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Rutland’s Budget Breakdown: Where Your Tax Dollars Are Going and What It Means for the City’s Future
Rutland’s budget has grown, but rising salaries, pensions, and retiree healthcare now consume over 30% of city spending, leaving less for infrastructure and services. Crime…
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Understanding Vermont’s Legal Justice System Amid Rising Crime Rates
Vermont’s justice system operates with county-level prosecutors and appointed judges reviewed every six years. Residents can voice concerns to the Judicial Retention Committee and their…
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Is Vermont Waging Economic Warfare on Its Own People?
Vermont’s legislature claims its policies serve the public good, but decades of restrictive regulations, rising taxes, and inaction on crime and addiction tell a different…
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Homelessness, Addiction, and Crime: Vermont’s Correlation Crisis
Homelessness in Vermont has surged 200% since 2020, alongside rising crime. Addiction and mental health—not housing costs—drive these crises. Vermont’s policies enable dependency and attract…
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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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The Government Usurpation of Charity: How Policies Displace Responsibility
Modern policies that prioritize entitlements over accountability have exacerbated issues like homelessness, drug use, and crime. By sidelining personal responsibility and treating individuals as victims,…
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Vermont Crime Today
December 2, 2024: Vermont’s recent crime reports reveal a range of serious incidents across the state. Law enforcement is tackling violent crimes, including sexual assault…
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Around Vermont
November 27, 2024: Vermont’s news reflects a balance of local community initiatives and significant political shifts. Addison and Orleans counties deal with safety and justice…
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Vermont Crime Today
November 25, 2024: Crime-related incidents across Vermont highlight serious concerns about public safety, drug trafficking, and domestic violence. Drug-related arrests in Addison, Bennington, and Chittenden…
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