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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 1d

Missed the event? Don't worry - there are three more stops on our tour this year. Find details and register at: vnrc.org/announce-our-big-beautiful-tour-about-a-big-ugly-bill

Announcing our Big Beautiful Tour About a Big Ugly Bill – Vermont Natural Resources Council

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 1d

Middlebury showed up in force for this evening's Big Beautiful Tour (about a Big Ugly Bill)! Thank you to our panelists, legislators, partners, guests, and a BIG thank you to @balint.house.gov for her leadership and insight into the situation in Washington.
#vtpoli

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50501 Vermont @50501vt.bsky.social · 2d

We cannot and will not allow these attacks on our freedoms to stand uncontested.

MAKE YOUR PLANS FOR 10/18:

Find an event near you: 50501vermont.com/event/no-kin...

No event in your town? Start one: nokings.org/host-toolkit

Donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/50501vermont

The administration continues to escalate its attack on our rights and the rule of law. In late September, the president authorized the use of tear gas and other “non-lethal” munitions against peaceful protesters (1) legally exercising their right to free speech in Portland, Oregon. Last week, ICE carried out a full-force raid on U.S. citizens’ homes in Chicago without warrants.(2) And on Friday, they began targeting immigrant children as young as ten.(3)

It’s getting frighteningly real. As a trans woman, I feel particularly vulnerable when the Donald calls transgender people the “biggest domestic public safety threat.” The Heritage Foundation now labels anyone who supports us as a “domestic terrorist.”(4) The creator of the trans flag, like nearly half of respondents to a poll conducted by Williams college in May, is fleeing the country.(5) If the spending bill had passed, hundreds of thousands of transgender Americans could have lost access to hormones, without which many would not survive.(6)

We cannot and will not allow these attacks on our freedoms to stand uncontested.

On October 18, we come together across Vermont to speak truth to power, defend our communities, and reclaim our democracy from the cruelty and corruption threatening it.

MAKE YOUR PLANS FOR 10/18:
Find an event near you: 50501vermont.com/events
No event in your town? Start one: nokings.org/host-toolkit

Across Vermont, nearly 40 towns are already organizing, from Brattleboro to Burlington, from Barre to Bennington, joining a national wave of peaceful resistance. Together, we can help the country reach the “3.5% threshold” that research shows always leads to real change.

In America, we don’t have kings. We will not back down from chaos, corruption, or cruelty. “No Kings” is more than a slogan - it’s a promise to each other.

SUPPORT THE MOVEMENT:
Donate: secure.actblue.com/donate/50501vermont
Grab a t-shirt: marchmerch.com/collections/50501-vermont

OUR COMMITMENT TO NONVIOLENCE
All No Kings events are rooted in peaceful, lawful action. We ask everyone to act with compassion and discipline, to de-escalate and not to provoke, and to leave all weapons, even legal ones, at home. We show our strength not through force, but through courage, truth, and unity.

Together, we rise.
Geri Peterson, Volunteer/Organizer, 50501 Vermont

(1) https://www.youtube.com/shorts/I-bqKEd1OiU
(2) https://www.youtube.com/shorts/2d591LRPU40
(3) https://immigrantjustice.org/press-release/operation-freaky-friday-what-you-need-to-know/
(4) https://www.wired.com/story/heritage-foundation-uses-bogus-stat-to-push-a-trans-terrorism-classification/
(5) https://www.erininthemorning.com/p/creator-of-the-trans-flag-is-fleeing
(6) https://www.gendergp.com/the-danger-of-withdrawing-hormones-from-trans-people/

use of tear gas and other “non-lethal” munitions against peaceful protesters

The Heritage Foundation now labels anyone who supports us [trans people] as a “domestic terrorist.”

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 15d

Join us tomorrow in Barre City for the second panel on our Big Beautiful Tour About a Big Ugly Bill! 6-7:30pm at the Old Labor Hall! Learn how you can leverage this moment and fight back against federal action. #vtpoli #democracy

A blue tinted photo of a road, covered bridge, and trees is the backdrop to a poster. In large, white text at the top it reads "A Big Beautiful Tour" followed by partially underlined yellow text that reads "About a Big Ugly Bill." Below the headline, a yellow text box with white text reads "Join us this fall for a series of panels to learn how Vermonters are being impacted by, and respond to, federal action." A yellow location pinpoint serves as a bullet point with white text that reads "Old Labor Hall, Barre City Wednesday, September 24 6 - 7:30 PM." Horizontally at the bottom of the graphic, five white logos read "Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV)," "Hunger Free Vermont," "Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC)," "Planned Parenthood Vermont Action Fund," "Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG)."

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 19d

Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill" is hugely damaging legislation, & threatens communities across VT. That's why, in collaboration with our partners, we are putting on a Big Beautiful Tour - join us at one of the listed panels to learn how you can respond! #vtpoli
vnrc.org/announce-our...

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 20d

We need you to join us in Barre City TODAY! Come on down to City Hall Park at 6 PM to show that Vermonters say NO to billionaire-backed agendas that benefit the wealthy at our expense. We hope to see you there! #vtpoli #democracy #workersoverbillionaires

A graphic reading: "Workers over billionaire$" "Stand together Thursday, September 18th, City Hall Park, Barre - 6PM" "Vermont's future is not for sale."

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 23d

Public comments on this proposed rule change are open until September 22nd - follow the instructions on this page to speak out against this potentially devastating blow to US climate policy: www.epa.gov/regulations-...

Proposed Rule: Reconsideration of 2009 Endangerment Finding and Greenhouse Gas Vehicle Standards | US EPA

The proposed rule on the reconsideration of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding and motor vehicle rule

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · 23d

Trump's EPA is moving to rescind the 2009 "endangerment finding," which affirms that climate pollution threatens public health and welfare, and is the foundation of U.S. efforts to combat the climate crisis.
#climate #vtpoli #EPA

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 28

Surprise! Thought we were done for the season? Us too. But when @welch.senate.gov comes to town, you clear your schedule and pull up a chair. This bonus episode of #VermontsVoice is now available to stream wherever you get your podcasts, or at vpirg.org/vermonts-voice. #vtpoli

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 19

Thank you to @vtsecretaryofstate.bsky.social, @welch.senate.gov, and @balint.house.gov for speaking out on this attack on our democratic process!
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Secretary of State, Welch respond to president’s statement attacking mail-in voting, 'voting machines' | Vermont Business Magazine

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 19

From VPIRG Executive Director Paul Burns:

"We must not, and will not stand for this or any other president seeking to illegally influence, control, or otherwise corrupt our elections process. We invite all elected officials in Vermont to make their position clear on this point."

#vtpoli

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 19

President Trump has vowed to ban vote-by-mail before the 2026 midterm elections, and said he is working on an executive order to do so. Notably, the constitution does not give him this power.

Read more: www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-b...

#vtpoli #votebymail #2026midterms

A quote from VPIRG Executive Director Paul Burns overlaid on an image of a vote by mail ballot. The quote reads: "We must not, and will not stand for this or any other president seeking to illegally influence, control, or otherwise corrupt our elections process. We invite all elected officials in Vermont to make their position clear on this point."

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 13

On the season finale of Vermont's Voice, co-producer Elijah Kushen takes over the interviewer's chair to talk to our usual host Jordan Heiden about grassroots organizing and her exciting new campaign, Democracy Summer. Watch wherever you get your podcasts, or at www.vpirg.org/vermonts-voice
#vtpoli

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 12

Not sure what to say? Send an email to our Environmental Health Advocate Anna Seuberling ([email protected]) to get in touch! #protectpollinators

Full Hearings Schedule & Sign-Up: agriculture.vermont.gov/best-managem...

Text: "Public Hearing Schedule: Online-only (8/12, 5-7PM), Bixby Library in Vergennes (8/14, 5-7PM, virtual option available), Poulin Grain in Derby (8/20, 5-7PM, virtual option available), St. Albans Library (8/27, 4:30-6:30PM, virtual option available), Brooks Library in Brattleboro (9/3, 5-7PM, virtual option available)

Graphic: The same bee/flower background with a person holding their hand up to their ear, listening.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 12

The VT Agency of Agriculture is drafting the rules that will make this law come to life and they want to hear from you!

Make your voice heard by attending a public hearing (in person or online) and tell them we need strong rules that truly protect our pollinators, soils and waterways. #vtpoli

Text: "Last year, Vermont passed Act 182, a law to phase out the use of a toxic bee-killing pesticide, neonics. Now, the Agency of Agriculture is writing the rules that will help this law come to life, and they want to hear from you!"

Graphic: The same sunflower & bee pattern overlaid with a large toxic symbol.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 12

Vermont took a huge step for pollinators last year by passing Act 182, a law to phase out toxic neonic pesticides. Now, it’s time to make sure this landmark law is as strong in practice as it is on paper. #vtpoli #savethebees

Full Hearings Schedule & Sign-Up: agriculture.vermont.gov/best-managem...

Text: "Speak up to protect our pollinators! Public hearings start today! Make your voice heard! Details below."

Graphic: A bee & sunflower patterned background with a megaphone overlaid on top.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Aug 12

We LOVE to hear about the positive impact our canvassers are having! Have a favorite VPIRG canvass story? Share it below!

reggiewallinsky.bsky.social @reggiewallinsky.bsky.social · Aug 5

@vpirg.bsky.social
Shout-out to your hard-working canvasser in Bennington County today. She knew her stuff and was very professional. I expect she will be Governor one of these days. I hope we can fix this dire mess we have left for her generation to clean up.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 10

14 states just unfroze millions in federal $$, but not VT.

Why?

Because Gov. Scott sabotaged the AG's lawsuit to secure $17m in frozen federal EV infrastructure funding, all while justifying the delay of clean car rules due to a lack of infrastructure. #vtpoli

More: www.vpirg.org/news/gov-sco...

The Drake meme format, with Drake's face replaced by Gov. Phil Scott (R, VT) and the caption: [top] "Gov. Phil Scott: we can't have clean cars cuz not enough infrastructure :(" [bottom] "Also Gov. Phil Scott: *sabotages the AG's lawsuit for $17 million in federal infrastructure funding*"

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 9

Watch/listen to episodes of Vermont's Voice wherever you get your podcasts, or at the link below. #vtpoli

www.vpirg.org/vermonts-voice

www.vpirg.org

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 9

From suing the Trump Administration to protecting Vermonters' data privacy to rounding out her State Park passport, AG Charity Clark is staying busy. We sat down with VT's top legal officer to discuss her work, the current moment, #consumerprotection, and her favorite spots around VT. #vtpoli

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 8

According to a recent article in Seven Days, "The Scott administration offered no help to the attorney general's effort to unfreeze nearly $17 million federal funding for vehicle chargers."

www.sevendaysvt.com/news/disagre...

Disagreements Between State Officials Undermined EV Funds Lawsuit

The Scott administration offered no help to the attorney general's effort to unfreeze nearly $17 million federal funding for vehicle chargers.

www.sevendaysvt.com

Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 8

"'The Scott administration deliberately undermining the AG's attempt to get funds back from the Trump administration — for Vermonters — is beyond disappointing,' said Ben Edgerly Walsh, climate and energy program director for the Vermont Public Interest Research Group."

#vtpoli

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Suzanne Casamento Author @suzannecasamento.bsky.social · Jun 3

“Did you ride your bike up the mountain?” I asked.

“I did.”

Now, you gotta understand, my mom lives on a MOUNTAIN. Not a hill. A MOUNTAIN.

And a Gen Z woman pedaled all the way up here to talk to us about saving democracy.

I hope this makes you feel a little hopeful too. ❤️

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Suzanne Casamento Author @suzannecasamento.bsky.social · Jun 3

A woman about 20 years old appeared at my mom’s door tonight.

“Hi! I’m Josie. I’m wondering, are you happy with the way the country is being run?”

“NO!” My mom and I said.

“I’m a member of vpirg and we’re canvassing Vermont to talk about Democracy Summer…”

I eyed the bike lying on the walk.

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Vermont Public Interest Research Group @vpirg.bsky.social · Jul 2

"If this bill passes the House, millions of Americans will lose health insurance, including up to 45,000 Vermonters. Millions more will lose food assistance and fall into poverty. The nation's debt will rise by an estimated $3.3 trillion while corporations and billionaires get tax cuts." #vtpoli