LETTER: Thoughts on political leadership
When it comes to governing and providing sorely needed political leadership, particularly during times of financial troubles as well as when there is a serious humanitarian and social crisis, at least to my way of thinking as a layperson, the main concerns of an elected politician or otherwise a candidate seeking political office should not merely be about the administration and management of government, but rather be toward providing proper leadership, particularly and most importantly when balancing competing as well as diverse interests and needs.
LETTER: For the lack of a coherent plan
Finding a better way to meaningfully and seriously address homelessness within the state long-term has been handled by all sides as nothing more than a political football.
Muddied waters following annual city election
Communities like Montpelier play host to the wider area and are largely footing the bill for services that are meeting the needs of other nearby communities and, as a result, are in large part being burdened with more than their fair share compared to neighboring communities at the local and regional level.