Vermont's H72 bill establishes a safe injection site in Burlington, aiming to reduce overdose deaths. However, critics argue it will attract more drug trafficking through southern Vermont, increasing crime in towns like Rutland and Benningt
Vermont's Congresswoman Becca Balint, along with Senators Bernie Sanders and Peter Welch, voted to block H.R. 5 and H.R. 734, bills designed to reestablish parental rights in education and maintain fairness in women’s sports. Their votes hi
Vermont faces a paradox: while there's a pressing housing shortage, the state is dedicating millions to conservation, locking up land that could be used for development. Through the Vermont Housing and Conservation Board, millions are alloc
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
Vermont, once the cleanest state in the U.S. before the Vermont Yankee closure, continues to face pressure from environmental groups like CLF. Despite being a low-polluting state, CLF demands more aggressive climate actions, targeting Vermo
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
A Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scan is a non-invasive test that detects calcium buildup in coronary arteries, helping assess heart disease risk. Available in Vermont, it offers an affordable, proactive way to monitor cardiovascular health,
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
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
Act 250, once designed to protect Vermont's environment, has become a complex web of regulations that stifles economic growth, favors the wealthy, and creates systemic barriers for lower-income and minority communities. Reforming or repeali
The green movement, while focused on reducing emissions and transitioning to renewable energy, often overlooks critical issues. Exploitative labor practices, hazardous waste from discarded technologies, and the environmental impact of impro
Vermont’s progressive policies, aimed at environmental leadership and aggressive climate action, have ironically led to higher greenhouse gas emissions compared to less progressive New Hampshire. While Vermont struggles with economic growth
