“By being prepared, Vermonters can hopefully avoid the worst of ICE’s tendency to use excessive force in what are often illegal ways, while offering support to a valued part of our communities.”
“Donald Trump does not ‘disagree’ with his opponents. In his pursuit of absolute power, he attempts to destroy anyone who stands in his way.”
Last year, Phil Scott took the lead on education reform and he spent his address on Wednesday championing that reform. But he tells a partial story.
Trump is not the most productive president in his first year; the more accurate claim is he’s done the most damage any president ever has. In one realm — mayhem — he’s a leader.
“The hope going into the upcoming legislative session is Gov. Phil Scott will work with the legislature to reach a better place.”
“Taxpayers expect a high value for the money spent with the success of future projects dependent on that fulfillment. But when that high bar is met, it’s gratifying.”
“Just half of the projected [property tax] increase is due to anticipated increases in higher school budgets in the 2026-2027 school year.”
“The Act 73 Redistricting Task Force recognizes that closing small schools and creating mega-school districts will not solve Vermont’s rising education costs.”
“Vermont’s school redistricting task force sent a cautionary message when it voted this week to recommend voluntary mergers of school districts.”
“It’s incumbent on communities to meet the minimum student threshold of pupils per grade if they want to keep their local school.”
“Two stories on the front page of today’s Addison Independent explain the impact [proposed healthcare cuts] will have on Vermonters.”
“The No Kings rally in Middlebury was a sight to behold.”
“Massive peaceful demonstrations help preserve the freedom Americans cherish.”
“In Vermont, Sen. Douglass will hopefully do the right thing and resign.”
“Creating a parallel nonprofit to the Addy Indy is a first step to meet tomorrow’s challenges.”
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