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Inclusion: students with disabilities in the classroom
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We talk with filmmaker Dan Habib and University of Vermont education professor Michael Giangreco about the concept of inclusion for students with disabilities, and how it plays out in the classroom. Also, reporter Erin Demuth Judd of the Glens Falls Post-Star tells us whether the north country will see an infusion of economic development aid from New York state. And we ring in the Chinese New Year with celebrants as they prepare banners for New Year’s Day on Thursday.VPR News
Members of Vt delegation have differing views of economic stimulus package
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The 3 members of Vermont’s congressional delegation have different views of the new economic stimulus package that’s being considered in Washington. The question is whether or not Congress should pass a compromise rebate program now, and then address other economic concerns later.VPR News
Lawmakers told renewable energy can foster economic development
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Lawmakers want to cut the state’s use of fossil fuels and expand renewable energy But they also hope an energy policy that focuses on Vermont-based sources will create jobs and grow businesses.VPR News
Rural areas to receive millions for small business development
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The U.S. House has given its approval to legislation that’s expected to pump millions of dollars into small business projects in the most northern and rural parts of Vermont.VPR News