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.
Latest Opinion
Credit card giants have their hands in every Vermont till
A new bill would stop credit card giants from skimming fees off taxes and tips that small businesses never keep.
Stroke survivors deserve a path forward
When a stroke survivor is discharged from the hospital, the hardest part of recovery is often just beginning, and most families don’t know help is available.
Vermont’s future depends on restoring legal immigration
As federal immigration restrictions tighten, Vermont is losing the workers, students and neighbors it needs to survive.
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In defense of Act 181
The wild animals we share this land with didn’t get a vote. Act 181 gives them a voice.
Burtt amendment gives Vermont farms long-overdue Act 250 relief
A surprise floor amendment to S.325 exempts farms from Act 250 permitting for recreational and educational events. It’s long overdue.
The new face of nicotine in our schools
The days of catching kids smoking behind the gym are over. Now the problem is harder to spot, and teachers need help.
When does a public conversation about permitting begin and end?
Before you restrict appeals, ask why neighbors turned to them in the first place.
Let’s make pronouns matter again
Misgendering is on the rise, even at Vermont’s most progressive campuses, and the cost to those affected is real.
You’re being tracked. Vermont can do something about it.
Every time you go online, businesses are collecting your data. A new bill before the Legislature would put limits on what they can do with it.
