Crime
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Manipulated Crime Data: The National Push for “Smart Justice”
Vermont lawmakers are doubling down on Smart Justice reforms—expanding bail reform, diversion programs, and pushing for an OPC in Burlington—all based on manipulated crime reports.…
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How Vermont’s Bail Reform Led to a Crime Surge (And the ACLU Won’t Admit It)
Vermont’s 2018 bail reform was sold as a way to make the justice system fairer, but the reality has been a surge in property crime,…
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Data Breach? Here’s What to Do Right Now
If your personal data has been exposed in a breach, take immediate action to protect yourself. Secure your tax filings with an IRS PIN, enable…
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Becca, Bernie, and Peter Say No to Public Safety
On the same day a Border Patrol agent was tragically killed in Vermont by an illegal alien visa overstayer, Senator Peter Welch voted against the…
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Act 201: 21 Year Old Juvenile Offenders? and More!
Act 201 promised bold justice reform, extending juvenile court jurisdiction to offenders as old as 21. But with underfunded programs, rising crime, and inconsistent prosecutions,…
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Fight Back Against Spam: How to Outsmart Annoying Calls and Texts
Spam calls and texts are a modern nuisance, but you can fight back with simple tactics like saying “hello” once and hanging up if there’s…
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Balint Votes To Not Deport Violent Felons
Representative Becca Balint voted against H.R. 7909, a bipartisan bill to deport non-citizens convicted of violent crimes like domestic violence and sexual assault. Her decision…
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Should Vermont Consider a Stand Your Ground Law?
Vermont’s self-defense laws need modernization to meet the challenges of rising crime. A clear, robust “Stand Your Ground” law would empower law-abiding citizens to protect…
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Why Vermont Should Allow Tax Deductions for Crime Victims
Vermont’s economy suffers when crime persists, leaving victims to bear the costs while the state demands full taxes. Allowing tax deductions for theft losses could…
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Vermont Records 253 Drug Overdose Deaths in 2023
Vermont reported 253 drug overdose deaths in 2023, ranking in the top third of U.S. states with an age-adjusted rate of 40.7 per 100,000 residents.…
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