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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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VT’s S.8 Proposal Expands Dr. Dynasaur to Adults Under 26
Vermont’s S.8 proposes expanding Dr. Dynasaur to residents under 26 earning up to 312% of the federal poverty level, raising concerns about economic feasibility and…
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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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Vermont’s Housing Crisis: A Tale of Population Shifts, Overregulation, and Misguided Zoning Laws
Vermont’s housing crisis stems from uneven population shifts, restrictive zoning laws, and high development costs. Overregulation has stifled housing growth while escalating prices, leaving many…
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Governor Calls for Cost Reduction – Senator Proposes New Office
Governor Phil Scott’s call for reduced spending clashes with Senator Ginny Lyons’ proposed S.2, which would create a costly new Office of Health Equity. Critics…
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The Trojan Horse: VT’s S.1 Medicaid Expansion Proposal is Terrifying
The Vermont Legislature’s jaw-dropping proposal, S.1, aims to establish universal Medicaid-equivalent coverage for all residents by 2033—regardless of income. This reckless fiscal gamble ignores voters’…
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What is a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District, and What Does It Mean for Rutland?
Rutland is moving forward with a Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district to revitalize downtown. While the plan offers potential rewards like economic growth and infrastructure…
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Setting the Record Straight on Trapping and the VT Constitution
A recent op-ed misrepresents Senator Williams’ response to a non-constituent’s email on trapping. Vermont’s Constitution protects hunting, fishing, and trapping, and banning these practices ignores…
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The Case for Vaccine Exemptions in Vermont -> Part 2
Despite alarmist claims, Vermont’s robust public health record shows no significant outbreaks tied to vaccine exemptions. While diseases like measles are eradicated and pertussis is…
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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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