed EnergyOctober 14, 2024

Lose the Hysterics

This article examines the deceptive use of emotionally charged names in legislation, focusing on the Affordable Care Act and Vermont’s Affordable Heat Act (Clean Heat Standard). It discusses how these names create misleading perceptions, st