Bennington Banner: Editorials

Make it a complete auto overhaulWednesday, November 19 We have to say that the Republicans are absolutely right in opposing a bailout of the bloated, Jurassic-era American auto industry. Then again, the Democrats are right to demand a bailout attempt to rescue some 3 million jobs nationwide and make certain the U.S. maintains a foothold in one of the world's leading industries.Editorial,Wed, 19 Nov 2008 03:06:24 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11020583?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11020583?source=rss

All for one, one for allTuesday, November 18 Something that seemed all but impossible just a few months ago is now at least in the talking stage  the Southwest Vermont Supervisory Union is expected to discuss ways of cooperation across school districts and the topic of consolidation. School and town officials in Shaftsbury and North Bennington deserve credit for calling a timely joint meeting earlier thisEditorial,Tue, 18 Nov 2008 03:04:30 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11011756?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11011756?source=rss

Generational spiritsWith a new movie attempting to recreate Woodstock on the way from Ang Lee - mostly filmed in nearby New York - it might be a good time to assess that youth scene of 1969 and compare it to what is happening today. Teens and young adults are always somewhat the same, of course, but the particular events and circumstances they are exposed to make them unique.Mon, 17 Nov 2008 12:07:02 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11005389?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_11005389?source=rss

What we can do, nowSaturday, November 15 As illustrated by the stock markets, Americans are swinging wildly between despair and panic and surging hope and inspiration as they await the launch of the Obama administration in January. Problems seem to be closing in on us  economic, militarial, social  and miracles cannot be counted upon.Editorial,Sat, 15 Nov 2008 03:05:31 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10991949?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10991949?source=rss

A warning in time?Sometimes a warning in book form is so right on as to send shivers up the spines of those who suddenly recall the author's predictions when the worst comes to pass. Kevin Phillips wrote his "American Theocracy" three years ago, and except for a slight change of emphasis, he clarvoyantly outlined the crashing economy we are dealing with today.Thu, 13 Nov 2008 10:21:34 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10973568?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10973568?source=rss

No less a sacrificeTuesday, November 11 The human race has come a long way since November 11, 1918, when the armistice that ended World War I took effect across battlefields in France and elsewhere around the world. It isn't that no one goes to war in the 21st century, or that war is less brutal for soldiers and civilians caught in its crossfires.Editorial,Tue, 11 Nov 2008 12:23:58 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10954012?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10954012?source=rss

A summit worth climbingMonday, November 10 The joint meeting planned by the Shaftsbury and North Bennington school boards and the Shaftsbury Select Board to discuss possible sharing of educational services and cost-saving measures sets an example that might be expanded upon by all local districts. With the economy sinking at a depression-like pace, other school districts should consider a dialogue withMon, 10 Nov 2008 10:33:32 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10945349?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10945349?source=rss

Ends and beginningsSaturday, November 8 The long national campaign has left us with some ends, some beginnings and some halfway theres. These are but a few of note: * Before the Democrats charge into their new power positions in both Congress and the White House, they should pause a moment to pay tribute to former Vermont Governor Howard Dean.Editorial,Sat, 8 Nov 2008 03:03:33 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10933696?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10933696?source=rss

The wrecking crew leavesOn its way out the door, the Bush administration is rushing to gut some important laws and regulations protecting the environment. Regarding the Endangered Species Act, for instance, the administration wants to impose major exceptions to rules requiring scientific review of federal projects that might harm or threaten endangered species.Fri, 7 Nov 2008 09:42:10 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10925449?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_10925449?source=rss

Accent on youthNo matter which candidates are victorious in Super Tuesday balloting - or if the contests remain muddled - one factor will be remain indisputable: the youth vote and increased involvement by young people in the political life of the nation. Thanks in part to President Bush's war in Iraq, and to the extreme right wing policies of his administration, participation by young voters in theTue, 5 Feb 2008 20:37:32 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_8177100?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_8177100?source=rss

Primary paste-ups As some of the dust kicked up in New Hampshire and Iowa by the swirl of presidential campaign teams and media crews settles back to earth, it may or may not be worth noting the following: We've thought for some time that a pro-Hillary Clinton voting surge by women was lurking below the surface and could propel her all the way to the White House, but the result in New Hampshire could not haveThu, 10 Jan 2008 17:30:11 ESThttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_7934237?source=rsshttp://www.benningtonbanner.com/editorials/ci_7934237?source=rss