Letter to the Editor: Trump’s bad example makes me better

“I am becoming someone who speaks out and stands up for justice, challenging my assumptions and biases.”

“With all due respect for the dedicated existing board members, it is time for some new ideas and thinkers in the leadership.”

“I am not convinced that a trip paid for by the Israeli government was how we want our legislators to spend their time.”

“Primary care should be a public good. This will save money and save lives.”

“Universal Primary Care will stop the administrative waste, reduce fragmented care, and prevent some chronic illnesses and emergencies that both decrease quality of life and suck large sums out of the system.”

“Vermont’s governor and legislators need to remind themselves that, when weighing a potential candidate for the Supreme Court, their primary responsibility is not to the candidate, no matter how superb their qualifications, but to the integrity of the Cou … (read more)

“Why is there no news to report about Mr. Heffernan taking any kind of interest in public leadership during an unprecedented time of erosion of our democracy and our civil liberties?”

“Addison County State Sen. Steve Heffernan once again has demonstrated a failure to meet the moment.”

“[Legislators] would be wise to also reconsider how to protect Vermonters in the near-certain event that ICE and CBP officers initiate an immigration sweep through the state.”

“I strongly believe we have an opportunity in this legislative session to strengthen our food system in meaningful, lasting ways.”

“The government-sanctioned violence that we are witnessing across the nation has historically targeted black and brown communities.”

“I think over the next year and beyond we need to be mentally and actually prepared to disrupt business as usual to save our democracy.”

“Right now, our grass fields at MUHS and on Creek Road are usable for only about six months each year.”

“Let this be a tipping point towards justice and peace.”

“I urge citizens to stay informed about bills affecting Vermont’s food supply and to contact their legislators in support of Vermonters rights and ability to grow our own food.”