Business & Economics
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An Intro To Crypto
Cryptocurrency is more than just hype—Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, XRP, and even Dogecoin are reshaping how money moves online. With simple platforms like Coinbase and Uphold,…
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Dark Money in Vermont: It’s Not Coming From AFP
Vermont’s “Affordable Heat Act” was branded as relief but, according to the state’s own Public Utility Commission, it raises heating costs by up to 45%.…
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The Illusion of Impact: Vermont’s GHG Cuts vs. Global Emissions
As discussions around climate change and greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensify, Vermont has positioned itself as a leader in implementing stringent environmental policies aimed at…
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Markets Brace for Fed Chair Powell’s Jackson Hole Remarks
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell will speak at Jackson Hole Friday at 10 a.m. Eastern, a moment that could steer markets into the fall. Investors…
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Vermont’s Economic Dilemma
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.…
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Do Americans Need College Degrees? The Data Says Most Don’t
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…
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Do VT Property Owners Really Own Their Property — Or Rent It From the State?
Vermont law shields renters from eviction and even allows them to withhold rent when housing fails habitability standards. Yet property owners behind on taxes face…
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Vermont’s Spending Reality Check
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…
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The Real-Feel Tax Burden in Vermont
Vermonters may be paying far more than the official tax rates suggest. After income, payroll, property, and unavoidable fees, many households are losing 30–40% of…
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Why Act 73 Doesn’t Save Small Schools—But Act 168 Could
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…
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