The first meetings of MAP’s Criminal Justice Advisory Council were held on Thursday, May 26th, and Thursday, June 23rd. These convenings were virtual, over Zoom, with a focus on juvenile justice reform. The meetings were led by the two CJRAC co-chairs, Rep. Daniel Pae (R-OK) and Rep. Jamie Scott (D-AR), while attendees consisted of CJRAC…
Vermont Futures Caucus looks to rebuild
The Vermont Futures Caucus, a group of legislators younger than 45, is looking to rebuild itself.
‘Vermont Future Caucus’ aims to reach millennials, Gen Z
A group of Vermont lawmakers is encouraging more young people to run for office.
The Best and Worst States for Millennials
Millennials – the country’s largest and, arguably, most polarizing generation of people – thrive the most in states such as Washington, Massachusetts and Utah, according to a new analysis by WalletHub, a personal finance website.
The key to fixing political polarization is in the primaries
Political polarization gives an illusion that society is more divided than we are. In fixing how we do primaries, we change who participates in our civic systems and create a democracy that works better for us all.
Is Bipartisanship Desirable?
There’s no denying that toxic polarization has made it increasingly difficult for policymakers to work together to solve problems. Yet, we need our leaders to address the many seemingly intractable problems that our country faces: issues like climate and energy, jobs and the economy, health, or education.
Vermont Future Caucus Relaunch
What the state lacks in young people, it makes up for in young people’s problems. Vermont is ranked No. 13 in the nation for the highest student loan debt, No. 16 for the highest child care costs, and only No. 39 for housing affordability.
Readout: Secretary Walsh Launches Series of US Department of Labor Retirement Security Reform Roundtables, Welcomes New Stakeholders’ Views
U.S. Department of Labor Secretary Marty Walsh visited New York City today for the first in a series of roundtable discussions on how to build better retirement security for the nation’s workers.
State Rep. John Michael Parker, D-101, announces reelection bid; points to constituent service
Future Caucus member and Democratic state Rep. John-Michael Parker has launched his reelection campaign for the 101st District House seat, representing Madison and part of Durham.
Some state lawmakers calling it quits, can’t afford to serve
Some state lawmakers calling it quits, can’t afford to serve.