Trump affirms life of ‘born and unborn,’ promotes adoption
“Adoption affirms the inherent value of human life and signals that every child — born or unborn — is wanted and loved,” Trump said
African-Americans giving Trump a chance
“It’s the nature of the beast,” Boone, a government contractor, said. “You’re supposed to be oppressed, you’re supposed to be victimized by things that … didn’t happen in your lifetime.”
Opinion: The empty promises of socialism
The historical record is clear: Everywhere it has been tried, socialism has done harm. It’s a cautionary tale that should be taught to every new generation.
State Headliners: Vermont joins regional plan for ‘pricing mechanism’ to reduce transportation carbon emissions
The Transportation and Climate Initiative “would require fuel distributors to buy pollution permits for some of the carbon they produce,” the Boston Globe reported Wednesday. If so, Vermont drivers would pay more at the gas pump. In effect, it would be a carbon tax.
Roper: Want more diversity in Vermont, promote school choice
We have the oldest, and I would argue, the most comprehensive and dynamic school choice system in the country. Maybe it’s time to shout that fact from the rooftops and let the country know of our role in “the civil rights issue of our time.”
How school choice is lifting up Puerto Rico’s children after Hurricane Maria
Out of the devastation wrought by Hurricane Maria came an opportunity to reform the ailing education system on the island.
Why coal and nuclear bailouts aren’t needed
The federal government is not responsible for leading the coal and nuclear industries out of the doldrums. Nor is it able to — experience shows that subsidizing industry only dulls the effects of bad policy only as long as the subsidies last.
Here’s how much red tape Trump has cut
The Trump administration reported $23 billion in savings from 176 deregulatory actions in fiscal year 2018. The administration also issued 65 percent fewer “significant” rules than the Obama administration, and 51 percent fewer than the Bush administration.
Study reveals religious upbringing better for kids’ health, well-being
A recent Harvard study reveals that children who had a religious upbringing are likely to be healthier and have a higher degree of well-being in early adulthood than those who did not.
Influx of younger people to New Hampshire draws competing claims for credit
“It’s no wonder those in their 20s and 30s are flocking to New Hampshire. From investing in education, to creating a job-oriented economy that’s stronger than ever, New Hampshire has become a destination for success,” Gov. Chris Sununu wrote.
‘The Vermont’ will be the most technologically advanced submarine in the world
It is an honor to have the newest of the Virginia class of submarines named after the Green Mountain State. It is the first time since 1920 when the second USS Vermont was decommissioned that a ship will bear the name Vermont.
The dangerous consequences of calling sovereignty and patriotism ‘dog whistles’
“Patriotism” and “sovereignty” are now dirty words. That’s what one Washington Post editor said in response to President Donald Trump’s United Nations speech on Tuesday.