Opinion and commentary at VTDigger
VTDigger publishes opinion pieces from community members and regular contributors on issues affecting Vermonters. These essays are distinct from VTDigger’s independent news reporting and reflect the views of their authors.
This section features commentary and analysis from across the state, providing a space for civic dialogue alongside VTDigger’s journalism.
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An ‘arms embargo’ organization could cost Vermont dearly
A campaign targeting 35 Vermont manufacturing and technology employers, supporting thousands of jobs, could destroy livelihoods and struggling communities.
Behind tinted windows, ICE is watching
What ICE does to migrants today should worry every American, not just those being deported.
Our schools are being crushed by state mandates
A sharp drop in the state’s excess spending threshold is forcing Hartford to make deep cuts, even as expenses rise.
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Let’s have a substantive debate on energy affordability
The gubernatorial candidates need to say how they would make energy more affordable for Vermont households and businesses.
A Vermont degree should come with a green card
As international enrollment falls, Vermont stands to lose millions in economic activity. A green card for full-tuition graduates would change that.
Fight trafficking by decriminalizing consensual adult sex work
Vermont’s prostitution laws make it harder for people to report exploitation and for survivors to rebuild their lives.
School budgets run on diesel
As fuel costs eat into district finances, the question is what gets cut to keep buses running.
A salute to the Northeast Kingdom’s sharpest wit
No label quite captures a commentary this tongue-in-cheek.
Don’t tax Vermont expats out of coming home
A huge tax increase on second homes could push out owners with deep Vermont roots and let wealthier buyers with fewer ties take their place.
