People’s budget moves forward in the Vermont Legislature
The Vermont Workers’ Center (VWC) welcomes the inclusion
in the “big bill” of language that for the first time attempts to
define the purpose of the state budget, calling this inclusion a
historic first step toward establishing a people’s budget — spending
and revenue policy focused on satisfying the human needs of the people
of Vermont.
Lisman: Legislative session blunts hope for shared prosperity
Policymakers in Montpelier remain unfocused as to building a vibrant economy that puts our citizens on a path to shared prosperity.
Pelham: Follow the money (and watch your wallet)
There is much risk baked into the fiscal course upon which the House has embarked which can readily generate pressures for higher taxes, although likely after this fall’s elections. Hopefully the Senate can address these pitfalls before the Legislature leaves town.
Douglas presser on video: Governor talks about meeting with Obama, new Yankee changes, Guard, budget
Douglas doesn’t support ban on cell phones and believes legislators should leave campaign finance alone.
