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If It Ain’t Broke: How “New Math” Broke America’s Grip on Numbers
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.…
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Here Lies Act 250: What if It Were Repealed in 2027?
If Act 250 truly “shaped the Vermont we love today,” then it shaped a state where the scenery thrives while the citizens struggle. A repeal in 2027 would return…
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Vermont’s $/lb Reality Check
Vermont’s three-acre rule demands costly stormwater retrofits from a few hundred landowners, yet the state still can’t show how many pounds of phosphorus it will actually remove. Meanwhile, basic…
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Friggin’ Ticks and What To Do About Them
Vermont’s deer ticks don’t die off when the snow flies — they just wait for you. Whether you’re hunting, hiking, or splitting wood, they’re out for blood year-round. Learn…
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A Reality Check on Wildlife Corridors
Vermont’s 2016 Act 171 requires towns to map and protect “forest blocks” and “habitat connectors,” but the policy has sparked growing frustration among landowners. Many say they’re carrying the…
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Did You Vote for Collective Aesthetic Regulations?
Vermont’s Act 250 doesn’t just regulate pollution—it polices beauty. Under Criterion 8, projects can be denied for being “out of harmony” with the landscape. These subjective rules add cost,…
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A $1’s Journey: Where Your Taxes Go
Ever wondered where your tax dollars go? In Vermont, every dollar you pay supports education, healthcare, infrastructure, and more. Dive into a clear breakdown of how your contributions help…
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The Limits of Wage Controls in a Free Market
The minimum wage debate often overlooks hidden costs for small businesses, like government mandates and insurance expenses, which double payroll expenses. Yet, wage laws rarely account for the self-employed,…
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Those Nickels & Dimes Add Up
The high cost of living in Vermont stems from rising business expenses, shrinking paychecks, and reliance on imported goods. Businesses pass on higher costs to consumers, while residents face…
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When Vermont’s Budget Outruns Its Economy
Vermont’s state spending has grown far faster than its economy over the past 20 years, creating a heavy reliance on federal aid and increasing taxes. To build a sustainable…
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