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National Scorecard Shows Vermont’s Federal Delegation Held the Line Against Republican Attacks
2025 LCV National Scorecard shows how Vermont’s delegation fought back against attacks on our democracy and environmental protections.
These Vermont Businesses are Tackling the Waste Crisis
Our economy is built on extraction and disposal. We mine it, make it, ship it, use it, and then we throw it away. From fast fashion to single-use plastics to entire buildings torn down and sent to the landfill, waste isn’t just a trash problem. It’s a climate problem and a community problem.
Treasurer Pieciak is Delivering on Affordability
You don’t have to be paying close attention to notice that our state treasurer, Mike Pieciak, is seemingly everywhere. Whether you’re scrolling on socials, at a community event, watching the news, or cleaning out your inbox - Treasurer Pieciak is omnipresent. Just...
Taxing the Richest Vermonters to Recapture Federal Tax Cuts
A week ago today, I stood behind advocates, citizens, and legislators at a press conference in the State House calling on the passage of a suite of bills that would tax the richest Vermonters. After the passage of H.R. 1, states have been left to foot the bill for...
Banning Deadly Paraquat
In this episode, Justin Marsh hosts Anna Seuberling of VPIRG and Senator Martin Larocque Gulick to discuss the pressing issue of toxic chemicals, particularly focusing on the herbicide paraquat and its proposed ban in Vermont. The conversation delves into the health risks associated with paraquat, personal motivations for advocating its ban, and the legislative process involved. They also touch on other toxic substances, including neonicotinoids and artificial dyes, and the ongoing efforts to strengthen Vermont’s toxics legislation. The episode highlights the importance of community advocacy and the role of legislation in protecting public health.
Statement in Response to Governor Scott’s FY27 Budget Address
Vermonters can’t afford the Governor’s short-sighted approach–we need legislators to come together to create the more affordable, healthier and more resilient Vermont we deserve.