Letter to the editor: Congressional voting bill would suppress turnout

Under current U.S. law, it is illegal for non-citizens to register and vote in federal or state elections. Additionally, we have robust processes to ensure that only eligible voters are casting ballots.

To Commerce Secretary Lutnick: Inefficiencies are caused by micromanagement. Stop micromanaging. We, the people, value the work done at all Commerce Department agencies.

The journey to equity is important — are we clear about what equity means versus equality? AND, if we agree to provide a “robust” education to “all” students, how student needs are identified and addressed should be the drivers. If the focus is purely fin … (read more)

The Governor’s education plan falls way short. The changes he and Secretary Saunders propose involve massive disruptions in school administration with enormous implications for students, teachers, families, and communities.

The Governor’s education plan falls way short. The changes he and Secretary Saunders propose involve massive disruptions in school administration with enormous implications for students, teachers, families, and communities.

In the October 3 issue of the Addison Independent, Carolyn Schmidt and Gwyn Cattell summarize aspects of Project 2025’s Mandate for Leadership: The Conservative Promise. I appreciate their work and reporting out on the many objectionable ideas outlined in … (read more)

Virtuosic voices, fantastic acting, outstanding orchestra, flamboyant costumes, beautiful music, and humor!

When I heard, a year and a half ago, that Esther Charlestin was going to be the Dean of Climate and Culture at Middlebury Union Middle School, I was thrilled.

If you see something, say something. That’s what we tell our students to do.

I believe that education is the foundation to building a democratic society. Education that involves not just math, reading and writing skills, but education to think critically about systems and structures that construct society. I believe well-educated, … (read more)