public safety
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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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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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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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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 Crime Today
December 5, 2024: Vermont authorities reported a range of criminal activities, from drug trafficking in Windham County to violent altercations in Bennington. Addison County dealt…
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Vermont Crime Today
December 2, 2024: Vermont’s crime reports highlight diverse challenges, from financial fraud in Franklin County to catalytic converter thefts in Orleans. Drug-related arrests in Windham…
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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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