Vermont Traditions Coalition applauds Governor Phil Scott for highlighting the need for better mental health crisis management in his veto of S30.
Moore: Scott hits bullseye with S.30 veto focus on mental health crisis
Gun carry ban opponent to senator: “It must be nice to have guards”
A bill sponsored by Sen. Philip Baruth (D-Chittenden) to prohibit carrying guns in some public places lacks support in the Senate Judiciary Committee, committee member Sen. Joe Benning (R-Caledonia) confirmed yesterday.
Reader feedback sought: why carry weapons at a peaceful rally?
“Anyone packing for Montpelier on the 17th ought to answer this question: Why would you arm yourself for a peaceable assembly?” Why indeed? Even as a non-gun owner, some rather obvious reasons come mind. First, Vermonters have the legal right to carry. Second, a firearm might come in handy if someone starts shooting at you or someone else.
