Economic Growth
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Is It Time for Vermont to Take the Next Step in Progressive Taxation?
Vermont has long been a leader in progressive policy, but is it time to take taxation to the next level? A new proposal suggests a…
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Why Isn’t Growth Translating to Prosperity?
Vermont’s economy looks strong on paper, but many residents struggle as wealth concentrates in Chittenden County while rural areas decline. Overregulation, job loss, and a…
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Act 250: A Barrier to Vermont’s Economic Future
Act 250 was created to protect Vermont’s natural beauty, but its unintended consequences have hurt the state’s economy. By regulating housing and manufacturing out of…
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Around Vermont
November 26, 2024: Vermont communities highlight a mix of cultural, economic, and policy-driven developments. Addison and Windham counties celebrate arts and culture, while Caledonia and…
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Around Vermont
November 14, 2024: Vermont communities are engaging deeply with local issues, from democratic participation to infrastructure improvements. In Addison County, Middlebury students demonstrated heightened civic…
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Fearmongers Need Not Apply
“Fearmongers Need Not Apply” calls out Vermont’s climate “fear porn,” comparing it to medieval responses during the Little Ice Age. It argues that alarmism damages…
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VT’s Demographic and Economic Crossroads
Vermont’s latest demographic report shows modest population growth driven by in-migration, but the state faces long-term challenges with an aging population, declining birth rates, and…
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The Presidential Butterfly Effect
Vermont’s economic future is uncertain as the state’s supermajority continues to raise taxes while federal policies under a potential Kamala Harris or Donald Trump presidency…
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Don’t Worry, The State Will Pay For It
Vermont’s reliance on state intervention has created a dangerous cycle of rising costs and dependency. Policies like the Clean Heat Standard drive up living expenses,…
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The Irony of Progress and Pragmatism
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.…
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