Anyone who lives in a state such as Vermont, where there is minimal public transportation and everyone drives, and who opposes nuclear power is living in a dream world of misinformation and denial.
And they are hypocrites.
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Since Vermont Yankee's 2014 shutdown, it's become clear that state officials have a long list of complaints about the nuclear-decommissioning process. So it should come as no surprise that they have an equally long wish list as the federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission considers ways to improve that process. The state's requests range from the straightforward - for instance, enhanced public input and emergency planning - to the arcane, such as a deeper analysis of zirconium fire risks. Vermont officials are...
The start of the new year provides an opportunity to reflect, and set out our intentions for the months ahead. This year, I am asking all legislators to join me in committing to protect and expand access for Vermonters who are seeking access to public records. The bottom line is: open government is good government! Vermonters shouldn't have to pay for access to inspect public records their government creates in the course of agency business. Navigating who to ask, and...
On Sept. 7, from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m., Grace Cottage Hospital and Brattleboro Area Hospice will host a community screening of the documentary Being Mortal. After the screening, audience members can participate in a facilitated conversation about the film, including how to identify and communicate one's wishes about end-of-life goals and preferences. The panel discussion will be facilitated by Robert Backus, M.D. A panel of local healthcare professionals will join the conversation: Susanne Shapiro, RN, Director of West River Valley...
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