Commentary Series
Commentary Series
Energy future
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Like greenhouse gasses, the future of electric generation is up in the air. Decisions on that future will have to be made soon. Commentator Tim McQuiston thinks it likely that no one is going to be completely happy with whatever happens next.Commentary Series
Doctor shortage
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There’s a shortage of primary care physicians in Vermont. Commentator Tim McQuiston has been thinking about this problem and what we might do about it.Commentary Series
New taxes
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Until recently, the internet was in effect a tax free zone, but commentator Tim McQuiston says that a number of states have taken steps to change that – includeding Vermont.Commentary Series
Econ plan
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As two-thousand-and-six draws to a close, commentator Tim McQuiston is thinking about the new year, and the opportunity for new prosperity.Commentary Series
Burt’s Bees
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Burt’s Bees might have been the micro-business that got away from Vermont, but commentator Timothy McQuiston says there are now ways to keep the next entrepreneur at home.Commentary Series
Cells
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Cell phones are everywhere these days, and commentator Tim McQuiston says they’re being put to use in some rather surprising ways.Commentary Series
Border crossing
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Commentator Tim McQuiston is concerned that attempts to address security issues along Vermont’s common border with Canada may have some unintended – and unfortunate – consequences.Commentary Series
Affordable housing
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Experts are concerned about the “Graying of Vermont,” but when it comes to attracting more young people to settle here, commentator Tim McQuiston thinks affordable housing will be a key factor.Commentary Series