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Most non-profit organizations are 501(c)(3) organizations, which are prohibited by the IRS from participating in partisan politics such as endorsing particular candidates and parties. What many of these organizations don’t know is just how much lobbying on specific legislation they are allowed to do. Earlier this month, Action Circles had experts from the Alliance for […]
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Download Topic: The Vermont American Civil Liberties Union – as well as disabilities rights groups, including Green Mountain Self-Advocates – lobbied lawmakers this year to make sure Tasers are not over-used and that police understand how to deal with people who have mental illnesses or other types of disabilities. On Monday, we’ll be talking with
August 25, 2014 | Tasers in Vermont Read More »
Download Topic: Newport, Vermont was once a thriving town where farm families came to shop and be entertained. Over the years, the town has seen economic challenges. Lately, the area has been contemplating change as a potentially major economic development effort moves forward. The Newport Community Justice Center and the Newport City Renaissance Corporation partnered
August 11, 2014 | Community Commons in Newport, Vermont Read More »
