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Be Informed EducationOctober 13, 2024

Great Moments in Scientific Consensus

This article explores the dangers of relying on scientific consensus to drive public support, especially in climate change debates. It examines how science thrives on open inquiry and critical examination, not consensus or dogma. Drawing fr

Politics StatehouseOctober 7, 2024

Halloween Zombie Ballots?

In Vermont's flawed election system, live ballots are being sent to dead voters, non-residents, and non-citizens, raising serious concerns about election security. Examples of multiple ballots, DMV errors, and unremoved names highlight fail

Be Informed PoliticsOctober 7, 2024

The Rogue's Gallery: Activism in Vermont

In Vermont, a network of activist organizations and environmental lobbyists, including Efficiency Vermont, the Sierra Club, and VNRC, work closely with the state’s Democrat supermajority to push progressive policies. While these initiatives

Health NationalOctober 5, 2024

Abortion Rights as a Political Tool

Abortion rights have long been used as a political tool rather than a legislative priority. Despite controlling both the White House and Congress under Obama, Democrats did not codify Roe v. Wade into law. This wasn’t just an oversight but

Be Informed NationalSeptember 29, 2024

Trump, Harris, and Border Security

The U.S. border crisis has intensified, with millions of encounters and "gotaways" since 2021. Trump’s border policies focused on immediate enforcement and deterrence, while Harris's efforts aimed at addressing migration's root causes in Ce

Be Informed NationalSeptember 28, 2024

Think Tank Facts & Fictions

As the election nears, a deep dive into the affiliations between political candidates and influential think tanks like the Center for American Progress and the Heritage Foundation reveals significant policy divergences. This analysis contra