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Burlington Gun Ban Advances — But What About Article 16?
The Vermont Senate passed S.131, advancing Burlington’s bid to ban firearms in bars — despite Article 16 of the Vermont Constitution guaranteeing the right to…
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Who Speaks for the People? How Lobbyists and Unions Are Drowning Out Vermont Voters
Despite Vermont’s small-town image, the real power in Montpelier often lies with lobbyists and institutional groups—not the taxpayers and voters footing the bill. As lobbying…
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Why Don’t We Move the State Capitol to Burlington?
With legislative leadership and key committee control concentrated in Burlington, some Vermonters are questioning whether Montpelier is still the true seat of power. If climate…
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The “Ideists” of Montpelier: Diversity Much?
In Vermont, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts focus on visible traits like race and gender, but ignore intellectual and ideological diversity. Leadership excludes dissenting…
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Repeal the Global Warming Solutions Act, It’s Time
Vermont’s focus on greenhouse gas reduction is driven by climate concerns, funding opportunities, and media pressure. But are these policies truly addressing Vermont’s unique needs,…
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Property Tax Blues: Act 46, Rising Taxes, and Unchecked Education Spending
Vermonters faced significant property tax hikes in 2024, with increases as high as 25-30%. Despite hopes that Act 46 would reduce costs through school consolidation,…
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